$899,000
PENDING

20 Mendum Ave Kittery, ME 03904

Estimated payment $5,629/month

Total Views 1,980
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,397 Sq Ft
$375 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Horace Mitchell Primary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Heated Enclosed Porch

About This Home

Charming 4-bedroom Cape nestled along scenic Mendum Creek, offering a peaceful setting in a quiet, established neighborhood. This sunny home combines classic character with everyday comfort, featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a versatile walk-out basement with ample space for recreation, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy the best of coastal living with a location that’s just a short walk to downtown Portsmouth and Kittery Foreside, where you’ll find vibrant dining, shopping, and waterfront attractions. The property also presents a unique opportunity for a private dock, subject to State and Town approvals, making it ideal for those who appreciate water access and outdoor living. A rare offering that blends convenience, charm, and potential in one of the Seacoast’s most desirable areas.

Listing Agent

Laura Ludes

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 603-498-4685 License #073991 Listed on: 03/25/2026

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,300

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 10,890 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Tidal Wetland on Lot
  • Property is zoned R-U

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Natural Light
  • Dining Area
  • Heated Enclosed Porch
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Brick Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Schools

  • Horace Mitchell Primary Elementary School
  • Shapleigh Middle School
  • Rw Traip Academy High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Roll-in Shower
  • Deck
  • Property is near creek

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 56
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,300

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0.25 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: GPS is accurate. From Downtown Portsmouth - cross the Memorial Bridge, take first left on Water St., right on Rice St., left on Langton, right on Prince and left on Mendum. Or, from Route 1 South turn right on Government St., left on Prince and right on Mendum - house will be on the right.
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Display On Internet: Cable Internet
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Water View, Waterfront, Neighborhood, Tidal
  • Road Frontage Type: Public Maintained Road
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: Phone: 603-498-4685
  • MLS Status: (30) Under Contract - Pending
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2397.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, Bathroom w/Roll-in Shower
  • Reso Interior Features: Dining Area, Gas Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Water_Body_Type: Creek
  • Basement_Access_Type: Walkout
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Concrete Floor, Daylight, Full, Interior Access, Unfinished, Walkout
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Brick/Pavers, Paved
  • Exterior Features: Deck, ROW to Water, Heated Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Body Name: Piscataqua River
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Horace Mitchell Primary School
  • High School: RW Traip Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School: Shapleigh Middle School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Zoning: R-U
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10890.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10299.82
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 56
  • Tax Map Number: 3

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $8,763 $617,100 $331,300 $285,800
2023 $8,399 $617,100 $331,300 $285,800
2022 $8,319 $617,100 $331,300 $285,800
2021 $8,022 $617,100 $331,300 $285,800
2020 $7,961 $617,100 $331,300 $285,800
2019 $6,680 $383,900 $149,200 $234,700
2018 $5,645 $336,000 $149,200 $186,800
2017 $5,544 $336,000 $149,200 $186,800
2016 $5,435 $338,600 $149,200 $189,400
2015 $5,265 $336,000 $149,200 $186,800
2014 $5,215 $336,000 $149,200 $186,800
2013 $5,114 $336,000 $149,200 $186,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/29/2026 03/29/26 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2026 03/25/26 For Sale $899,000 -- $375 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Purchase History

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

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5080631

PrimeMLS

APN: KITT-000003-000000-000056

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