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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$3,115,000
55 Bowdoin Street, Portland, ME 04102
7beds
5,887sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
0.46 Acres Lot
$3,116,200 Zestimate®
$529/sqft
$7,720 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 16, 2025 at 09:20am
Listed by:
Town & Shore Real Estate 207-773-0262
Bought with:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1620515

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Full Bath, Gas Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Full Bath, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Full Bath
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 6
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Other
- Features: Closet
- Level: Third
Den
- Features: Gas Fireplace
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Third
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Second
Living room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Formal, Wood Burning Fireplace, Built-in Features
- Level: First
Mud room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Features: Three-Season, Unheated
- Level: Second
Heating
- Radiator, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Laundry: Built-Ins, Upper Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Attic, Bathtub, Other, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Interior,Brick/Mortar,Bulkhead,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,887
- Total interior livable area: 5,887 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,887
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Common, On Site, Detached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Well Landscaped, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Historic District, City Lot, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit, Irrigation System, Near Railroad
Details
- Parcel number: PTLDM069BA011001
- Zoning: R4
- Other equipment: Other, Internet Access Available, Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Brick, Masonry, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Membrane,Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1911
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater, Smart Electric Meter, Dehumidifier
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Air Radon Mitigation System
Location
- Region: Portland
- Subdivision: Alleyway Maintenance
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $220 annually
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved