52 Melrose Street, Portland, ME, 04101 | $1,275,000

Welcome home to 52 Melrose Street! This stately 5 bedroom, 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.

Features

  • Amenities: Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Baths: 2 full / 1 half
  • Laundry: Upper Level, Washer Hookup
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Garage: 1.5-car
  • Heating: Steam
  • Cooling: None
  • Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Doghouse, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Approx Sq. Feet: 3,418
  • Acreage: 0.12
  • Est. Taxes: $9,530
  • Lot Desc: Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Landscaped, Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
  • View: Scenic
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • MLS#: 1618552
  • Website: https://www.raveis.com
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