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This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 242 Valley Street in Portland, ME is listed for $499,000 ($390 per sqft). Built in 1900, the home offers 1,281 sqft of living space on a 0.11 acres lot.

Agent Description

A rare opportunity in Portland's vibrant St. John Street Valley neighborhood. This historic home has seen better days, but the foundation is solid and the potential is undeniable. Bring your tools, vision, and energy—this is a true sweat equity special, ideal for an owner-occupant, investor, or flipper looking to refurbish and resell for significant profit.

The location is unbeatable: just off the peninsula and walkable to Maine Med, Mercy Hospital, Deering Oaks Park, Hadlock Field, the Western Prom, Portland's new pro soccer stadium, groceries, gastropubs, and more. Zoned B5—one of the city's most flexible and valuable zones—allowing residential, commercial, or mixed-use development up to 75' in height with limited setbacks. Whether you're looking to renovate, flip, or redevelop, this is a remarkable opportunity at just 399K. Sold as-is, where-is.

Key Features

  • Built in 1900
  • 0.11 acre lot

Property Details

1 full, 1 half
1900

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,669/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$361
Interest$2,162
Insurance$146

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

242 Valley Street

Portland, ME 04102

Property Details

Flooring

CarpetVinylWood

Construction

Vinyl Siding Wood Frame

Parking

DrivewayOn Street

Heating

Hot Water(Heating)

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 242 Valley Street is listed at $499,000 ($390/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,162 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1900, 0.11 acre lot.

This property is listed by Thomas Landry and can be reached at 2077750248 or LandryTeam@benchmarkmaine.com.

TL

Thomas Landry

Agent at Benchmark Real Estate

(207) 775-0248

Listed by Benchmark Real Estate

MLS# 1633012· Source: listhub· Updated today

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242 Valley Street, Portland, ME 04102

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