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    $2,895/mo

    553 Sawyer St, South Portland, ME 04106

    2beds
    1,512sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Single family residence
    Available now
    Cats, small dogs OK
    In unit laundry
    Off street parking
    Baseboard, fireplace
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Natural gas fireplace insertNew england charmBeautifully landscaped yardClassic three-bedroom homeFilled with sunlightBright three-season sunroomThree heating zones
    553 Sawyer Street South Portland Meetinghouse Hill Charming 2 Bedroom + Office Space Home on a Large Corner Lot Location, location! This classic three-bedroom home sits on a spacious corner lot in South Portland's highly desirable Meetinghouse Hill neighborhood. Enjoy a perfect balance of privacy and convenience, where beaches, restaurants, shops, and parks are all just minutes away. Walk or bike to Willard Beach, Bug Light Park, Scratch Baking Co., The Cookie Jar, David's 388, Leluco Bistro, and two live theaters. Easy access to public transportation and the Southern Maine Community College campus makes this one of the most walkable and welcoming areas in Greater Portland. Inside, the home is filled with sunlight and classic New England charm. A bright three-season sunroom captures morning light, while a mudroom off the driveway adds everyday convenience. The living room features a natural gas fireplace insert, and the home has three heating zones for comfort throughout the seasons. Other features include: Built-in china cabinet in the dining room Bathroom with walk-in closet Large, clean basement with outside access Expansive attic offering storage or future potential Beautifully landscaped yard with privacy hedges, mature plantings, and a wall of lilacs Experience the best of South Portland's coastal lifestyle in a friendly, walkable neighborhood. No smoking. Small pet may be considered with additional deposits and fees. Tenant pays utilities. Oil Heat and Hot Water. Water, Sewer. Internet. Natural Gas for Fireplace Insert Minimum one-year lease. Policy & Procedure To qualify for rental housing with Apartment Locator, LLC / Johnson Realty you must meet the following requirements and criteria. You must provide information truthfully and to the best of your ability. RENTAL HISTORY: You must have at least two (2) complete years of satisfactory rental history and have been named on a lease. Rental payments were made in a timely manner, there are no evictions, and your security deposit was returned. There were no extraneous noise, behavior, or conduct complaints. INCOME: Proof of income must be a current, verifiable document. Income must be sufficient enough to pay the monthly rent plus other expenses including utilities. (Typically housing expenses are 36% of household income.) CREDIT HISTORY: A report of your credit history may be required to apply for housing. Amount of indebtedness, payment history, bankruptcies, and judgments need to be in satisfactory condition. BACKGROUND CHECK: A history of criminal activity, sex offender registry, violent crimes, and drug activity may be used as disqualifying factors. Any other history that compromises the health, safety, or peaceful enjoyment of others is also a disqualifying factor. FALSE STATEMENTS: Statements made with intent to deceive will disqualify an applicant for housing. ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must be at the age of 18 and have valid identification in order to apply for housing. Rental Application Process Submit a rental application containing the required information. Enclose or attach a non-refundable application fee of $25.00 payable to Apartment Locator, LLC Enclose or attach any impertinent information such as pay stubs, letters of reference etc. Sign the application authorizing and accepting the guidelines described on the application Once we received your completed application Apartment Locator, LLC will review your application and verify the information you have submitted. Rental History Income verification Background check Employment verification Credit report
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: November 04, 2025 at 11:53am

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Fireplace
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Walk In Closet
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: 3 Season Room, Heating system: Baseboard, Walk In Closet
    Details
    • Parcel number: SPORM013L335

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: South Portland

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/4/2025Listed for rent$2,895$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    10/6/2025Sold$525,000$347/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1632396
    9/11/2025Contingent$525,000$347/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1632396
    8/29/2025Price change$525,000-2.6%$347/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1632396
    8/1/2025Listed for sale$539,000-6.3%$356/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1632396

    Neighborhood: 04106