172 Falmouth Street, Unit 304Portland, ME 04102Sale Price: $572,500

Welcome home to the most unique condo in the former Nathan Clifford school. The ''stage'' unit is 1280 sq ft of open floor plan on the former school's auditorium stage in addition to one petite bedroom/office. Enter into this light-filled condo with soaring ceilings, large energy efficient windows, hardwood floors, central air, in unit washer/dryer, and 1.5 bathrooms. The open concept creates a tremendous sense of space with amazing design possibilities. Create a primary bedroom space with the use of rice screens or silk hangings. The options for this space are endless. The kitchen boasts a long wall of cherry cabinets and stainless appliances. The high ceilings scream to be covered in artwork. Designed by famed architect John Calvin Stevens and his partner John Howard Stevens, the 1907 Nathan Clifford building in the Oakdale neighborhood of Portland offers the unique opportunity to live in one of Portland's thoughtfully renovated historical buildings. The 44,000 square foot former elementary school houses 22 pet-friendly units, a large fully equipped fitness room, communal meeting space/library/lounge and two first story guest suites for use by residents. Honored with the National Register of Historic Places, the Classic Revival Structure is spacious and inviting with its wide hallways, meandering stairways, high ceilings, elevators, storage and on-site parking. An outdoor patio, surrounded by perennial plantings, gas grill, furniture and a fountain salvaged from the original building make it ideal for social gatherings. Just minutes from the center of Portland, USM, fine restaurants, coffee shops and concerts at Thompson's Point. Seller is offering a credit for 50% of first year's HOA dues. OPEN HOUSE Sunday 9/17 11am-12pm