Some homes simply feel like they have been part of the neighborhood forever — and 97 Simmons Road is one of them. Set on a generous . 38-acre lot in South Portland, this classic late 1950s home offers the kind of location, setting, and possibility that invites imagination from the moment you arrive. Public bus stop at the corner of Simmons and Ocean for convenience. For decades, this home has served its purpose well: a comfortable place to gather, settle in, and enjoy the rhythm of a beloved South Portland neighborhood. Now, it is ready for its next chapter. With two bedrooms plus a first-floor den, a full bath on the main level, a half bath on the lower level, and additional potential to use upstairs as a bedroom, play room, bonus room or more, the floor plan offers flexibility for today's buyers while preserving the character and simplicity of its era. Inside, you'll find warm wood floors, charming original details, a fireplace, and spaces that feel full of promise. From the moment you step inside, you'll begin to imagine how the home would look with some cosmetic updates, and that is exactly where the opportunity lies - a chance to bring fresh vision, personal style, and modern comfort to a well-built home in a location worth investing in. Outside, the spacious lot offers room to garden, gather, play, or simply enjoy the seasons. From crisp autumn leaves to summer evenings in the yard, this is the kind of setting that helps a house become a home - and backing up to the park isn't just convenient for enjoying the best of South Portland, but ensures privacy for years to come. 97 Simmons Road is not trying to be brand new. It is something better: a well-loved South Portland classic with good bones, a generous setting, and the rare chance to create the next generation of memories in a neighborhood people love to come home to.
Meetinghouse Hill, located between Mill Creek and Willard Beach, is a historic and residential South Portland neighborhood with hillside streets and harbor views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Meetinghouse Hill Park overlook, where benches, paths, and the salt-air panorama set a calm, walk-and-pause rhythm. Early-20th-century cottages and classic New England colonials line compact blocks, with stone walls and mature trees shaping the streetscape. A short ride away, the community’s cultural pillars include the South Portland Historical Society, the Lyric Music Theater, and Bug Light Park’s waterfront promenade. Daily life leans toward shoreline walks, small-venue performances, and coffee stops tied to the nearby village-style commercial streets.
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Offer insights
97 Simmons Rd · $550,000
$566K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $566K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 38 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.5%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Attic
Bathtub
Built-ins in the dining room and basement exercise room
Storm doors
Internet access available
Finished and unfinished full basement with interior entry
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms on the first floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Vinyl
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Deck
Wooded setting near town in a neighborhood
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Detached 2-car garage with automatic door opener
Paved on-site parking with 5–10 spaces
Construction
Built in 1959
Wood frame with vinyl siding
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
Generator hookup
Oil water heater off the heating system
Electricity and solar
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To provide residential areas within the City of South Portland of low to medium density in a manner which will promote a wholesome living environment. To this end residential development shall not exceed 2 du per net residential acre. Development may preferably occur in accordance with the provisions of Sec. 1501 et seq. of this Chapter.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
South Portland, ME • 04106
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in South Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 97 Simmons Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $405,000 and $605,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $405K to $605K.