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Renovated New England Triplex
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$837,000

481 Danforth Street, Portland, ME 04102

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Portland, ME

Property Size1,901 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$440.29
Days on Market14

Property Features for 481 Danforth Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning RN-2
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Basement
Patio and Porch features Deck
Basement Unfinished, Full
Lot features Rolling/ Sloping, Open, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/ Interstate, Near Railroad
Standard status Active
Size 1,901 SF
Lot size 0.15 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2026
Tax Annual Amount 17450

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Baseboard, Natural Gas
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1900
Floors in Building 3
Number of units 3
Flooring type Wood, Tile
Building materials Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
Roof type Shingle
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: The Real Estate Store
Listed By: Elizabeth Marks
Added: Jul 17 Changed: Jul 28 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 5:06PM
MLS# 1666170

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This renovated New Englander triplex is currently configured as a two-unit property, with the second and third floors renovated for bright, open living spaces. Improvements referenced include a new roof, siding, windows, electrical systems, and heating systems. The first floor is described as a blank canvas with potential to complete a third unit. Separate utilities are available for each unit.

The property is located in Portland, Maine, in the RN-2 zoning district. The second and third floors are described as having water views of the Fore River and access to private outdoor decks. The public remarks also state that three sides of the property abut city-zoned open space.

The lot size is listed as 0.15 acres, and the property size is listed as 1,901 square feet. It is presented as a for-sale investment and owner-occupant opportunity in Portland’s West End.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit property in Portland’s West End, configured for separate living with second and third floors renovated.
  • Extensive improvements include new roof, siding, windows, electrical systems, and heating systems.
  • Wood frame with vinyl siding; shingle roof; interior flooring includes wood and tile.

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $51.3k $27.00
− Vacancy −$3.3k −$1.76
EGI $48.0k $25.25
− OpEx −$14.4k −$7.57
NOI $33.6k $17.67
1,901 SF · lease $27.00/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$479.9K
$419.9K – $559.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,594 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.01%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$446.5K
$390.7K – $520.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,254 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.73%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$522.5K
$457.2K – $609.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $36,574 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.37%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Auto Parts Store Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

627
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 04102, ME

18,002
Population
8,633
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
62%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
6.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,000
Density / Sq Mi
$79,631
Median Household Income
$47,898
Median Earnings
$1,435
Median Rent
$464,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Renovated New Englander triplex with separate utilities and two finished units, offering water views and outdoor decks.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 481 Danforth Street Portland, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $837,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit property in Portland’s West End, configured for separate living with second and third floors renovated.; Extensive improvements include new roof, siding, windows, electrical systems, and heating systems.; Wood frame with vinyl siding; shingle roof; interior flooring includes wood and tile.
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