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Property Description
Back Cove Beauty! This stately 5 bedroom (or 4 bedrooms plus a roomy office), 2.5 bath home located on a corner lot in coveted Back Cove is just steps from Baxter Blvd, vibrant local restaurants & shopping and moments to all that Portland's Old Port has to offer. This wonderful home has been freshly painted throughout and features stunning period details alongside modern conveniences & updates, so you can move right in! The front porch greets you as you enter with a gorgeous entry door featuring a leaded glass surround & a breathtaking storm door which sets the tone for the entire home beautifully. The entry area with drop zone and interior door opens up into the foyer, the spacious front-to-back living room with gas fireplace is perfect for gatherings, both the formal dining room and breakfast room feature plenty of built-in cabinets & shelving, the updated kitchen features a gas stove, island, pantry and plenty of storage, a rear mudroom and 1/2 bath complete the 1st floor layout. Access either the front or back staircase to the 2nd floor, which features 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths including the primary suite. The 3rd floor features another bedroom/office and a large bonus/flex room. In the basement you'll find a partially finished room, built-in work bench and plenty of storage. This home has been impeccably maintained with updated roof, windows and gas boiler. Vehicle storage onsite with a 1.5 car garage and patio for seating and a grill in the rear. The front and side gardens are simply magical and feature a walking path, space for seating, flowering trees, shrubs and perennials providing privacy & beauty in an enchanting oasis in which to commune with nature. Seasonal water views of Back Cove & lovely hardwood floors complete the undeniable appeal of this home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 52 Melrose St
General
- Sold For: $1,172,500
- Taxes: $9,530 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1618552
- Added to Site: 322 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On-Site Parking, Detached
Location
- County: Cumberland
- Subdivision: Back Cove
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 3418
- Square Feet: 3,418
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 3,418 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 3,418 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,418 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1904
Lot Features
- Property View: Scenic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227.2
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Zoning: R3
- Lot Description: Well Landscaped, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $9,530
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Block: F
- Lot Number: 10
Listed by Keller Williams Realty (207) 879-9800
Sold by Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty (207) 780-8900
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Schools
Schools serving 52 Melrose St
School District:Portland
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ocean Avenue 150 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Lyman Moore Middle School 171 Auburn Street, Portland, ME 04103 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 52 Melrose St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/27/2025
Sold
$1,172,500
-1.88%
MLS
5/21/2025
Price Reduced
$1,195,000
-6.27%
MLS
4/09/2025
Listed
$1,275,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
52 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 04101 (MLS# 1618552) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,172,500 on June 27, 2025. Want to learn more about 52 Melrose Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portland? You can browse all Portland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

