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Welcome to Portland

Nestled along Maine’s picturesque coastline, Portland effortlessly blends historic New England charm with modern urban energy. Known for its thriving arts scene, culinary excellence, and outdoor recreation, this vibrant city offers a lifestyle that appeals to families, professionals, and retirees alike. Below, explore what makes Portland a standout destination for homebuyers.

Lifestyle

  • Cultural Richness: Explore galleries in the Arts District, catch a show at Merrill Auditorium, or stroll through the Portland Museum of Art. Summer festivals like Old Port Fest and outdoor concerts at Thompson’s Point highlight the city’s creative pulse.

  • Outdoor Adventures: Kayak Casco Bay, bike the Eastern Promenade Trail, or ski at nearby Bradbury Mountain State Park. The working waterfront offers fresh seafood dockside and ferry access to calendar-worthy islands like Peaks and Great Diamond.

  • Food & Drink: A foodie paradise, Portland boasts award-winning restaurants (think Eventide Oyster Co., Fore Street) and over 20 craft breweries, including Allagash and Rising Tide. Farmers’ markets and coffee roasters round out the local flavor.

  • Sustainability: A leader in eco-conscious living, Portland prioritizes green spaces, renewable energy initiatives, and farm-to-table dining.

Amenities & Facilities

  • Old Port District: Cobblestone streets lined with boutiques, galleries, and waterfront dining.

  • Parks & Recreation: Eastern Promenade (views + trails), Deering Oaks Park (pond, tennis, farmers’ markets), and Fore River Sanctuary (hiking).

  • Healthcare: Maine Medical Center, the state’s top hospital, plus specialty clinics and urgent care centers.

  • Shopping: Local favorites like Flea-For-All and Shipwreck & Cargo, alongside national retailers at The Maine Mall.

  • Community Centers: Portland Parks & Recreation offers pools, fitness classes, and youth programs.

Schools & Education

  • Public Schools: Portland Public Schools (PPS) serves 6,500+ students, with standout schools like Ocean Avenue Elementary (STEM focus) and Deering High School (IB programs). Casco Bay High School emphasizes project-based learning.

  • Private Options: Waynflete School (pre-K–12), Cheverus High School (Catholic), and Breakwater School (progressive education).

  • Higher Education: University of Southern Maine (USM), Maine College of Art & Design (MECA&D), and Southern Maine Community College (SMCC).

Market Trends (2024)

  • Median Home Price: ~550,000(single−familyhomes;condos/townhomesfrom400k).

  • Hot Markets: Waterfront properties, walkable neighborhoods (West End, East End), and eco-friendly builds.

  • Rental Demand: Strong, with median rents ~$2,200/month for 2-bed units.

  • Future Outlook: Steady appreciation expected; new mixed-use developments aim to balance growth with historic charm.

Why Portland?

Whether you’re drawn to its maritime heritage, top-tier schools, or dynamic urban-rural balance, Portland offers a quality of life that’s hard to match. For buyers, its market rewards timely investments—especially in sought-after locations close to amenities.

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Handpicked Properties

Impeccable craftsmanship and luxurious materials transform this colonial residence into the perfect single-family oasis, nestled in one of Portland's most sought-after neighborhoods. Offering five bedrooms and three full bathrooms, this spacious home features stunning hardwood floors, a beautifully designed kitchen with quartz countertops, a marble backsplash, and sleek white shaker cabinets. Thoughtfully designed with second-floor laundry and an expansive backyard featuring a composite deck, it's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertaining. Located minutes from Portland's historic Old Port with quick access to I-295 and I-95, this property delivers both charm and convenience. The current owners, who recently relocated from out of state, are moving to be closer to family due to a health-related situation. Their transition creates an incredible opportunity to own a meticulously cared-for home with recent proactive upgrades. Don't miss your chance to enjoy all that Portland has to offer in this exceptional property! $860,000 Coming Soon

78 Caleb Street Portland, Maine

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,004 SqFt 0.2 Acres

Listed by: Benchmark Real Estate

Set on a beautifully landscaped 0.83-acre lot, on a quiet cul-de-sac, at the end of a private road, this stunning classic New England style home is one you won't want to miss. This unbeatable location offers private direct access to the Stroudwater River and nearby nature trails, providing the perfect opportunity for kayaking, hiking, and enjoying Maine's incredible wildlife right from your backyard. This home provides a perfect combination for outdoor activities but also close proximity to take part in the conveniences of Portland. The open-concept first floor is filled with natural light and designed for comfortable, modern living. The heart of the home is a gorgeous eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and hand-made cherry cabinets that seamlessly flows into the spacious living and dining areas. The living room features a custom oversized stone fireplace and expansive windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With 9-foot ceilings and maple wood floors throughout, the home feels both cozy and luxurious. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a spa-like en-suite bath complete with a walk-in shower and soaking tub for ultimate relaxation. Two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom with a separate vanity space, while a large family room that can be used as a 4th bedroom adds opportunity for customization to the layout. A dedicated laundry room is also located on this second level. Outside, the pristine landscaping cannot be overlooked and perfectly paired with a bluestone back patio for enjoying the summer evenings and a charming covered wrap-around front porch. This is a wonderful opportunity that offers peaceful privacy, space, style, and convenient luxury living surrounded by nature yet close to the city. $1,200,000 Coming Soon

139 Rivers Edge Drive Portland, Maine

3 Beds 3 Baths 3,623 SqFt 0.83 Acres

Listed by: RE/MAX By The Bay

Welcome to 12 Black Sparrow Drive, a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in Portland's desirable Stroudwater Preserve neighborhood. Located in an exclusive enclave, this home is part of an association that takes care of lawn care and snow removal for you! Built in 2020 and in excellent condition with multiple improvements, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort and modern living. The open-concept layout features gleaming hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, high-quality cabinetry, a center island, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. The living area is open and inviting—perfect for entertaining—while the screened-in back porch provides opportunities for outdoor dining and relaxing. The first-floor primary suite features a cathedral-ceiling bedroom with custom window treatments and an elegant ensuite bathroom with a tiled shower, double vanities, and a stone countertop. Upstairs are two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and an expansive space ready to serve as a media room, home office, or gym. Additional highlights include a spacious two-car garage and an oversized basement perfect for extra storage, a workshop, or ready-to-be-finished space. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from downtown Portland, with easy access to local shops, dining, entertainment, and nearby trails for outdoor enthusiasts. $840,000 Coming Soon

12 Black Sparrow Drive Portland, Maine

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,987 SqFt 0.26 Acres

Listed by: Keller Williams Realty

Charming East Deering Bungalow with Modern Comforts & Private Outdoor Oasis. This beautifully maintained bungalow offers the perfect blend of classic charm and thoughtful updates. From the inviting front porch to the private backyard and garden, every corner of this home has been cared for and upgraded with love. The basement has been fully vapor-sealed and insulated—ready for storage, hobbies, or additional living space. Access to the attic has also been created, offering flexible future potential. Plus with a sweet kitchen renovation, and modern essentials like fiber optic internet and efficient heat pump systems, this home offers everything you need in charm and functionality - completely turnkey. Just blocks from the water, and easy access to Payson Park, trails, and downtown Portland, this home offers both serenity and convenience in a great neighborhood. $435,000 Coming Soon

42 Wordsworth Street Portland, Maine

2 Beds 1 Baths 704 SqFt 0.11 Acres

Listed by: Waypoint Brokers Collective

Portland's Penthouse Perch: Unmatched Views, Luxury Finishes, and Full-Service Living This top-floor, three-bedroom, two-full-bath condo offers one of the most commanding views in all of Portland. With nearly 360° exposure from this rare penthouse-level residence, enjoy an ever-changing panorama—from sunrises over Casco Bay and its four iconic lighthouses to sunsets over the city skyline, Back Cove, and the White Mountains, including Mount Washington. Watch ferries glide past Fort Gorges in the morning and the glow of the working waterfront at night—all from the comfort of your private deck. Inside, this home was designed for elevated living and effortless entertaining. The open-concept living and dining space is filled with natural light and enhanced by built-in storage, while the chef-inspired kitchen features high-end appliances, a generous island, and sleek, modern finishes. Two luxurious bathrooms include a walk-in shower in the primary suite and a tub/shower combo in the guest bath. Bonus spaces like the upper-level office/storage area and a mudroom/laundry at entry ensure effortless functionality and convenience. Additional features include: - Private, deeded garage parking - Dedicated storage - In-unit laundry - Central air conditioning - Efficient systems and premium sound insulation - Resort-style amenities: in-ground pool, gym, library, grilling area, co-working/family lounge Just outside your door is the best of the East End—the Eastern Promenade park and trail, East End Beach, tennis courts, ball fields, and community gardens—all within walking distance. Plus, you're just moments from the inner Washington Ave dining scene, downtown, and the Old Port. This is a rare opportunity to own one of Portland's premier condos—offering luxury, location, and a lifestyle that's hard to beat. $995,000 Active

340 Eastern 155 Portland, Maine

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,919 SqFt

Listed by: Benchmark Real Estate

This charming townhouse-style condo is located in the highly desirable and well-established Northwood Condo Association in Portland. Centrally situated, it offers exceptional convenience to shopping, restaurants, walking and biking trails, a municipal golf course, and grade schools. The updated unit features two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and a third-floor loft that adds valuable flexible space. The finished basement also offers additional versatility, making it perfect for a home office, playroom, or media room. Bright and spacious, the condo is move-in ready with numerous recent upgrades, including a fresh coat of paint, new vinyl flooring, updated lighting, new smoke and CO2 detectors, and a new storm door. It also boasts three-year-old vinyl replacement windows and a sliding glass door that opens to a private back deck, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The home is energy-efficient and economical to heat, providing comfort throughout the seasons. The unit comes with one assigned parking space just steps from the front door, as well as convenient guest parking in the same lot. Northwood is a well-managed, pet-friendly association with solid financials, reasonable condo fees, and rental flexibility allowing leases of six months or longer. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or simply searching for a place to call home, this condo has everything you need—and more. Come see why this could be the perfect fit for your next move. $375,000 Pending

35 Northwood Drive 35 Portland, Maine

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,100 SqFt

Listed by: RE/MAX Shoreline

Stroudwater Preserve is a great place to unwind and settle into. The subdivision flows nicely, making it a great place to walk or ride bikes. 38 Trailhead offers 4 beds and 4 baths, has a lovely deep blue finish and sits directly in the center of the development. Striking white trim accents the home nicely, and really makes the Farmers Porch stand out. Enter into a warm living room with a gas fireplace, rich, hardwood flooring and high ceilings: tiled, half bath, and direct entrance to garage allow for convenience and blend well into the main living space. White cabinetry and quartz countertops grace the kitchen space, along with an abundance of natural lighting. The kitchen/dining area is perfectly suited for a quick bite to eat, or the center of something much more. Lots of room to work; a nice, open feel, plus the appliances to make your life easier. Gas range, dishwasher, disposal, and island with microwave and power. From the kitchen you'll be lead down the hall to a first floor bedroom with full bath, or outside through the sliders and onto the deck where there's often a lovely breeze. Flush mounted, recessed, lighting throughout the main living space, complimented nicely with Pendant lights. Upstairs, there are three good sized bedrooms with ample closet space; one with a full, tiled, bathroom attached. The lower level, walkout space with high ceilings, could be converted into a den or another bedroom. Central air and natural gas on-demand hot water. Association fee $38/month. $915,700 Active

38 Trailhead Way Portland, Maine

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,095 SqFt 0.18 Acres

Listed by: NextHome Experience

A rare opportunity to own The Mercury Inn, a fully renovated and reimagined 1890s Victorian mansion located in Portland, Maine's peninsula. This turnkey property offers a unique blend of modern design and historic charm, featuring four spacious living room/bedroom guest suites, each with their own private bathroom. Each floor has a delightfully appointed kitchenette that guests can enjoy as well. Formerly a traditional bed and breakfast, The Mercury Inn underwent an extensive renovation in 2019 and seamlessly combines historic charm with modern design elements. An added highlight is the separate owner's apartment, which includes two bedrooms, a full kitchen, living room, and private backyard, making this property ideal for an owner-occupied innkeeper or as a flexible live/work investment. Whether you are an investor or an entrepreneur looking to continue the legacy of this well-loved inn, The Mercury Inn presents an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Portland's thriving hospitality landscape. $1,500,000 Coming Soon

273 State Street Portland, Maine

6 Beds 5 Baths 5,114 SqFt 0.11 Acres

Listed by: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

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