Seller's Agent in 2025
Heather Mayer
Portside Real Estate Group
(207) 766-1270
8 in this area
157 Total Sales
198 Walton St Portland, ME 04103
Deering Center Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,385
Sq Ft
6,970
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- New Englander Architecture
- Butcher Block Countertops
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- No HOA
About This Home
As of September 2025Just listed! This completely renovated New Englander is the perfect blend of historic/charming details and modern updates, offering a discerning buyer a move-in ready home! Located in the desirable Deering Center area walkable to UNE, Baxter Woods Park and Forest Ave amenities. Step inside the sunny kitchen, with new hardwood floors, cabinets, butcher block counters, and updated light fixtures. There is also a sweet mudroom/drop area with wood detailing. Open to the kitchen is the dining room with restored, built-in cabinetry and wainscoting. The extended living room has a study/office area with built in shelving. There is a stylish, renovated half bath on the 1st floor. Ascend the wood stairs to the second floor bedrooms. The spacious primary bedroom has a good-sized walk in closet, a secondary closet and a private entrance to the 2nd floor bathroom. The upstairs bathroom has a gorgeous vanity, custom tile floor and a full bath. 2 additional bedrooms and a sweet alcove area round out the second floor. The basement features a finished room the owners converted into a convenient exercise room, laundry area and offers a lot of storage shelving. Outside you will find extensive landscaping, a detached 2 car garage and 2 gravel patio areas that enhance the private backyard. Other key upgrades include vinyl replacement windows and natural gas boiler. Please see the seller's extensive home improvement list.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,952
Year Built
- Built in 1894
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- New Englander Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- Built-In Features
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Gym
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Butcher Block Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- City Lot
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 13 / E
- Assessor Parcel Number PTLD-000142-E000013-000001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 8, 2025
Closed on
Sep 26, 2025
Sold by
Starbird Sarah C and Starbird Alisha
Bought by
Young Aerin and Young Gregory S
Seller's Agent
Heather Mayer
Portside Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Diane Monaco
Sunset Lakes Real Estate
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-2.48%
Views
49
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.75%
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$284,714
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$299,407
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 15, 2020
Closed on
May 15, 2020
Sold by
Sides Claudia R
Bought by
Starbird Sarah C and Starbird Alisha
Seller's Agent
Meagan Smith
Portside Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Heather Mayer
Portside Real Estate Group
List Price
$314,900
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.14%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.89%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2006
Sold by
Aksamit Dennis E
Bought by
Mcalister Claudia R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $585,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $285,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $228,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $152,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Sold | $585,000 | -2.5% | $422 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/08/2025 08/08/25 | For Sale | $599,900 | +96.7% | $433 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2020 05/15/20 | Sold | $305,000 | -3.1% | $220 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/11/2020 04/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/24/2020 02/24/20 | For Sale | $314,900 | -- | $227 / 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 | $4,952 | $329,900 | $61,400 | $268,500 |
| 2023 | $4,754 | $329,900 | $61,400 | $268,500 |
| 2022 | $4,490 | $329,900 | $61,400 | $268,500 |
| 2021 | $4,285 | $329,900 | $61,400 | $268,500 |
| 2020 | $4,061 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
| 2019 | $4,061 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
| 2018 | $1,123 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
| 2017 | $3,771 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
| 2016 | $3,677 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
| 2015 | $3,594 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
| 2014 | $3,484 | $174,200 | $61,400 | $112,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Heather Mayer
-
Diane Monaco
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Diane Monaco
Sunset Lakes Real Estate
(207) 749-3936
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2020
Meagan Smith
Portside Real Estate Group
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1633625
APN: PTLD-000142-000000-E013001
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