Portland, ME 04102 55 Bowdoin Street
$3,165,000



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Presented By: Town & Shore Real Estate; 207-773-0262
Home Details
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.
Presented By: Town & Shore Real Estate; 207-773-0262
Interior Features for 55 Bowdoin Street
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms7
Bathrooms
Half Baths1
Total Baths6
Other Interior Features
Above Grade Finished Area5887.0
Air Conditioning Y/NNo
BasementInterior, Brick/Mortar, Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
Basement (Y/N)No
Below Grade Finished Area0.0
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringWood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesWalk-in Closets, Attic, Bathtub, Other, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Laundry FeaturesBuilt-Ins, Upper Level
Total Fireplaces6
General for 55 Bowdoin Street
Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesWasher, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop
Architectural StyleColonial
Assoc Fee Paid PerAnnually
Attached Garage No
Carport Y/NNo
CityPortland
Construction MaterialsStone, Brick, Masonry, Wood Frame
CoolingNone
CountyCumberland
ElectricCircuit Breakers
Electric On Property Y/NNo
Energy EfficientWater Heater, Smart Electric Meter, Dehumidifier
Full Baths5
Garage Spaces2.0
Garage Y/NYes
HOAYes
HOA Fee$220.0
HeatingRadiator, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Lease Renewal Y/NNo
Lot Size Square Feet20037.6
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MobileHomeRemainsYNNo
New ConstructionNo
Patio/Porch FeaturesGlass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
Pets AllowedNo Restrictions
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
Rent Control Y/NNo
RoofMembrane, Slate
Security FeaturesSecurity System
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusComing Soon
StatusComing Soon / No Show
Subdivision NameAlleyway Maintenance
Tax Annual Amount29040.0
Tax Lot11
Tax Year2024
Total Rooms15
UtilitiesUtilities On
Waterfront Y/NNo
Year Built1911
ZoningR4
Exterior for 55 Bowdoin Street
Building Area Total5887.0
Crops Included Y/NNo
Door FeaturesStorm Door(s)
FencingFenced
Foundation DetailsStone, Brick/Mortar
Horse Y/NNo
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot FeaturesWell Landscaped, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Historic District, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit, Irrigation System, Near Railroad
Lot Size Acres0.46
Lot Size Area0.46
Lot Size SourcePublic Records
Open Parking Y/NNo
Other EquipmentOther Equipment, Internet Access Available, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System
Parking FeaturesAuto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Common, On Site, Detached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Road Surface TypePaved
SpaNo
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History

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