When natives think of the landscape immediately surrounding Portland, Maine the images that come to mind are typically of paved streets, Cape-style rooftops, sidewalk trees and corner stores. Although Portland is perched on the coast, it's a working waterfront and most of the area's popular beaches are miles south in Scarborough or Cape Elizabeth--destinations on summer weekends, but hard to get to on a whim.
However, one little gem is right across the bridge from downtown - South Portland's Willard Beach. Hidden beyond a quaint residential neighborhood with just a few walkable shops and an ice cream parlor, the beach offers plenty of parking, restrooms and a snack bar. And best of all, its often-overlooked location keeps the crowds quiet. And September through May, dogs are allowed on the beach!
It's really the locals who benefit most, the residents of the beachy cottages and condos that cover the four or five blocks between Broadway and the beach.
One such condo, located at 450 Preble Street, is currently for sale - just in time for summer. The unit is priced as low as any have sold in the building, and is a prime third-floor walkup with a custom kitchen and bath, and plenty of room to roam. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances give the kitchen a sophisticated polish, appropriately balanced by warm tones in the cabinetry and some gold hues in the stone. The floors are graced with inlaid hardwood, and the walls feature plenty of functional built-in shelves. The association is one of the few pet-friendly ones in the area, and the building and surrounding landscape show the care of its proud homeowners.
Can you see yourself enjoying the beach-town lifestyle just minutes from Portland's downtown? If so, pack up that sunscreen and call me to schedule a showing! You will thank yourself all summer long.
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