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Property Description
Charming turn key Gambrel located in a quiet neighborhood off of Forest Avenue. Located on a corner lot w/large fenced in backyard w/fire pit & covered front porch for outside enjoyment. Updated kitchen w/island, gas range & plenty of cabinet storage. First floor layout flows well w/formal dinning room & light filled living room with built ins, crown molding & classic trim package throughout the 1st floor. Second floor master bedroom w/large full length closet & two additional bedrooms. This home was meticulously maintained and upgraded throughout the years. Amazing neighborhood offering a safe place for outside activities. Don't let the opportunity pass to purchase this home if you're looking to join one of Portland desired neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 56 Tarbell Ave
General
- Price: $485,000
- Taxes: $5,091 (2025)
- Status: Active Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1642225
- Updated: 1/6/2026
- Added to Site: 83 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Bathtub
- Appliances: Washer, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Location
- County: Cumberland
- Subdivision: No
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Zoned, Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Dutch Colonial
- Construction: Asbestos, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 1240
- Square Feet: 1,240
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,240 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,240 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,240 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Zoning: Residential
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Sidewalks, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,091.5
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 42-44
Listed by F.O. Bailey Real Estate (207) 781-1111
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Schools
Schools serving 56 Tarbell Ave
School District:Portland
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gerald E Talbot Community School 1600 Forest Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Lincoln Middle School, Portland, ME 522 Stevens Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 | 6-8 | 1.9 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 56 Tarbell Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/24/2025
Price Reduced
$485,000
-2.02%
MLS
11/07/2025
Price Reduced
$495,000
-2.15%
MLS
10/29/2025
Listed
$505,900
62.98%
MLS
11/15/2019
Sold
$310,400
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 56 Tarbell Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,206
4%
$280,200
—
2023
$4,038
6%
$280,200
—
2022
$3,814
5%
$280,200
—
2021
$3,640
-5%
$280,200
70%
2020
$3,832
—
$164,400
—
2019
$3,832
4%
$164,400
—
2018
$3,696
4%
$164,400
—
2017
$3,559
3%
$164,400
—
2016
$3,470
2%
$164,400
—
2015
$3,392
3%
$164,400
—
2014
$3,288
3%
$164,400
—
2013
$3,191
—
$164,400
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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56 Tarbell Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 (MLS# 1642225) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 56 Tarbell Avenue is currently listed for $485,000 and was received on October 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 56 Tarbell Avenue? 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.

