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Mixed-Use Live-Work Building
For Sale
$565,000

49 Portland Street, South Berwick, ME 03908

Well-maintained live-work building with two office suites and a second-floor two-bedroom apartment plus off-street parking.

Property Size3,120 SF
Price / SF$181.09
Days on Market705

Property Features for 49 Portland Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,120 SF
Property subtype Office
Occupancy 100%

Additional Details

Office Units 2

Amenities

central air conditioning
Central Air
3
Parking.
Paved Driveway, Off Street.
0.27

Building Details

Year Built 1900
Buildings 1
Construction Victorian
Tenancy Multi
Owner Occupied No
Listing Agency: CENTURY 21 Barbara Patterson
Listed By: W Gerard Tatlock
Source: Xome
Added: Aug 26, 2024 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 2:59AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This live-work style mixed-use property in downtown South Berwick combines commercial office space with a residential apartment. The building currently has two offices with established businesses on the main level, including private offices and reception areas. Each office has its own exterior entrance, supporting independent access for occupants and visitors. A second-floor two-bedroom apartment provides residential space above the offices.

The building has been well maintained with replacement windows, an updated heating system, and central air conditioning. Separate electrical services are in place, which can support operational independence between the commercial and residential portions. Off-street parking is available for businesses and tenants.

The property was built in 1900 and sits on a 0.27 lot. It totals 3,120 square feet and includes existing leases for all units.

Key Highlights

  • Two main‑level offices with private offices plus reception areas
  • Second‑floor two‑bedroom apartment
  • Own exterior entrance for each office

Financial Insights For Office B

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 $77.9k $24.96
− Vacancy −$9.7k −$3.12
EGI $68.1k $21.84
− OpEx −$17.0k −$5.46
NOI $51.1k $16.38
3,120 SF · lease $24.96/SF/yr · vacancy 12.50% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$730.1K
$638.8K – $851.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $51,106 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.05%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$553.6K
$484.4K – $645.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,750 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.86%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$989.0K
$865.4K – $1.15M (±1% cap)
NOI $69,232 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.25%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Ham insurance Insurance Agency

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage Bakery

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
Office units
100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

397
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 03908, ME

7,468
Population
3,169
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
39%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
31.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
234
Density / Sq Mi
$97,927
Median Household Income
$52,008
Median Earnings
$1,535
Median Rent
$385,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Northeast region

13.1% 2019
15.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.1% 2022
20.2% 2023
20.9% 2024
19.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Live-work space - Well-maintained live-work building with two office suites and a second-floor two-bedroom apartment plus off-street parking.
Where is this live-work space located?
The property is located at 49 Portland Street South Berwick, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $565,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two main‑level offices with private offices plus reception areas; Second‑floor two‑bedroom apartment; Own exterior entrance for each office
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