55 Bowdoin Street, Portland, ME 04102 (MLS# 1620515)
55 Bowdoin Street, Portland, ME 04102
$3,115,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
7
Baths:
6
Square Footage:
5,887
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
20,038
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$3,115,000
List Date:
5/05/2025
Last Modified:
7/16/2025
Description
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.
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More Information MLS# 1620515
Property Sub-Type
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Location Information
Street #: 55
Street Name: Bowdoin
Street Type: Street
County: Cumberland
Town: Portland
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04102
Zip +4: 3632
Leased Land: No
Book: 33685
Page: 220/All
Map: 069
Block: A
Lot: 11
Zoning: R4
Zoning Overlay: Yes
Neighborhood Association: Alleyway Maintenance
Association: Yes
Association Fee: 220
Fee Frequency Paid: Annually
Full Tax Amount $: 29040
Tax Year: 2024
Tree Growth Y/N: No
Geo Lat: 43.647105
Geo Lon: -70.274968
Contract Information
Status: Closed
Original List Price: 3165000
Sold Price: $3,115,000
Current Price: $3,115,000
Property Information
Surveyed: No
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
# Rooms: 15
# Bedrooms: 7
# Fireplaces: 6
Total Full Baths: 5
Total Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 6
Color: Red Brick
Year Built: 1911
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 5887
SqFt Finished Total: 5887
SqFt Source: Public Records
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.46
Source of Acreage: Public Records
Road Frontage: No
Status Change Info
Pending Date: 2025-05-14
Closed Date: 2025-07-15
Closed Price: 3115000
Water Info
Water Frontage: No
Water View: No
Utilities
Utilities On: Yes
Property Features
Site: Corner Lot; Level; Sidewalks; Well Landscaped
Location: Historic District; Intown; Near Railroad; Near Shopping; Near Turnpike/Interstate; Neighborhood
Roads: Paved; Public
Transportation: Major Road Access; Near Airport; Public Transport Access
Recreational Water: Nearby
Appliances Included: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Refrigerator; Wall Oven; Washer
Kitchen Countertop: Granite
Style: Colonial
Construction: Masonry; Stone; Wood Frame
Basement: Brick/Mortar; Bulkhead; Full; Unfinished
Basement Entry: Bulkhead; Interior
Foundation Materials: Brick/Mortar; Stone
Roof: Membrane; Slate
Exterior: Brick
Heat System: Baseboard; Forced Air; Hot Water; Radiator
Heat Fuel: Gas Natural; Wood
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Cooling: None
Floors: Carpet; Tile; Vinyl; Wood
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Amenities: Attic; Bathtub; Fence; Irrigation System; Laundry - 2nd Floor; Other Amenities; Pantry; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Security System; Shower; Storage; Walk-in Closets
Patio and Porch Features: Glassed-in Porch; Patio; Porch; Porch-Screened
Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System; Cable; Internet Access Available; Other Equipment
Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans; Dehumidifier; Smart Electric Meter; Water Heater
Driveway: Common; Paved
Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces; On Site; Paved; Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car; Auto Door Opener; Detached
Restrictions: No Restrictions
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Gas: Natural - On Site
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Room Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dining Room
Level: First
Living Room
Level: First
Den
Level: First
Mud Room
Level: First
Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Sunroom
Level: Second
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Bedroom 5
Level: Second
Bedroom 6
Level: Second
Laundry
Level: Second
Bedroom 7
Level: Third
Family Room
Level: Third
Documents
Listing Office: Town & Shore Real Estate
Last Updated: July - 16 - 2025
Broker Attribution:
207-773-0262
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