Skip main navigation
Closed
  • $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

    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.

    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#: 1620515MLS Logo

    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
    Services availability