Nestled in Portland's up-and-coming East Deering neighborhood, this established two-unit multi-family home is a hidden gem brimming with potential. Whether you're an investor seeking strong rental income or a homeowner looking to offset your mortgage, this property offers the perfect canvas to bring your vision to life.
This versatile property features a 2-bedroom, 1-bath first-floor unit, and a 2-bedroom, 1-bath second-floor unit with a flexible layout that could easily support a third bedroom, increasing your rental income potential. Each unit is separately metered for electricity and equipped with its own oil-fired furnace and natural gas hot water heater, offering autonomy and efficiency for tenants or owner-occupants.
Situated on a .19-acre lot in the RN3 zone, this property presents potential for expansion—whether through adding an additional unit, increasing the existing footprint, or enhancing the outdoor living space.The spacious private backyard is an uncommon perk in this neighborhood, making it attractive to renters or ideal for owner enjoyment.
Location is a major draw—quick access to I-295, Downtown Portland, local colleges, walking trails, and community parks ensures strong appeal to both tenants and future buyers.
Lovingly maintained and owner-occupied for decades, this property is now on the market for the first time. With strong rental upside and value-add potential through cosmetic updates, this is a rare opportunity to build equity and cash flow in one of Portland's most promising neighborhoods.
Closed
$535,000
117-119 Sherwood Street, Portland, ME 04103
5beds
2,344sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1890
-- sqft lot
$536,700 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 08, 2025 at 09:11am
Listed by:
RE/MAX Shoreline
Bought with:
Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1629013

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Steam, Space Heater, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Interior,Bulkhead,Brick/Mortar,Full,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,344
- Total interior livable area: 2,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,344
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
- Features: Open Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
Details
- Zoning: RN3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Other,New Englander
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Shingle Siding, Brick, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other Electric, Fuses, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On, Pole
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Portland
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved