26 Thomas Street, Unit 5Portland, ME 04102Sale Price: $830,000

A study in historic craftsmanship and contemporary ease, this two level, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence commands attention with refined architectural details at every turn. Coffered ceilings create a sense of grandeur throughout the open kitchen, dining and living areas, anchored by a natural gas range. Upstairs, two bedrooms each feature private en suite baths, integrating comfort and privacy. Residents enjoy modern conveniences and a deeded parking within the paver courtyard. Part of the meticulously restored High Victorian Gothic former parish house, designed by renowned Portland architect John Calvin Stevens in 1905, the home shares its grounds with the historic Williston West Church, constructed in 1877 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Situated in the tree-lined Western Promenade Historic District just two blocks from Waynflete School, this neighborhood boasts a distinguished array of architectural styles from the late 19th and early 20th centuries-from Victorian Gothic to Second Empire and Shingle style-offering residents a timeless historic setting with all the benefits of modern city living. Living in this prime location grants access to eclectic dining options, popular entertainment spots, beautiful parks and trails, thriving art galleries and boutique shops that make the Western Promenade one of Portland's most sought-after communities.