Boutelle is a multi-family property with several apartments set across three stories, and the building goes back to 1900 so you get a sense of history there, and some of that old woodwork and character still shows up in places like the porches and the big windows where you can watch the seasons change. There are six bedrooms and three bathrooms, and they have a total of 2,300 square feet of living space inside, with each apartment set up a little bit differently, so you might have a living room that looks out over some crab apple trees or a big eat-in kitchen with a dishwasher, or you'll find a laundry room right in the unit or just up on the upper floor with hookups handy so you don't have to go out. They've got heating from baseboards, electric, and even hot water heat, and when the Maine winters roll in, you'll be glad the heat and hot water are included, though you do have to cover the electricity bill yourself.
In some of the apartments, you'll find features like hardwood and vinyl floors, high ceilings, plenty of storage space and closets, a living room with a bay window, lots of natural light, even a porch or a screened porch for warm summer mornings or just a place to sit out and enjoy the air. The kitchens tend to be large with room for a table, and some have dishwashers and range ovens, sometimes even a pantry. The property uses public water and sewer, and in terms of parking, most places have at least one off-street spot or paved parking spaces, so you're not fighting for parking every day, and if you need extra storage, some units have attached sheds or garages.
Boutelle is pet-friendly, though only for cats and small dogs under 40 pounds, and there's usually a monthly pet fee to consider. Smoking isn't allowed anywhere on the property, inside or out, so you don't have to worry about smoke bothering you. The lease terms start at six months, with options for a year renewal, and while most details about fees and policies are available only if you ask, things like garbage and sewage, heat, and hot water are included, which takes a few bills off your list.
Some of the unique touches Boutelle offers include a large three-season porch, laminate or wood floors in some areas, vinyl siding on the exterior, a shingle or metal roof, and several units have flexible layouts, with separate entrances and plenty of windows for good cross-breezes. There are also features like a basement with a sump pump, a porch for each unit, and multi-level architecture, so depending on which floor you're on you might have carpet, wood, or vinyl floors. Appliances in many of the units include a washer, dryer, refrigerator, and range oven, and sometimes a dishwasher, so you have most of what you need to set up housekeeping.
Nearby, you'll find community features like the Alfond Center pools and playgrounds, making it easy to get out and be active if you want. Overall, Boutelle offers flexible options for people looking for apartments or multi-family living, with a good selection of different room sizes and layouts, and its age means you get a property with some character and quirks, though condition is usually average and everything seems to be kept in good working order.
