$245,000
SOLD JUN 22, 2012
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,256 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$195 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch

About This Home

As of June 2012

Completely charming Circa 1931 Deering Center Colonial w/lovely gardens and in excellent condition. Close to schools, markets and library available in sought-after Deering Center. A true must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Garon

RE/MAX By The Bay Listed on: 04/20/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Shea McGonigal

Benchmark Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,813

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-5

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,256 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Generator Hookup
  • Power Generator
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 20 / D
  • Assessor Parcel Number 12Merriam StreetPortland181D20

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,813

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: From Ludlow Street, turn on Columbia Road, right on Merriam Street.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1256.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.11
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 2.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1256.0
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Amenities:Fence: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Gas:Natural - On Site: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Gas Natural: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 2nd Floor: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Block3: Yes
  • Heat System:Steam: Yes
  • Style:Colonial: Yes
  • Parking:Paved3: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Equipment:Cable: Yes
  • Equipment:Generator: Yes
  • Electric:Generator Hookup: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Heat Stove5: Yes
  • Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
  • Transportation:Rail Available: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Landscaped, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Steam
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4791.6
  • Parcel #: 12Merriam StreetPortland181D20
  • Zoning: R-5

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2813.0
  • Tax Block: D
  • Tax Book Number: 21993
  • Tax Lot: 20
  • Tax Map Number: 181
  • Tax Year: 12

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
5.79%
Original Mortgage
$240,562
Outstanding Balance
$168,563
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$342,998
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $6,500 Unknown
Open $240,562 FHA
Previous Owner $90,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $10,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $71,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $10,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
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
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

Source: Public Records

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

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1049685

Maine Listings

APN: PTLD-000181-000000-D020001