Renovated New England
481 Danforth Street Portland, ME 04102
For Sale
$837,000
MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Portland, ME
Property Size1,901 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$440.29
Days on Market13
Property Features for 481 Danforth Street
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
RN-2
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Basement
Patio and Porch features
Deck
Basement
Unfinished, Full
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
(207) 883-4327
Listed By:
Elizabeth Marks
(207) 332-6210
Added: Jul 17
Changed: Jul 28
Last Checked: Jul 29 at 1:06AM
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.
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
NOI $33,594 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.01%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$446.5K
$390.7K – $520.9K
NOI $31,254 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.73%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$522.5K
$457.2K – $609.6K
NOI $36,574 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.37%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Location Intelligence
Current Use
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.
