This stunning shingle-style Queen Anne Victorian, built over 125 years ago in what was once Fessenden Park - a historic suburb and trolley stop from downtown Portland - has been beautifully modernized while preserving its timeless charm.
A gracious front porch welcomes you with glimpses of the setting sun and invites you to relax and enjoy the quiet, one-way, tree-lined street lined with other historic homes. Inside, the first floor offers an warm and welcoming open-concept layout with connected living, dining, and fireplace areas, complemented by a modern chef-ready galley kitchen.
Upstairs, the second floor features a new and spacious primary suite with built-in wardrobes and a custom shower bath, plus two additional bedrooms and a luxurious shared bath. The third floor offers two more bedrooms and another full bath. The bright, updated basement includes a generous laundry area and ample storage.
The fenced backyard is perfect for relaxing or entertaining with its lovely paver patio, and the rare garage provides added convenience. Updates are too too extensive to list - from wiring and plumbing to super efficient heating and air conditioning via super-efficient mini-split heat pumps.
Located in Portland's sought-after Oakdale/USM neighborhood, this architectural gem offers quiet residential living with immediate access to the University of Southern Maine's Portland Campus, Back Cove, and the vibrant shops, cafés, galleries, bookstores and more of nearby Woodford's Corner.
This is truly an architectural wonder and a turnkey historic home—easy to show and a delight to experience!
Note: 1) The property has been pre-inspected and the report is available, 2) the sellers prefer a quick closing and the ability to occupy the property until 9/30/25, 3) offers are due by Monday, 6/23 @ 5PM and will be reviewed immediately after.
Closed
$1,325,000
126 William Street, Portland, ME 04103
5beds
2,877sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,322,400 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$5,880 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 08:58am
Listed by:
Benchmark Real Estate
Bought with:
Waypoint Brokers Collective
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1627240

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Gas Fireplace
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Radiator, Radiant, Hot Water, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Laundry: Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Bathtub, Other, Pantry, Shower, Storage
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Other, Concrete, Carpet
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Interior,Walk-Out Access,Finished,Full,Sump Pump,Doghouse,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,877
- Total interior livable area: 2,877 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,877
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Common, On Site, Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Features: Well Landscaped, Open Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Interior Lot, City Lot, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Suburban, Near Public Transit, Near Railroad
Details
- Parcel number: PTLDM081BB007001
- Zoning: R5
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Shingle,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Other,Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Portland
- Subdivision: Oakdale
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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