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$1,195,000
New Listing

81 Congress Street
Portland, ME 04101

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
2,136
SqFt
$559
/SqFt
1829
Built
County:
Cumberland
Days online/new listing status provided by Showcase IDX.
Listing courtesy of of Portside Real Estate Group
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The historic Henry Homer House is a rare offering on Munjoy Hill. Set on a prominent corner lot in one of Portland's most coveted neighborhoods, this exceptional residence pairs timeless character with thoughtful updates and a level of flexibility seldom found on the peninsula. Behind its iconic white picket fence, the property offers something increasingly rare in Portland: a true front lawn, private backyard, newly constructed rear deck, and dedicated off street parking. Just blocks from the Eastern Promenade, East End Beach, award winning dining, and downtown Portland, the location places the very best of the city at your doorstep. Historic charm and craftsmanship have been carefully preserved throughout, complemented by a renovated kitchen, Farrow & Ball paint, and hardwired unlacquered brass sconces and switch plates designed to naturally patina over time. Significant improvements include updated electrical, a newer boiler and hot water heater, and a new TAMKO 50 year roof with transferable warranty. Configured as a four bedroom home with a private one bedroom suite, the property can also function as a true five bedroom residence. Complete with its own kitchen and full bath, the suite is ideal for guests, extended family, nanny or au pair accommodations, or income producing short term rental use. The space generated 60k in rental income last year, with future bookings through October transferable to the new owner if desired. Originally purchased as a two unit property and later converted to a single family, the property's zoning offers exceptional flexibility. Whether envisioned as a five bedroom home, multigenerational property, owner occupied income property, or a blend of uses, the possibilities are plentiful. Rich in history, thoughtfully updated, and uniquely versatile, the Henry Homer House represents a rare opportunity to own one of Munjoy Hill's most distinctive homes.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,195,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,136 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.07 Acres
Year Built 
1829
MLS® Number 
1669263
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$8,401
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Days online/new listing status provided by Showcase IDX.
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
12 hours agoListing first seen on site
12 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
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General Features
Acres 
0.07
Land Lease 
No
Parking 
PavedOff Street
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
2136
SqFt Total 
2136
Style 
Cape CodOther
Utilities 
Natural Gas Available
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R6
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDryerGas RangeRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
Interior EntryCrawl SpaceFullUnfinished
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Flooring 
OtherTileWood
Heating 
BaseboardHot WaterZoned
Interior 
In-Law FloorplanStorage
Laundry Features 
Upper Level
Bedroom 1 
Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Level - First
Dining Room 
Level - First
Kitchen 
Level - First
Living Room 
Level - First
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Vinyl SidingFrame
Fencing 
Fenced
Lot Features 
Corner LotLevelLandscaped
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Storage
Roads 
Paved
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