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.
Active
Price cut: $40K (11/25)
$609,000
1542 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102
6beds
2,390sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$604,800 Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 39 days |
- 1,237 |
- 63 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 25, 2025 at 10:57am
Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1642535
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Steam
Cooling
- None
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Shower
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,390
- Total interior livable area: 2,390 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,390
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Off Street
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 25
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Body of water: Fore River
Lot
- Size: 4,791.6 Square Feet
- Features: City Lot, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Level
Details
- Parcel number: PTLDM196BD005001
- Zoning: R5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $255/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $475,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,143
- Date on market: 11/1/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$604,800
$575,000 - $635,000
$3,001/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Price change | $609,000-6.2%$255/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1642535 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+127.7%$272/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1642535 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2011 | Listing removed | $285,000$119/sqft |
Source: Sullivan Multi Family Realty, LLS #998085 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2010 | Listed for sale | $285,000+216.7%$119/sqft |
Source: Sullivan Multi Family Realty, LLS #998085 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/1992 | Sold | $90,000$38/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,858 | $475,900 |
| 2023 | $6,858 +5.9% | $475,900 |
| 2022 | $6,477 +23.7% | $475,900 +111.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,083/mo
Principal & interest
$2362
Property taxes
$508
Home insurance
$213
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Libbytown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Amanda C Rowe SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Deering High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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