Radically Reduced! Don't miss this Prime 2 unit in Portland's coveted Stroudwater area with seasonal water views. Discover this well maintained 2 unit, perfectly situated close to both downtown Portland and the airport. This exceptional property offers an ideal blend of period details, classic charm and modern updates, making it a perfect fit for both investors and owner occupants. Each unit offers generous living space with 3 bedrooms, a separate dining room and living room, updated kitchen and bath, plus enclosed sun porches on the back. Each unit has hardwood floors, high ceilings, period moldings and custom builtins. Many recent improvements including a newly paved driveway offers ample off street parking. A new lined sewer line, updated heat systems in 2017 and new roof in 2013. This property also went through the cities lead removal program in 1997 and was deemed 'lead safe'. This included new windows and doors throughout. So all the major work has been done. There is a nice back yard too. Don't miss this rare opportunity! Schedule your showing today.
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1642535
- MLS# 1642535
- Bedrooms -
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.11 acres (4,792 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Multi Family
- County Cumberland
- Year Built 1900
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,390 sq. ft
Interior Features
- Flooring Wood, Tile
- Cooling None
- Heating Hot Water, Radiant, Steam
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.11
- Lot Size SQFT 4,791.60
- Lot Features Level, Near Public Transit
Directions
GPS friendly. Take Congress st toward Stroudwater the unit is on the left
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $7,143
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
2.4 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
2.34 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.15 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
2.4 mi
Distance
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
2.93 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
3.83 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
4.07 mi
Distance
Gerald E Talbot Community School
Public • PK - 5
4.13 mi
Distance
Governor Baxter School For The Deaf
Public • PK - 12
6.2 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
2.34 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.47 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.92 mi
Distance
Public • 5 - 8
3.51 mi
Distance
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
4.88 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
5.04 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
5.21 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.46 mi
Distance
Public • 3 - 5
6.46 mi
Distance
Public • 5 - 8
7.98 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.15 mi
Distance
Baxter Academy Of Science And Technology
Public • 9 - 12
3.2 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.2 mi
Distance
Westbrook Regional Technology Center
Public • 9 - 12
4.2 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.2 mi
Distance
Portland Arts & Technology High School
Public • 10 - 12
4.24 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.24 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.62 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
7.38 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
8.75 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
2.63 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
2.74 mi
Distance
Center For Autism And Developmental Disorders
Private • 01 - 12
2.75 mi
Distance
Greater Portland Christian School
Private • PK - 12
3.08 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
3.97 mi
Distance
Private • 03 - 12
5.53 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
6.92 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 810 Brighton Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 08, 2025 | $335,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $451,799 |
| 26 Marcelle Avenue | 3 | 2 | Oct 08, 2025 | $395,000 | Nov 26, 2025 | - |
| 225 Bancroft Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 08, 2025 | $429,000 | Dec 12, 2022 | $601,400 |
| 185 Bradley Street | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 08, 2025 | $739,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $813,777 |
| 37 Arbutus Avenue | 4 | 1 | Nov 13, 2025 | $379,500 | Nov 26, 2025 | - |
| 10 Woodvale Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 10, 2025 | $392,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $498,211 |
| 68 Newton Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 01, 2025 | $369,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $386,325 |
| 1380 Broadway Street | 3 | 1 | Oct 16, 2025 | $375,000 | Nov 26, 2025 | - |
| 52 Fellows Street | 3 | 2 | Oct 06, 2025 | $539,000 | Nov 26, 2025 | - |
| 186 Lane Avenue | 5 | 3 | Oct 15, 2025 | $498,500 | Nov 26, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,420 | 67,518 | 303,638 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 2,930 | 3,169 | 364 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 40.5 | 40 | 43.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $65,461 | $64,455 | $76,676 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $40,107 | $39,878 | $42,369 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 83 | 97 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 12.5°F | 12.5°F | 12.5°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 78.8°F | 78.8°F | 78.8°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.83" | 45.83" | 45.83" | 38" |
34/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
44/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
52/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
8 nearby routes: 8 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 33/100, Transit Score: 25/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
Property Change History
Points of Interest near 1542 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102
1003 ft
Distance
0.23 mi
Distance
0.28 mi
Distance
0.36 mi
Distance
0.3 mi
Distance
0.34 mi
Distance
0.36 mi
Distance
0.36 mi
Distance
0.33 mi
Distance
0.33 mi
Distance
0.36 mi
Distance
0.37 mi
Distance
739 ft
Distance
0.37 mi
Distance
950 ft
Distance
0.35 mi
Distance
0.3 mi
Distance
0.34 mi
Distance
0.33 mi
Distance
475 ft
Distance
0.27 mi
Distance
0.31 mi
Distance
0.36 mi
Distance
0.36 mi
Distance
Nearby Properties
-
$559,000 Active4 bds • 1 ba • 2,032 sqft
48 Ashmont Street, Portland, ME 04103
At the base of Deering Highlands, blocks from Back Cove, and firmly in Portland's Oakdale neighborhood, this updated Victorian offers convenience, charm, and value. Many updates and upgrades—including extensive siding work, fresh exterior paint, and...Listing by: Benchmark Real Estate -
$700,000 Active0 bds • 2 ba • 2,442 sqft
44 Pleasant Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
Stop paying someone else's mortgage and start building your investment portfolio! Great neighborhood in Portland, close to everything. Currently rented, one lease turned month to month in June, the other lease is up in 2/26. Great tenants! Nice, s...Listing by: The Maine Real Estate Group -
$689,000 Active4 bds • 2 ba • 2,424 sqft
412 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
Discover the perfect balance of charm, comfort, and convenience in this spacious Back Cove home, filled with character throughout. Nestled in one of Portland's most beloved neighborhoods, you're just a short stroll to Back Cove, Payson Park, and Canc...Listing by: Maine Home Connection -
$649,000 Active Under Contract4 bds • 3 ba • 2,416 sqft
125 Woodlawn Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
Welcome to this spacious and adaptable 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the sought-after North Deering neighborhood. Designed with both comfort and flexibility in mind, this property is perfect for single families, remote professionals, multi-generation...Listing by: Elevate Maine Realty -
$575,000 Active Under Contract0 bds • 2 ba • 2,137 sqft
47 Fall Brook Street, Portland, ME 04103
This rare investment opportunity features a vacant two-unit property in a quiet, low-traffic street - ready for new occupants or tenants right away. Both units have been freshly painted and professionally cleaned, offering a bright, move-in-ready fee...Listing by: Town & Shore Real Estate -
$575,000 Active Under Contract5 bds • 2 ba • 2,137 sqft
47 Fall Brook Street, Portland, ME 04103
This rare investment opportunity features a vacant two-unit property in a quiet, low-traffic street - ready for new occupants or tenants right away. Both units have been freshly painted and professionally cleaned, offering a bright, move-in-ready fee...Listing by: Town & Shore Real Estate -
$599,000 Active5 bds • 4 ba • 2,262 sqft
1035 Broadway, South Portland, ME 04106
Searching for that truly unique property? Look no further! This spacious, beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and convenience - If you love to walk, you're in luck! The scenic Greenbelt Trail is just steps...Listing by: Elevate Maine Realty -
$689,000 Active0 bds • 3 ba • 2,040 sqft
118 Providence Street, Portland, ME 04103
This East Deering three-unit offers the kind of straight forward simplicity buyers appreciate. Built in the 1980s, it avoids the maintenance concerns often found in century-old buildings. Each of the three apartments features an efficient two-bedroom...Listing by: Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC -
$625,000 Active4 bds • 4 ba • 2,494 sqft
27 Fawn Woods Way 27, Westbrook, ME 04092
First resale opportunity in the sold-out Fawn Woods development! This spacious luxury townhouse offers the largest floor plan in the association and distinctive custom finishes throughout. Enjoy the rare convenience of two primary suites—one on each...Listing by: Locations Real Estate Group LLC -
$604,900 Active3 bds • 2 ba • 2,351 sqft
192 Milton Street, Portland, ME 04103
Nestled in a charming Portland neighborhood, this cape style home provides lots of room for you to enjoy. Ready for you to move right in, this home features 3 bedrooms with the possibility of a 4th bedroom on the first floor. Don't need a 4th bedroom...Listing by: EXP Realty -
$699,000 Active3 bds • 4 ba • 2,543 sqft
11 Osprey Terrace 11, Portland, ME 04103
Perfectly positioned in one of Portland's most desirable neighborhoods, this stunning four-level condo offers the best of both worlds — city living with a peaceful, residential feel. Just minutes from the Old Port, Eastern Prom, and Portland's award-...Listing by: Century 21 North East -
$550,000 Active Under Contract3 bds • 3 ba • 2,456 sqft
57 Marlu Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering both comfort and convenience. The spacious layout features a finished lower level, perfect for additional living space or a home office. The two-car attached garage provides plenty of room fo...Listing by: Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader -
$650,000 Active5 bds • 2 ba • 2,092 sqft
338 Ocean Street, South Portland, ME 04106
Reintroduced and priced with its newly defined .35± acre lot, this South Portland home offers comfort, space, and room to grow. The large, level yard provides plenty of space for outdoor living, gardening, or play, while the unfinished area above the...Listing by: EXP Realty -
$575,000 Active0 bds • 2 ba • 2,071 sqft
124 Brackett Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
Don't Miss This Fantastic Investment Opportunity in Westbrook! This well-maintained two-unit property is perfect for investors or owner-occupants looking to build equity while someone else helps pay the mortgage. Ideally located near downtown Westbr...Listing by: Keller Williams Realty -
$699,000 Active0 bds • 3 ba • 2,096 sqft
73 High Street, South Portland, ME 04106
Investors, contractors take notice. 3 unit building gutted back to the studs after freeze damage. New roof, new windows, new electrical, some new plumbing. Each unit is 1 bedroom in its current configuration. There are 2 existing baths and plumbe...Listing by: Maine Home Connection -
$650,000 Active3 bds • 3 ba • 2,200 sqft
3 Collins Place 5, Westbrook, ME 04092
Introducing Westbrook's newest eight-unit condominium community—modern new construction designed for today's lifestyle. Each home offers approximately 2,200 sq. ft. of living space with an oversized one-car garage. The thoughtful floor plan featur...Listing by: F.O. Bailey Real Estate -
$650,000 Active4 bds • 3 ba • 2,200 sqft
7 Collins Place 6, Westbrook, ME 04092
Introducing Westbrook's newest eight-unit condominium community—modern new construction designed for today's lifestyle. Each home offers approximately 2,200 sq. ft. of living space with an oversized one-car garage. The thoughtful floor plan featur...Listing by: F.O. Bailey Real Estate -
$695,000 Active3 bds • 2 ba • 2,091 sqft
676 Allen Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
This gorgeous cape in the North Deering neighborhood is ready for your holiday enjoyment! Complete with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage and 3rd bay carport, large updated deck, raised gardens and a huge yard and a fire pit. This home has been l...Listing by: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty -
$659,000 Active4 bds • 2 ba • 2,122 sqft
24 Pineloch Drive, Portland, ME 04103
LOCATION!!! A must-see home in a quiet, established North Deering neighborhood! Classic Colonial offering 4 bedrooms 2 baths, and ~2,100 SF of comfortable living space on a 0.24-acre lot. The bright kitchen features updated cabinetry and stainless-st...Listing by: Century 21 North East
Similar Priced Comparison
-
$495,000 Activebds • 0 ba • sqft
63A Capisic Street
- Home smaller by 2,390 sqft
- Lot larger by 12,197 sqft
- Unknown year built
Listing by: Benchmark Real Estate -
$695,000 Activebds • 0 ba • 3048 sqft
1385 Congress Street
- Home larger by 658 sqft
- Lot larger by 19,167 sqft
- Newer by 20 years
Listing by: Keller Williams Realty -
$569,900 Active4 bds • 2 ba • 1629 sqft
296 Brighton Avenue
- Home smaller by 761 sqft
- Lot larger by 436 sqft
- Newer by 33 years
Listing by: Greater Portland Realty -
$734,900 Active Under Contractbds • 2 ba • 2246 sqft
202 Pleasant Avenue
- Home smaller by 144 sqft
- Lot larger by 3,485 sqft
- Newer by 86 years
Listing by: Swan Real Estate -
$740,000 Activebds • 3 ba • 2923 sqft
7 Cherry Street
- Home larger by 533 sqft
- Lot larger by 3,050 sqft
- Older by 25 years
Listing by: RE/MAX Oceanside -
$750,000 Activebds • 0 ba • 2764 sqft
429 Deering Avenue
- Home larger by 374 sqft
- Lot larger by 872 sqft
- Newer by 16 years
Listing by: The Dunham Group -
$559,000 Active4 bds • 1 ba • 2032 sqft
48 Ashmont Street
- Home smaller by 358 sqft
- Lot smaller by 2,614 sqft
- Same age
Listing by: Benchmark Real Estate -
$700,000 Activebds • 2 ba • 2442 sqft
44 Pleasant Avenue
- Home larger by 52 sqft
- Lot larger by 2,614 sqft
- Same age
Listing by: The Maine Real Estate Group -
$669,900 Activebds • 4 ba • 3250 sqft
25 Pleasant Avenue
- Home larger by 860 sqft
- Lot larger by 3,921 sqft
- Same age
Listing by: Ocean Gate Realty, LLC. -
$499,000 Active2 bds • 2 ba • 1281 sqft
242 Valley Street
- Home smaller by 1,109 sqft
- Same size
- Same age
Listing by: Benchmark Real Estate -
$525,000 Activebds • 2 ba • 1234 sqft
9 C Street
- Home smaller by 1,156 sqft
- Lot smaller by 2,179 sqft
- Same age
Listing by: Demetria Real Estate -
$549,000 Activebds • 0 ba • 1664 sqft
867 Congress Street
- Home smaller by 726 sqft
- Lot smaller by 2,614 sqft
- Same age
Listing by: RE/MAX By The Bay -
$549,000 Activebds • 0 ba • sqft
867 Congress Street
- Home smaller by 2,390 sqft
- Lot smaller by 2,614 sqft
- Unknown year built
Listing by: RE/MAX By The Bay -
$736,473 Active2 bds • 2 ba • 1244 sqft
75 McAuley Way 304
- Home smaller by 1,146 sqft
- Lot smaller by 4,792 sqft
- Newer by 124 years
Listing by: Gardner Real Estate Group -
$489,000 Active3 bds • 2 ba • 1176 sqft
33 Mayland Street
- Home smaller by 1,214 sqft
- Lot larger by 3,050 sqft
- Newer by 48 years
Listing by: Portside Real Estate Group -
$625,000 Active4 bds • 2 ba • 1940 sqft
930 Forest Avenue
- Home smaller by 450 sqft
- Lot larger by 5,663 sqft
- Newer by 39 years
Listing by: Portside Real Estate Group -
$659,000 Activebds • 3 ba • 3030 sqft
124 Sherman Street
- Home larger by 640 sqft
- Lot smaller by 2,179 sqft
- Older by 4 years
Listing by: Coldwell Banker Realty -
$548,000 Active2 bds • 2 ba • 1180 sqft
773 Congress Street 3
- Home smaller by 1,210 sqft
- Lot larger by 436 sqft
- Newer by 10 years
Listing by: EXP Realty -
$485,000 Active2 bds • 3 ba • 1790 sqft
24 Celebration Court 13
- Home smaller by 600 sqft
- Lot smaller by 4,792 sqft
- Newer by 103 years
Listing by: Tim Dunham Realty
Nearby Locations
Communities
- Riverton Homes For Sale
- North Deering Homes For Sale
- Falmouth Homes For Sale
- North Gray Homes For Sale
- Webster Street Homes For Sale
- Lake Arrowhead Homes For Sale
- South Sanford Homes For Sale
- Porterfield Homes For Sale
- Bartlett Road District Homes For Sale
- North Livermore Homes For Sale
- Number Four Homes For Sale
- Martin Homes For Sale
Nearby Zips
- 04103 Homes For Sale
- 04102 Homes For Sale
- 04105 Homes For Sale
- 04092 Homes For Sale
- 04106 Homes For Sale
- 04021 Homes For Sale
- 04107 Homes For Sale
- 04074 Homes For Sale
- 04062 Homes For Sale
- 04038 Homes For Sale
- 04096 Homes For Sale
- 04039 Homes For Sale
- 04064 Homes For Sale
- 04072 Homes For Sale
- 04093 Homes For Sale
- 04032 Homes For Sale
- 04071 Homes For Sale
- 04084 Homes For Sale
- 04005 Homes For Sale
- 04042 Homes For Sale
Nearby Cities
- Riverton, ME Homes for Sale
- Portland, ME Homes for Sale
- Falmouth, ME Homes for Sale
- Westbrook, ME Homes for Sale
- South Portland, ME Homes for Sale
- Cumberland, ME Homes for Sale
- Cape Elizabeth, ME Homes for Sale
- Scarborough, ME Homes for Sale
- Windham, ME Homes for Sale
- Gorham, ME Homes for Sale
- Yarmouth, ME Homes for Sale
- Gray Station, ME Homes for Sale
- Gray, ME Homes for Sale
- Old Orchard Beach, ME Homes for Sale
- Saco, ME Homes for Sale
- Sebago Lake, ME Homes for Sale
- Buxton, ME Homes for Sale
- Freeport, ME Homes for Sale
- Raymond, ME Homes for Sale
- Biddeford, ME Homes for Sale
Similar Searches
- Portland Land for Sale
- Portland New Homes for Sale
- Portland Single Story Homes for Sale
- Portland Homes with Pools for Sale
- Portland Cheap Homes for Sale
- Portland Luxury Homes for Sale
- Portland Condos for Sale
- Portland Town Homes for Sale
- Portland Commercial for Sale
- Portland Open Houses for Sale
- Portland Two Car Garage Homes for Sale
- Portland Large Lots for Sale
- National Listings
- National Home Values
- Properties in ME
- Home Values in ME
- Other properties in Cumberland, ME
- Other properties in 04102, ME
- Home Values in Portland, ME
Frequently Asked Questions for 1542 Congress Street
Source: Realty.com
1542 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102 is a Multi Family, Residential Income property listed for $609,000 The property is 2390 sq. ft with - bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Realty.com has 91 photos of 1542 Congress Street.
Our records indicate that 1542 Congress Street was built in 1900.
The full address for this home is 1542 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102.
1542 Congress Street has been listed on Realty.com since Sat November 01, 2025
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 33/100, Transit Score: 25/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1542 Congress Street. Amanda C Rowe (Grades: PK - 5), Lincoln Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Deering High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
This content last refreshed on 2025-11-26 15:20:56. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold or may no longer be available.
Export listing data of 1542 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102 : MLS# 1642535