55 Bowdoin Street, Portland, ME 04102 - Photo 1

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$3,115,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
7 Beds
5 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
5,887 Sq. Ft.
0.46 Acres
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

The historic Harrison J. Holt residence, c. 1911, designed by noted architects John Calvin Stevens and John Howard Stevens is located in the Historic Western Promenade neighborhood. This exceptional property presents elegant Colonial Revival and Arts & Crafts architectural personalities, 5,887 sq.ft. of light-filled living space, 7-8 bedrooms, 5 ½ baths and sited on 0.48 ac. +/-. Original features include a grand living room with coffered ceiling, the fireplace flanked by inglenook seating, lead glass window accents and garden access through the screened porch. The residence presents a modern and inviting eat-in kitchen with original pantry adjoining the gracious dining room, six fireplaces, hardwood floors, custom cabinetry and woodworking accents throughout. The second level presents an ensuite primary bedroom, with fireplace and adjacent 3-season enclosed sunroom, three additional bedrooms, two baths and laundry. In addition, a suite of separate rooms on the second level is ideal for studio/crafts featuring two bedrooms and bath for guest accommodations. The third level offers a family room, bedroom and bath and extra storage. Mature plantings within the fenced and stone-walled garden, and two-car garage with EV charging stations finish this exceptional offering. Architecturally intact and inviting, beautiful 55 Bowdoin references the elegance of early 20th century Portland while presenting enviable living spaces. The coveted Western Promenade neighborhood is a repository of signature architecture, walkable to Maine Medical Center, convenient access to cultural, educational, business & transportation amenities, the Fore River biking & hiking natures trails, with Portland a convenient 100 miles from Boston.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 55 Bowdoin St

General

Sold For: $3,115,000
HOA FEE: $18/month
HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
Taxes: $29,040 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MREIS
MLS ID: 1620515
Added to Site: 294 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 15
Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, Attic, Bathtub, Other, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 6
Appliances: Washer, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 7

Other Rooms

Laundry: Built-Ins, Upper Level

Additional Information

Security/Safety: Security System
Equipment: Other Equipment, Internet Access Available, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System

Exterior

Porch/Patio/Deck: Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Common, On-Site Parking, Detached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Location

County: Cumberland
Subdivision: Alleyway Maintenance

Community

Association: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Radiator, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Utilities On

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Construction: Stone, Brick, Masonry, Wood Frame
Roof: Membrane, Slate
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Building Size: 5887
Square Feet: 5,887
Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
Living Area: 5,887 Sq. Ft.
Finished Total: 5,887 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 5,887 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1911

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,037.6
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Zoning: R4
Lot Description: Well Landscaped, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Historic District, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit, Irrigation System, Near Railroad
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Water Heater, Smart Electric Meter, Dehumidifier

Financial Considerations

Association Fee: $220
Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
Tax Amount: $29,040
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Block: A
Lot Number: 11

Listed by Town & Shore Real Estate (207) 773-0262
Sold by Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty (207) 780-8900

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Schools

Schools serving 55 Bowdoin St

School District:Portland

Name	Grades	Distance
Howard C Reiche Community School 166 Brackett Street, Portland, ME 04102	K-5	0.4 mi
King Middle School 92 Deering Avenue, Portland, ME 04102	6-8	0.7 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 55 Bowdoin St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/15/2025

Sold

$3,115,000

-1.58%

MLS

5/05/2025

Listed

$3,165,000

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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.

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