#1616487, Listing office: Redfin Corporation
Property details
About 78 Mellen St Unit 2
This light-filled 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo is located in one of Portland's most convenient neighborhoods—just minutes from the Old Port, Back Cove, parks, restaurants, shopping, and more. It offers a great blend of city access and neighborhood charm. The interior features a spacious open floor plan, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and plenty of character. Bay windows in the living room bring in natural light and offer views of the surrounding neighborhood. Pocket doors, a fireplace mantle, and built-in cabinets add to the unit's unique appeal. The kitchen includes a gas range, perfect for those who enjoy cooking. The heating system and on-demand hot water were recently updated by the association for added comfort and efficiency. The HOA fee covers heat, hot water, sewer, and maintenance, making for easy, low-maintenance living. Additional storage and bike space are available in the basement. Ready for your personal touch, this condo provides one of the strongest values in Portland when considering location and space.
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingRadiant, Hot Water, Ductless
StatusActive
Size1,067 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1890
ParkingNo Parking, No Driveway, On Street
MLS #1629810
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile
- Interior: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, One-Floor Living
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: No Parking, No Driveway, On Street
- Architectural Style: High Rise
- Heating: Radiant, Hot Water, Ductless
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $335,000
- HOA Amount: $610 Monthly
- Lot: Corner Lot, Sidewalk, Near Public Transit
- Year Built: 1890
- Living Area: 1,067 SqFt
- MLS Number: 1629810
- MLS Name: Maine Listings
- Office Name: Maineland Real Estate
- Office Phone: (207) 650-3101
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Nearby schools
2
Howard C Reiche Community School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•166 Brackett St
2
East End Community School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•195 North St
4
Ocean Avenue
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•150 Ocean Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $31,607. The majority of Portland, ME residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
52%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
81%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
5%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
49%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
2%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Pro Wrestling
UFC
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Burlington
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Cicis Pizza
Burger King
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Buick
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 78 Mellen St Unit 2
The listing price of 78 Mellen St Unit 2 property is $335,000.
The property 78 Mellen St Unit 2 is a condo located in Portland, Maine, 04101.
Active Listing: 78 Mellen St Unit 2 is Active, which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 78 Mellen St Unit 2 are: Howard C Reiche Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East End Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ocean Avenue (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), King Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Portland High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Deering High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property at 78 Mellen St Unit 2 has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 78 Mellen St Unit 2 is 1,067 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 78 Mellen St Unit 2 is 1890.
This home is located at 78 Mellen St Unit 2 in Portland, ME and zip code 04101 in the Parkside neighborhood. This 1,067 square foot home was built in 1890. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It is currently priced at $335,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.