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1689 Forest Avenue

Portland, ME 04103

3 beds
2 baths
1,864 sqft
10,018 sqft lot
$237 per sqft
1955 build
– on site

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Welcome to this Charming Classic 1955 Ranch sprawling on almost a quarter acre with plenty of room for expansion or an Accessory Dwelling Unit. This property has an incredibly flexible floor plan that could be suited for multi generational living. It has at least 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, two dining areas, two living areas and a large partially finished recreational basement. It offers original hardwood floors and new durable vinyl flooring in 3 rooms. There's a lot of original, a little bit of new and plenty of room for your personal updates. If you have to commute, it couldn't be easier. Property is directly on Portland Public Transportation, .6 miles from Hannaford Supermarket on Riverside and 2 miles from Exit 48 on Interstate 95. There is plenty of parking and a very convenient horseshoe driveway. Large yard with a variety of trees, lawn, garden and landscape. Come and enjoy this friendly and convenient corner lot property. Stop by the Open House Friday, May 26th, 4-6pm and Sunday, May 28th, 10-12.

Listing courtesy of MREIS / Townsend Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 23, 2025 •

MLS# 1560037 —

The Building

Year Built:

1955
Construction Materials:

Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Roof:

Flat, Shingle
Basement:

Interior, Finished, Full, Unfinished
Door Features:

Storm Door(s)
Direction Faces:

None
Building Features:

None
Building Area Total:

1864.0
Building Area Source:

Public Records
Storm Windows:

true
Window Features:

Storm Window(s)

Interior

Rooms Total:

8
Kitchen:

true
Fireplace:

false
Fireplace Features:

None
Flooring:

Wood, Vinyl

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

None

Financial & Terms

Land Lease:

false
Rent Includes:

None

Location

Directions:

None

The Property

Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Public Transit
Lot Size:

10,018 Sqft
Lot Size Area:

0.23
Lot Size Acres:

0.23
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Source:

Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions:

None
Zoning:

R3
Property Attached:

No
Current Use:

None
Possible Use:

None
Topography:

None
Waterfront:

false
Road Surface Type:

Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2022
Tax Annual Amount:

$4,112

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Full Baths:

2
Three Quarter Baths:

None
Partial Baths:

None
Quarter Baths:

None

The Listing

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
Heating:

true
Cooling:

false
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer

Schools

Elementary School:

None
Middle Or Junior School:

None
High School:

None
High School District:

Portland Public Schools

The Community

Spa Features:

None
Pool Private:

No
Pets Allowed:

No Restrictions
Association Amenities:

None
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Attached Garage:

false
Carport Spaces:

None
Parking Features:

5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Off Street

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Outbuilding

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Utility Costs

$167/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/4/23 Oct 4, 2023	Sold	MREIS	$442,500

House Sold on 10/4/2023

$442,500

Listing provided by broker:

Jennifer Defilipp

Townsend Real Estate

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1689 Forest Avenue

Portland, ME 04103