79 James Street, Saco, ME 04072
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FOR SALE
0.3 ACRES

$699,000

  • 7 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,074 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

79 James Street, Saco, ME 04072

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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1900
0.3 acre lot
$227/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 79 James Street.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1684973

About this House

What's unique:All in great shapeQuiet streetStriped parking lot
Well-maintained three-unit building on a quiet street in one of Saco's best locations, walkable to schools, downtown and parks. The long-term owner has made consistent upgrades over the years, and it shows. The unit mix includes a 2BR/1BA, a 3BR/1BA and a 2BR/1.5BA, all in great shape. Unfinished space on the third floor offers room to expand. Outside, there's a striped parking lot and usable outdoor space in the back. A solid, low-headache asset in a location tenants actually want.

Home Details for 79 James Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3074 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Direct Vent HeaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Paved,5 - 10 Spaces,On Site
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3074 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 24

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $699,000Price Per Sqft: $227

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Saco

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 1684973

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3074 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1684973Above Grade Unfinished Area: 3074

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 20, 2026
Source: Maine Listings #1684973
Listed For Sale
$699,000

Around this home

What Locals Say about Saco

At least 112 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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  • Sean Russell
    "There are many seasonal gatherings on Main Street including a Christmas lights parade that my family really enjoys. "
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  • Csmith22
    "8 years great place to live and lots of kids to grow up with. Also pet friendly and good restaurants and shops. Parades in fall and winter. City work is clean and quick and they are responsive. "
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  • Fragnater
    "Nice walkways, 1-2 mile walk with sidewalks are common in our community. Drivers are courteous and yield to dog walkers. It’s a nice walk… especially in the fall when the leaves are turning color, there are maple as and oaks and ginkgo trees that are a spectacle of color. Very enjoyable."
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  • Leo D.
    "Each other I have one sister left in my family both my parents have passed.i am 58 years old and very quiet I keep to myself and live alone.i won't be any trouble and have no pets"
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  • Debbie G. M.
    "A 10 minute walk to downtown for small shops, city hall and police station. public transportation available with a five minute walk to neighboring areas. We are in town with out of the city quietness."
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  • Buchalgi
    "I have lived here for 20 years. High traffic and great schools. Neighbors can be friendly and it is a safe town to live in with a family. "
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  • Andrew P.
    "This is a nice community. Safe for families and children: close to Portland , Boston, mountains and the ocean"
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  • Debbie G. M.
    "It’s quiet as though we were In the country, and yet everything is in walking distance. We have a community garden. We are just a few minutes away from the beach. There is public transIt."
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  • Sonja B.
    "I’ve lived here for a year my neighbors are great for the most part and the streets are quite . My landlord is my neighbor no issues . Down fall is there is a public park on a dead end street. Questionable people always show up late at night but the police patrol the area great. "
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  • safford j.
    "The Ferry beach community meetings bring our ward 4 neighborhood together to help keep us informed. Other events like river jam and river clean up are great ways to volunteer. "
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  • Lroche528
    "It’s country and Oceanside living. It’s small town feel - there’s a tight-knit community open to everyone who moves into the area. "
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  • Bob A. J. B.
    "Live on Ocean Park Road. A little crazy in summer but very peaceful in other seasons. Shuttle bus runs daily in front of house, and plowed regularly during snow storm. Trash picked up weekly."
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  • darlene j.
    "I keep coming back. great place to raise children"
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  • Sasha
    "Perfect meaning of vacationland,everything is around you"
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Market trends in Saco

Last updated October 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$662K
Since last month
Increased$23K (+3.7%)
Since last year
Increased$64K (+10.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +183% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$659K
October 2026$679K
September 2026$635K
August 2026$626K
July 2026$618K
June 2026$629K
May 2026$641K
April 2026$651K
March 2026$662K
February 2026$665K
January 2026$587K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
74 Beach Street, Saco, ME
0.15
Multi-Family Home
$737,500
02/13/26
4
2
4,480
87 High Street, Saco, ME
0.23
Multi-Family Home
$740,000
05/05/26
11
5
3,881
46-48 Glenwood Avenue, Saco, ME
0.50
Multi-Family Home
$492,000
10/07/26
6
2
1,942
10-12 Maple Street, Biddeford, ME
0.91
Multi-Family Home
$480,000
03/13/26
7
3
2,644
50 Glenwood Avenue, Saco, ME
0.52
Multi-Family Home
$635,000
07/07/26
4
2
1,816
23 Gray Avenue, Saco, ME
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$230,000
05/29/26
4
2
2,170
24 Dyer Street, Saco, ME
0.81
Multi-Family Home
$630,000
03/27/26
6
4
3,488
18 Therrien Avenue, Saco, ME
1.01
Multi-Family Home
$535,000
12/15/25
6
3
2,736

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
79 James St #2, Saco, ME 04072
0.00
-
3
1
-
Off Market
79 James St #3, Saco, ME 04072
0.00
-
2
1.5
-
Off Market
77 James St, Saco, ME 04072
0.01
$341,100
3
1
1,418
Off Market
75 James St, Saco, ME 04072
0.02
$369,000
4
3
2,162
Off Market
129 Beach St, Saco, ME 04072
0.02
$275,000
2
1
1,728
Recently Sold
131 Beach Street, Saco, ME 04072
0.03
$455,000
4
1.5
2,066
For Sale
69 James St, Saco, ME 04072
0.03
$333,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market
137 Beach St, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
$421,800
2
2
1,958
Off Market
113 Beach St, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
$490,200
5
3
2,192
Off Market
113 Beach St #115, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
$592,900
Studio
-
2,192
Off Market
74 James St, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
$601,200
4
3
2,400
Off Market
115 Beach St, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
2
1,100
Off Market
141 Beach St, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
-
Off Market
141 Beach St #17, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
675
Off Market
141 Beach St #16, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
675
Off Market
141 Beach St #20, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
675
Off Market
141 Beach St #14, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
675
Off Market
141 Beach St #19, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
675
Off Market
141 Beach St #8, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
675
Off Market
141 Beach St #6, Saco, ME 04072
0.04
-
2
1
750
Off Market

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Frequently asked questions about 79 James Street

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 79 James Street?
    Based on a $699,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 79 James Street in Saco, ME is approximately $4,499 (about $3,917 principal & interest, $507 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Saco?
    Residents describe Saco, ME as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Saco, ME.
  • What are the closest schools to 79 James Street?
    The closest schools to 79 James Street in Saco, ME are C K Burns School (Elementary, rated 6/10), Saco Middle School (rated 7/10), Young School (Elementary).
  • What is 79 James Street estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 79 James Street in Saco, ME is $661,600.
  • Does 79 James Street have parking?
    Yes, 79 James Street in Saco, ME has on-site parking.
79 James Street, Saco, ME 04072 is a 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,074 sqft multi-family built in 1900. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Maine Listings on Oct 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1684973.