Seller's Agent in 2023
Tom Landry
Benchmark Real Estate
(207) 775-0248
26 in this area
331 Total Sales
852 Ocean Ave Portland, ME 04103
North Deering NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $474,000 - $512,948
2
Beds
1
Bath
920
Sq Ft
$537/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Nearby Water Access
- Country Club
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Public Beach
- View of Trees or Woods
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of December 2023Close, yet a world away, this customized Cape offers single level in a stress free and fully updated home. Although minutes to down-town Portland this private, peaceful and pastoral 1/3 acre lot offers sun, shade, rock and perennial gardens and lots of room for expansion, garage, or an additional structure or two (think 1-2 ADU's). The exterior is low maintenance with updates to roof, siding, windows, doors, deck, porches and pavement. Inside, this sun-filled home, lives large in a right-sized footprint with 2+ bedrooms, 1 full bath and rare single level living. The main level offers an update bath with laundry, a vaulted living room with exposed hand hewn beams and whitewashed pine ceiling, a well appointed eat-in kitchen and mudroom. The loft is a perfect/cozy kids bedroom or playroom, office, storage area... The basement is open, airy and clean offering ample storage and workshop potential. Over the last decade the home has been transformed to offer a truly turn-key and nearly worry-free living experience. From electrical, plumbing, heating, insulation and windows to kitchen, bath, paint and more this property is like new but with so much character and charm. So, whether you are a first time buyer, down-sizer, right-sizer or looking for that perfect condo alternative this listing is a must see.
Last Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Pierce
Coldwell Banker Realty
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,167
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Public Beach
- Rural Setting
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned R3
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 920 Sq Ft Home
- Double Pane Windows
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Home Gym
- Views of Woods
- Storm Doors
- Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Butcher Block Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Partial Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Parking
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- On-Site Parking
Outdoor Features
- Nearby Water Access
- Patio
- Shed
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a golf course
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Water Heated On Demand
- Private Sewer
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1001
- Assessor Parcel Number PTLD-000416A-A000001-000001
Community Details
Recreation
- Country Club
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Storage Space
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2023
Closed on
Dec 14, 2023
Sold by
Bickford James L
Bought by
Gore Maxwell
Seller's Agent
Tom Landry
Benchmark Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Pierce
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-6.81%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,205
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.79%
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Outstanding Balance
$368,173
Interest Rate
7.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$118,298
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 7, 2017
Closed on
Oct 18, 2017
Sold by
Guyot Stephany S
Bought by
Bickford James L
Seller's Agent
Scott Kerr
RE/MAX Shoreline
Buyer's Agent
Tom Landry
Benchmark Real Estate
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.96%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.96%
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2013
Closed on
Sep 6, 2013
Sold by
Orourke Patricia M
Bought by
Guyot Stephany S
Seller's Agent
Corki Gray
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Scott Kerr
RE/MAX By The Bay
List Price
$164,900
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.90%
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
4.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Maxwell | -- | None Available | |
| Bickford James L | -- | -- | |
| Guyot Stephany S | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Gore Maxwell | $372,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bickford James L | $35,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bickford James L | $130,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Guyot Stephany S | $128,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ocean Ridge Realty Llc | $50,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14/2023 12/14/23 | Sold | $465,000 | -6.8% | $505 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2023 11/22/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2023 10/17/23 | For Sale | $499,000 | +103.7% | $542 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2017 10/17/17 | Sold | $245,000 | -2.0% | $266 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2017 09/12/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/07/2017 09/07/17 | For Sale | $249,900 | +56.2% | $272 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2013 09/04/13 | Sold | $160,000 | -3.0% | $174 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2013 07/15/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2013 07/08/13 | For Sale | $164,900 | -- | $179 / 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 | $4,877 | $324,900 | $75,000 | $249,900 |
| 2023 | $4,412 | $306,200 | $75,000 | $231,200 |
| 2022 | $4,167 | $306,200 | $75,000 | $231,200 |
| 2021 | $3,978 | $306,200 | $75,000 | $231,200 |
| 2020 | $3,869 | $166,000 | $75,200 | $90,800 |
| 2019 | $3,869 | $166,000 | $75,200 | $90,800 |
| 2018 | $3,280 | $166,000 | $75,200 | $90,800 |
| 2017 | $3,282 | $151,600 | $75,200 | $76,400 |
| 2016 | $3,200 | $151,600 | $75,200 | $76,400 |
| 2015 | $3,128 | $151,600 | $75,200 | $76,400 |
| 2014 | $3,032 | $151,600 | $75,200 | $76,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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-
K
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Kathleen Pierce
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2017
Scott Kerr
RE/MAX
(207) 329-5799
20 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2013
Corki Gray
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 838-9366
5 in this area
142 Total Sales
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1575083
APN: PTLD-000416A-000000-A001001
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