18 Parris St, Portland, ME 04101

This spacious 2BR single-family home combines historic charm with modern amenities and updates, all within walking distance of the best Portland has to offer, and convenient to I-295. The cook's kitchen includes a large, deep sink and second prep sink, gas oven range, second wall oven (electric), mobile prep & storage island, and directional track lighting. Wood floors throughout are accented with slate entry, kitchen, hearth, and bathroom floors. Most windows include top-down/bottom-up honeycomb blinds for customized light control and privacy. Five skylights bring sunshine and fresh air into the upper rooms. Pocket doors for the family room create a private guest suite including full bathroom. Spacious closets and custom built-ins upstairs & downstairs provide plenty of storage. Side door entryway provides additional closet/mudroom area. Fenced-in yard features wood deck; storage/garden shed; stone patio & walkway, and plantings including lilac trees, smoke bush, dogwood, azaleas, rhododendrons, lilies, bleeding hearts, coneflowers, morning glories, hostas, irises, hydrangeas, peonies, and more, creating a true "urban oasis." Landlords provide spring and fall clean-up. Convenient parking for 2+ cars in the driveway, plus free parking in the neighborhood with a sticker from the city. Other amenities include: Bosch dishwasher Fischer & Paykel bottom freezer refrigerator Tankless/on-demand, ultra-efficient Bosch natural gas hot water boiler with Grundfos Alpha smart pump Honeywell wifi thermostat downstairs and standard thermostat upstairs Hearth & fireplace Samsung Washer & dryer Full basement (unfinished) Located in the growing West Bayside neighborhood, just a stone's throw from commuter routes and a quick walk, bike, or drive to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Hannaford, and the weekend farmers' market at Deering Oaks Park. A quick walk to Bayside Bowl, as well as new additions to the neighborhood including restaurants, breweries, fitness centers, and entertainment. Minutes away from world-class restaurants, performance venues, and other popular Portland destinations. Landlord-owners lived in the home for over 10 years, and live within the Portland metro area. Pets considered with excellent references. Home is rented unfurnished. Absolutely NO SMOKING anywhere on the property. Home is rented unfurnished. Renter pays all utilities. Owner pays for fall and spring yard clean-up; otherwise, renter is responsible for mowing/yard maintenance. Snow plowing is not included. Driveway has parking for 2 cars; free permit from the city is required for street parking, which has restrictions. Pets considered with excellent references; additional deposit required. Absolutely NO SMOKING anywhere on the property. No subletting (long term or short term). First month, last month, and security deposit are due at lease signing.