Seller's Agent in 2025
Wendy Harmon
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 553-2467
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
12 Merriam St Portland, ME 04103
Deering Center Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
624
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Main Floor Bedroom
- No HOA
- Longfellow School-Portland Rated 10
- Butcher Block Countertops
- Cottage
About This Home
As of October 2025Discover the charm of coastal living with this classic Peaks Island cottage, nestled on a spacious double lot. Brimming with character and potential, this fixer-upper offers the perfect opportunity to create your island retreat. Just a short walk from the shore, enjoy ocean breezes, serene surroundings, and endless possibilities to restore and reimagine this unique property. Don't miss your chance to invest in one of Maine's most beloved island communities.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,586
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned IR-2
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Cottage
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 624 Sq Ft Home
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Butcher Block Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Kerosene
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Electric Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 24-25
- Assessor Parcel Number PTLD-000085-F000024-000001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 20, 2012
Closed on
Jun 26, 2012
Sold by
Sloven Jane
Bought by
Seavey Christopher M and Humeniuk Eva M
Seller's Agent
Lori Garon
RE/MAX By The Bay
Buyer's Agent
Shea McGonigal
Benchmark Real Estate
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
2.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.95%
Original Mortgage
$240,562
Outstanding Balance
$167,387
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$299,341
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $240,562 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2025 10/07/25 | Sold | $430,000 | -5.5% | $689 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | For Sale | $455,000 | +85.7% | $729 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/22/2012 06/22/12 | Sold | $245,000 | +2.1% | $195 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/24/2012 04/24/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/20/2012 04/20/12 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $191 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,586 | $305,500 | $175,800 | $129,700 |
| 2023 | $4,402 | $305,500 | $175,800 | $129,700 |
| 2022 | $4,158 | $305,500 | $175,800 | $129,700 |
| 2021 | $3,968 | $305,500 | $175,800 | $129,700 |
| 2020 | $6,196 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
| 2019 | $6,196 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
| 2018 | $5,975 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
| 2017 | $5,755 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
| 2016 | $5,611 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
| 2015 | $5,483 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
| 2014 | $5,316 | $265,800 | $215,800 | $50,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Wendy Harmon
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Mary Hitt-Davis
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Mary Hitt-Davis
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 838-1898
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2012
Lori Garon
RE/MAX
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Shea McGonigal
Benchmark Real Estate
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1630324
APN: PTLD-000181-000000-D020001
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