1221 Broadway, South Portland, ME 04106

Adorable, and affordable! From a newer garage on Lee Avenue, a picturesque stairway brings you to this private, period cottage. Inside you'll find the original kitchen, with handsome wood cabinets and a cast-iron farm sink that shines like new. This kitchen was sized to accommodate a generous dining table, too. The living room is likewise large, with the original oak flooring, and beautiful built-in shelving. Both bedrooms retain their oak floors, as well as marbled-glass light shades. (The smaller of the two bedrooms is shown with a queen-sized bed in place.) Even in the bathroom you'll find a well cared-for 1940s sink, and mint-condition ceramic light fixtures! The tub and enclosure are updated in gleaming white.The attic is easy to access and has good headroom. The basement contains laundry, work-benches, and oodles of storage. Heat, hot water, and cooking are fueled by low-cost natural gas. At the back door, a generous mudroom with more storage makes room for coats, shoes, gardening gear, and whatnot. With replacement windows and recent vinyl siding, this home is ready to plug-and-play. Outdoors, the landscaping creates a series of rooms that circle the house. There's a ''sitting room'' to the east; a patio to the north; a terraced shade garden; and a sunny spread of lawn to the west. The whole property is thoroughly screened with fence and plantings, creating a private enclave that's still just a short walk from the greenbelt and Community Center, and a few minutes' drive from the highway, the Mall, or Willard Beach. The garage makes room for your vehicle, and a whole lot more!