252 Seashore Avenue, Portland, ME, 04108
About This Home
Perched along the scenic backshore of Peaks Island, this elevated, seaside cottage captures premium ocean views. The bright, year-round home has a single-level, open-concept floorplan with a spacious living room, dining area and kitchen - all oriented toward the water. The kitchen features a peninsula for barstool seating and a wood-burning stove for ambiance and extra warmth. Also facing the water is a vaulted, window-lined sun room/bonus room with French doors, skylights, and sliders that open to the sunny deck. Outside you'll enjoy ample wrap-around decking with stunning, unobstructed views, a private stone patio, lovely perennials / shrubs, and a grassy yard that's surrounded by nature. Enjoy the serenity of a sunrise, ocean breezes, birdsong, and the swishing tide - or venture out and explore the island on foot or bicycle. With Portland's Old Port just a 15-minute ferry ride away, endless dining options, shopping and entertainment await. This well-maintained island cottage is furnished so its new owner can unpack the groceries and stroll just a few steps to the water's edge. The heated, unfinished lower level offers valuable storage and potential living space.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1936
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Poured Concrete
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Shingle Siding,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Daylight,Full,Unfinished
Bedroom1
- Features: Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Dining Area,Informal
- Level: First
Family Room
- Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Features
- Bathtub,One-Floor Living,Shower
- Flooring: Vinyl,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,392
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,392
- Total interior livable area: 1,392 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: PTLDM085BV003001
- Zoning: IR2, shoreland
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic,Trees/Woods
- Waterbody name: Casco Bay, Ocean
Lot
- Lot size: 0.75 Acres
- Features: Near Public Beach,Level,Open Lot,Pasture,Landscaped
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Hurricane
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,557 | $66,684 |
| Home Insurance | $297 | $3,564 |
| Property Taxes | $1,301 | $15,612 |
| Electricity | $244 | $2,930 |
| Total | $7,399 | $88,788 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-27 | Price change | $1,179,000 |
| 2023-08-20 | Pending sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2023-08-18 | Sold | $1,050,000 |
| 2023-07-26 | Contingent | $1,100,000 |
| 2023-07-20 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2023-06-17 | Pending sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2023-04-26 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2023-02-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-09-23 | Price change | $1,100,000 |
| 2022-06-14 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000 |
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