71 Central AVE Portland, ME 04108

Best value on Peaks! A village community with regular ferry service for pedestrians or cars, just minutes to Portland. A great place to live and work! One of the largest lots on the island, extending to 1/4 acre of beautiful gardens, completely fenced for privacy or animals . Rare opportunity - substantial three parcel offering. Renovated year-round 2-storey island cottage home, tastefully updated and expanded on public sewer and water, Comprising of 1800+ sq ft and featuring front porch for sunny days just watching the world go by, living room with fireplace, kitchen with granite counters and newer granite center island and gas stove and a wonderful dining area with bench seating. First floor bedroom, full updated bathroom opposite with walk-in shower. Work from home space. Wide pine floors + efficient heat pump - cooling or heat - up and down, plus oil furnace. Second floor primary and guest bedroom with adjoining ''Jack & Jill'' full bath and laundry + cathedral ceilings with exposed beams. Upper level sitting/reading area and wonderful sun drenched 2nd story deck off primary bedroom, perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks. Very private - sip coffee in your robe! The large 1/4 acre lot with road frontage on three sides gives you room to extend. Recent zoning changes to IR2 allow for an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Structure to be built. Buyer to verify specifics with city. Parking is plentiful to the rear and currently off-street. Rear deck off kitchen & dining area with steps to the garden and stone patio. House benefits from 75% full height basement storage and small amount of lower crawl space. Convenient location just minutes to Peaks Island Wharf, Hotels, Library, Museum, K-5 grade school on abutting road, shops, restaurants and public beaches + just minutes away plus protected open spaces. A once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase a legacy property for future generations, a year round home or an investment property.