Just Sold in Portland, Maine!

305 Ray Street, Portland, $338,000

This well-built Cape is located in a highly desirable neighborhood, completely renovated and updated with modern amenities. First floor bedroom and totally remodeled full bath. Two comfortable upstairs bedrooms with a brand new half bath. Elegant wood floors throughout. Kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances. Lovely enclosed back porch, beautiful mature trees on a large corner lot. 3 Blocks from Pine Grove Park, and minutes to restaurants, shopping and Downtown.

Just Listed in Cumberland, Maine!

PRICE ADJUSTED: $469,000

29 Shady Run Lane, Cumberland

This charming Colonial in the Westridge Subdivision features an open concept kitchen with Quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, a master bedroom with an en suite, and a spacious backyard and deck perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Enjoy the privacy of this home in this quiet, wooded, and convenient neighborhood within walking distance to Cumberland Center, schools and local restaurants. Yarmouth and I-295 are also only a short drive away.

Is That Waterfront Property Worth It?

The state of Maine has 3,478 miles of coastline which makes it one of the states with the most, only topped by Louisiana and Florida(VisitMaine). While this makes Maine a beautiful place to live and a popular vacation spot, it also means that as water levels rise and extreme weather events continue due to climate change, the risk of flooding and damage to infrastructure increases.

Take A Hike With Portland Trails!

Every year on the first Saturday of June, people across the country get outside to celebrate National Trails Day. Our friends at Portland Trails celebrate by hosting the Forest City Trail Walk, a 10 mile hike that covers the full spectrum of their trails--along the rivers, in the thick woods, along marshes, on streets and by 2 waterfalls. It starts near the Westbrook/Portland line and goes all the way to the Falmouth line.

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With two groups, one taking a more leisurely pace, you can explore and enjoy the views of the trails while learning about the Portland Trails people, work, impact and trails. Pack a lunch and water to stop and eat on the trails.

When: Saturday, June 1, 2019, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Starts at Stroudwater Trail, Blueberry Rd., Portland, ME
Price: $20

Register early to get a spot and share with your friends!

At Gray Fox, our way of contributing to our local communities is by donating 1% of our annual profits to organizations that focus on conservation and land trusts in Maine. Portland Trails is just one of those organizations!

Out With The Old, In With The New....Or Not?

Out With The Old, In With The New....Or Not?

In Maine, the operational costs and energy consumption of homes are higher because of the cold weather. Buyers interested in “green” initiatives should pay attention to reducing carbon emissions in real estate. Even in brand new "green" or energy-efficient homes, the embodied carbon is higher than an existing home. At Gray Fox Real Estate we think it is important to raise awareness to help our communities contribute less to the production of new embodied carbon.

Featured Area Professional: Brian Watson, Rook Energy Solutions

Name: Brian Watson

Company: Rook Energy Solutions, Yarmouth, ME

Brian Watson is the General Manager of Rook Energy Solutions. He is a native of Portland, ME and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern Maine. Since graduating, he has worked for Rook learning the ins and outs of home energy sustainability, as well as obtaining his certification as a Building Analyst Professional from the Building Performance Institute.

“We will put forth the time and effort required to ensure each customer receives the highest quality service and product.”
— Brian Watson, Rook Energy Solutions

We asked Brian….

What makes you different from other professionals in your area?
With over 30 years of experience and two Building Analyst Professionals certified by the Building Performance Institute on-staff, we have the knowledge, experience, and passion necessary to get the job done right the first time. Whether you hire us to assess your home’s energy efficiency, provide personalized, cost-effective solutions to reducing your heating/cooling bills and improving home comfort, or both, we will put forth the time and effort required to ensure each customer receives the highest quality service and product.

Do you have any tips for home buyers?
Prospective homeowners should be wary of certain signs which indicate a leaky, poorly insulated home, including: high annual fuel consumption, ice dams/icicle formation in the winter, fluctuating room temperatures across the home, cold interior surfaces (floors/walls/ceilings), and evidence of the presence of rodents/insects.

What are some common mistakes or mishaps that homeowners could avoid by utilizing Rook?
Energy audits/assessments provide homeowners with the information necessary to make (and prioritize) cost-effective investments toward reducing energy bills and improving home comfort. Too often we see customers who have thrown money at a new heating system or new windows before addressing the root causes of significant heat loss and air leakage throughout their home, thus rendering their investments more or less useless.


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Contact Brian
Rook Energy Solutions
(207)-829-3900
brian@rookenergy.com



At Gray Fox Real Estate, we know that providing high-quality real estate services is only possible with the help and expertise of industry professionals that we trust.


Just Sold in Falmouth, Maine!

96 Ledgewood Drive, Falmouth, $315,000

This move-in ready ranch will show you what it means to live “green”. Fully renovated with energy efficiency in mind, it has an electric/solar heat pump, added insulation, and purposeful ventilation throughout the one story house.
Relax on the front or back porch, around the stone fire pit, or in the fenced-in back yard with the apples trees and raspberry bushes.
Close to I95 and I295 for your commute and near walking trails that connect to dog park make this home perfect for both work and play.