20 Thomas Street, Portland, ME 04102

$1,700,000

Virtual Tour

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Virtual Tour

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The sun filled living room at the front of the house with views from the windows to the Waynflete front door.

The living room with its expansive ceilings provides separate conversation areas, media watching and a seating area in front of the fireplace which can be activated with the plumbed gas line.

The conversation area in front of the bay windows is the perfect spot to catch up with friends and family at the start and end of the day.

The view from the first floor living provides the perfect view to Waynflete.

The front entry offers a spacious entrance into the living space of the house.

The family room to the right of the entry provides another quiet gathering spot.

The expansive windows draw in tremendous natural light throughout the first floor.

The dining room provides an inviting and convenient setting for family dinners or entertaining friends, neighbors and clients.

The renovated kitchen is open yet with the curved opening provides some separation from the dining and living spaces.

Gorgeous cabinets and large center island provide plenty of prep space and with the separate walk in pantry, there is plenty of storage.

The adorable window seat with a large window is the perfect spot to capture the morning light for your morning readings.

The walk in pantry with prep sink is the perfect spot for storage and clutter, leaving the kitchen bright and fresh.

The home office is near the back entry for easy and private access and the perfect spot to take a private zoom call or close the big deal.

The home office can also serve as a cozy den.

The architectural appointments provide an elegant and understated elegance to the house.

This gorgeous stained glass window on the landing of the front stairs provides filtered light and an interesting architectural piece.

The primary bedroom is at the front of the house offering wonderful sunlight and special architectural details.

The decorative fireplace centers the primary bedroom

The primary bath has been beautifully updated with glass and marble.

The large secondary bedroom is spacious bright and accented with a beautiful decorative fireplace.

Two smaller rooms at the end of the hallway make the perfect cozy bedroom with an adjacent sitting or study area.

The rear staircase provides wonderful separation for the 3BR 1BA rental on the third floor or can be easily opened by removing a door to incorporate the 3 additional bedrooms into the main house.

The kitchen, living and dining areas in the rental unit are both spacious and functional.

If incorporated into the main house, this would make ideal guest quarters or a wonderful separate suite for multi-generational living.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 4,952 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,700,000 List Date: 4/04/2025 Last Modified: 7/30/2025

Overview

Description

Located in Portland's coveted West End neighborhood, this exquisite 1899 home, designed by renowned architect John Calvin Stevens for philanthropists Edward and Mary Staples, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern convenience. Beyond its timeless elegance, the property offers valuable amenities, including a third-floor rental apartment, which can easily be incorporated into the main house as a large single family, and private parking. Step inside to discover stunning original details, from a breathtaking two-story stained-glass window in the stairwell to cozy decorative bedroom fireplaces, elegant pocket doors, and gleaming old-growth hardwood floors. Thoughtful renovations enhance these classic features with custom light fixtures, an inviting front porch, and versatile outdoor space. Natural light fills every corner, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Designed for entertaining, the updated chef's kitchen boasts an expansive island for casual meals or meal prep, while the ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1617838

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 20
Street Name: Thomas
Street Type: Street
County: Cumberland
Town: Portland
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04102
Leased Land: No
Book: 27579
Page: 313
Map: 62
Block: E
Lot: 013001
Zoning: R4
Zoning Overlay: Unknown
Association: No
Full Tax Amount $: 18232.65
Tax Year: 2025
Tree Growth Y/N: No

Contract Information

Original List Price: 2000000

Property Information

Surveyed: No
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed: All
# Rooms: 12
# Bedrooms: 6
Total Full Baths: 5
Total Baths: 5
Color: Brick
Year Built: 1899
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 4952
SqFt Finished Total: 4952
SqFt Source: Public Records
Other Source of Square Footage: Matterport
Garage: No
Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.2
Source of Acreage: Public Records
Road Frontage: No
Total Half Baths: 0
# Fireplaces: 0
SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2025-06-23
Closed Date: 2025-07-29
Closed Price: 1700000

Water Info

Water Frontage: No
Water View: No

More Information

Appliances Included

Other Appliances: Range, Fridge, Dishwasher, W&D 3rd floor
Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes
Other: Yes

Sold Info

Appraiser Email Address: jstewart@nea.cc

Site

Level: Yes
Sidewalks: Yes
Well Landscaped: Yes

Location

Historic District: Yes
Intown: Yes
Near Shopping: Yes
Near Town: Yes
Neighborhood: Yes

Roads

Paved: Yes
Public: Yes

Construction

Masonry: Yes

Basement

Daylight: Yes
Full: Yes
Unfinished: Yes
Walk-Out Access: Yes

Foundation Materials

Brick/Mortar: Yes

Exterior

Brick: Yes

Roof

Shingle: Yes

Heat System

Baseboard: Yes
Steam: Yes

Heat Fuel

Electric: Yes
Gas Natural: Yes

Cooling

None: Yes

Floors

Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Parking

11 - 20 Spaces: Yes
Off Street: Yes
Paved: Yes

Style

Colonial: Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers: Yes

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: Yes
Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Gas

Natural - On Site: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 2 Level: Second

Water

Public: Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 3 Level: Third

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4: Yes
Bedroom 4 Level: Third

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 5: Yes
Bedroom 5 Level: Third

Driveway

Paved: Yes

Restrictions

No Restrictions: Yes

Basement Entry

Doghouse: Yes
Interior: Yes

Water Heater

Gas: Yes

Amenities

Bathtub: Yes
In-Law Apartment: Yes
Laundry - 2nd Floor: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Primary Bedroom w/Bath: Yes
Storage: Yes
Walk-in Closets: Yes

Vehicle Storage

No Vehicle Storage: Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First

Family Room

Family Room: Yes
Family Room Level: First

Kitchen

Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First

Kitchen Amenities

Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes

Laundry Room

Laundry: Yes
Laundry Room Level: Second

Laundry Room Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Utility Sink: Yes

Living Room

Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Walk-in Closet: Yes

Office

Office: Yes
Office Level: First

Office Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes

Room Features

Built-Ins: Yes
Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Utility Sink: Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes

Property Features

Site: Level; Sidewalks; Well Landscaped Location: Historic District; Intown; Near Shopping; Near Town; Neighborhood Roads: Paved; Public Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer; Other Style: Colonial Construction: Masonry Basement: Daylight; Full; Unfinished; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Doghouse; Interior Foundation Materials: Brick/Mortar Roof: Shingle Exterior: Brick Heat System: Baseboard; Steam Heat Fuel: Gas Natural Water Heater: Gas Cooling: None Floors: Tile; Wood Amenities: Bathtub; In-Law Apartment; Laundry - 2nd Floor; Pantry; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Storage; Walk-in Closets Driveway: Paved Parking: 11 - 20 Spaces; Off Street; Paved Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Restrictions: No Restrictions Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Natural - On Site Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Primary Bedroom	Second
Bedroom 1	Second
Bedroom 2	Second
Bedroom 3	Third
Bedroom 4	Third
Bedroom 5	Third
Dining Room	First
Kitchen	First
Living Room	First
Family Room	First
Office	First
Laundry	Second

Documents

Property Disclosure Public Access ›

Deed Public Access ›

Lead Paint Addendum Public Access ›

IDX

Listing Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Selling Office: RE/MAX Riverside

Last Updated: July - 30 - 2025

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