Tucked away on one of Munjoy Hill's most peaceful streets, 32 Melbourne Street captures the essence of Portland's East End—connected, calm, and full of character. The home's original lines remain beautifully intact, while the lot itself is open, sunny, and inviting. The home offers just over 1,600 square feet with three bedrooms and one full baths. It's comfortable and move-in ready, yet the real story here is one of potential and possibility. Sitting on a 0.0844-acre lot—approximately 3,675 square feet—in Portland's desirable RN4 zone, the property holds special development appeal. In this zone, just 725 square feet of lot area are required per dwelling unit, meaning this site could support up to five residential units. Attention developers: this is a rare opportunity for a quality-minded multi-family owner, investor, or visionary builder to create a purposeful condominium or small-scale residential project for resale or personal use. Because the property lies outside the constraints of the historic district, you have freedom to restore, expand, or reimagine without limitation. Imagine living just steps from Maine's bold coast, one block from the Olmsted-designed East End Park with its tennis courts, ball fields, community gardens, walking paths, and sandy beach. You're connected by trails to Back Cove and the Old Port and just moments from Washington Avenue and East Bayside's lively mix of shops, breweries, and boutiques. The location offers both serenity and access—walkable to downtown Portland, the working waterfront, and near major employers and the forthcoming Root Institute across the bridge. From the upper floors, enjoy sweeping, open ocean and inner Casco Bay views stretching across the islands, with potential for panoramic vistas toward Mount Washington and the western mountains. Whether you honor the home's timeless charm or develop something entirely new, opportunities abound with this unique property in one of Portland's most inspiring neighborh
Active
$1,195,000
32 Melbourne Street, Portland, ME 04101
3beds
1,617sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$739/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful streetComfortable and move-in ready
- 30 days |
- 1,528 |
- 46 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 10, 2025 at 02:19pm
Listed by:
Benchmark Real Estate
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1643189
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Heat Stove
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Bathtub, Shower
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood, Linoleum
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,617
- Total interior livable area: 1,617 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,617
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 3,484.8 Square Feet
- Features: City Lot, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Railroad, Sidewalks, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: PTLDM014BL004001
- Zoning: RN-4
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Ceiling Fans
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Air Radon Mitigation System
- Subdivision: East End
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $739/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $582,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,623
- Date on market: 11/10/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000$739/sqft |
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| 2/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/13/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,600$2/sqft |
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| 1/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/17/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,600+38.5%$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,387 | $582,000 |
| 2023 | $8,387 +5.9% | $582,000 |
| 2022 | $7,921 +56.2% | $582,000 +167.5% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,048/mo
Principal & interest
$4634
Property taxes
$996
Home insurance
$418
Climate risks
Neighborhood: East End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10East End Community SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Lyman Moore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 4/10Portland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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