$415,000
SOLD APR 3, 2019

79 Congress St Unit 1 Portland, ME 04101

East End Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
869 Sq Ft
$295/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$478 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Public Beach
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Property is near public transit
  • Bonus Room
  • 4-minute walk to Fort Sumner Park

About This Home

As of September 2023

Welcome to the Hill Yard - a new condo community in the heart of Munjoy Hill! This urban townhouse breaks the mold of a traditional 1-bedroom with four private floors of living space: an open layout kitchen/living/dining room on the 1st floor; a bright master bedroom and large bathroom with double marble vanities on the 2nd floor; a bonus room with sunny skylight on the 3rd for guests, office, media, or exercise; the basement is storage deluxe for the city dweller with toys - skis, bikes, kayaks, seasonal gear, luggage, etc. Your dedicated parking space is right outside the private back entrance, giving the feeling of a single family home. The shared courtyard is your front lawn for relaxation or entertaining. Live just two blocks from the Eastern Promenade - the most beautiful oceanfront park in New England.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elise Loschiavo

Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC Listed on: 03/06/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie Brooke

Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,300

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Public Beach
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $295 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Fiber Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 869 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • Common or Shared Parking
  • Shared Driveway
  • On-Site Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Reserved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • City Lot

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • No Rentals Allowed
  • Legal Lot and Block 19 / F
  • Assessor Parcel Number 79CongressUnit1

Community Details

Overview

  • 3 Buildings
  • 2 Units
  • The Hill Yard Condominium Association Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,300

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$295 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: The Hill Yard Condominium Association
  • Directions: Take Congress Street east toward Casco Bay, Hill Yard is located at 77-79 Congress Street just two blocks before the Eastern Promenade.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 869.0
  • Architectural Style: Townhouse
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Efficiency: Insulated Foundation
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 1.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 869.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet: Yes
  • Floors:Tile2: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Parking:Off Street: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Amenities:Fence: Yes
  • Amenities:Storage: Yes
  • Location Information:Association Fee: 295.0
  • Location Information:Fee Frequency Paid: Monthly
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Condominium:Unit Type: Condo
  • Condominium:FHA Certification2: No
  • Condominium:Rental Allowed: No
  • Condominium:Units in Building: 2
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
  • Gas:Natural - On Site: Yes
  • Driveway:Common2: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - Hookup: Yes
  • Amenities:Shower: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 2nd Floor: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Room Features:Eat-in Kitchen2: Yes
  • Heat System:Radiant: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Bonus Room:Bonus Room: Yes
  • Roof:Pitched: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Exterior:Fiber Cement: Yes
  • Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
  • Condominium:Total Units4: 6
  • Condominium:_pound_ of Buildings: 3
  • Style:Townhouse: Yes
  • Condominium:VA Certification: No
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Parking Reserved Parking: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Buildings: 3
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Has Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Shower, Storage
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalks, Landscaped, Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Common, On Site, Off Street

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Upper Level, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Radiant, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 295.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Other Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Parcel #: 79CongressUnit1
  • Zoning: R-6

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 6

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: F
  • Tax Book Number: 33973
  • Tax Lot: 19
  • Tax Map Number: 14
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2023
Closed on
Sep 12, 2023
Sold by
Michaud Robert
Bought by
Adam Jessica N and Piscopo Amy N
Seller's Agent
Erin Oldham Susan Kendeigh
Portside Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Ryan FitzGerald
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$565,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
7.96%
Current Estimated Value
$655,388

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,388
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.61%
Original Mortgage
$355,000
Outstanding Balance
$349,716
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$253,253
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 $610,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $355,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $442,800 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $249,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/12/2023 09/12/23 Sold $610,000 +8.0% $702 / Sq Ft
08/10/2023 08/10/23 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2023 08/07/23 For Sale $565,000 +14.8% $650 / Sq Ft
06/24/2021 06/24/21 Sold $492,000 +3.6% $566 / Sq Ft
05/26/2021 05/26/21 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2021 05/20/21 For Sale $475,000 +14.5% $547 / Sq Ft
04/03/2019 04/03/19 Sold $415,000 -7.8% $478 / Sq Ft
03/09/2019 03/09/19 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2019 01/21/19 For Sale $450,000 -- $518 / 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 $6,300 $419,700 $83,940 $335,760
2023 $6,048 $419,700 $83,940 $335,760
2022 $5,712 $419,700 $83,940 $335,760
2021 $5,452 $419,700 $83,940 $335,760
2020 $7,070 $303,300 $60,700 $242,600
2019 $7,070 $303,300 $60,700 $242,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1402750

Maine Listings

APN: 014 F015791