The Condos at Dougherty Commons

Built by Maine Cooperative Development Partners (MCDP) on land formerly owned by the City of Portland, Maine, these Condos are priced to be affordable to households earning 100% of Area Median Income (table below).

​[As of 12/1/25 Dougherty Condos are paying buyer broker commissions.]
65 Dougherty Court (some still available!)

Purchase one of 16 homes in a network of connected townhouses. You can choose from:
  • Seven (7) 1 bedroom, 1 bath,  1st floor homes for 1-2 person households ($268,800 + monthly Condo fee);
  • Eight (8) 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2-level homes on the 2nd and 3rd floors for 3-6 person households; ($325,000 + Condo fee); and
  • One (1) 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 1st floor ADA accessible home fora 1-2 person household ($268,800 + monthly Condo fee).

57 Dougherty Court (sold out as of 12/1/2025) 
​Units 1-4, are four (4) 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2-level homes on the 1st and 2nd floors for 3-6 person households .

Prices & Household Size:
The following are the Condo Fee, Purchase Price, and Resident requirements:


These homes have access to public transportation and the Dougherty Fields recreational complex, including:
  • a playground
  • outdoor swimming pool
  • skate park
  • playing fields,
  • basketball court
  • Buses: the #1, #4, #5, #7 & #9 Metro bus lines, and the Portland Transportation Center are a short walk away.
  • The Transportation Center offers access to the Amtrak Downeaster train and Concord Coach buses. These services run south to Boston and New York, and north to Bangor via Midcoast or Central Maine.
  • Metro's Breez bus also runs from the Transportation Center offering routes to Yarmouth, Freeport, and Brunswick
​Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I purchase a condo and rent it out? You can have housemates, but you can't rent out the whole unit.
Can I earn equity? Yes, you can earn equity. The future sales price goes up according to the increase in area median incomes. You also grow wealth through paying down the principal which is part of your monthly mortgage payment, and if you itemize on your taxes, you save from not paying taxes on the part of your mortgage that is property taxes and interest.
Is this good quality construction? Yes, these homes were built at the KBS factory in Poland, Maine as modular boxes and assembled and finished on site by Backyard ADUs. Modular uses similar construction techniques and materials as "stick built" construction but is done inside a factory where workers are protected from the weather.  
Backyard ADU builds high-quality homes with traditional wood products in modular factories with a strong focus on energy efficiency. Each module is precision-engineered in a controlled environment with consistent inspections and rigorous quality control, resulting in durable structures and clean, long-lasting finishes. Advanced air sealing, continuous insulation, and carefully detailed building envelopes reduce energy loss and enhance year-round comfort. Because every module is manufactured with repeatable accuracy, energy-efficient systems are installed consistently across every project. Homes meet or exceed local building codes while delivering lasting performance, comfort, and efficiency. Modules are delivered and assembled in a single day, compressing construction timelines by months while maintaining the craftsmanship and reliability that define Backyard.
Are these homes energy efficient? 
These homes are very energy efficient, are all electric, with heat pumps, and will achieve DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes Certification, and have a HERS index of 34-42%, which means 58–66% less energy use than a standard new home, by building in a tight building envelope, high-R insulation, high-performance windows, efficient HVAC, and good air sealing and ventilation design. 
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Full Details in Public Offering Document
Frequently Asked Questions
Flyer
Cost & Benefits Comparison: Condo Ownership, Co-op Ownership vs Renting

Would you like to Schedule a tour? Do you have any Questions? Email us at: [email protected]
Home Ownership:
Read about available mortgages and programs. 
  • Check your eligibility for MaineHousing’s down payment assistance of up to $5,000 from their Advantage program, or $10,000 for their First Generation Pilot program. See their income limits here. People who get MaineHousing loans are exempt from real estate transfer tax, which saves both buyer and seller about $600+ each. Some buyers who have gotten these grants were able to purchase condos with less than $3,000 cash. 
  • Try MaineHousing’s calculator to see what you can afford.
  • Some banks may offer special mortgage products not associated with MaineHousing.
  • Buyers with larger amounts of cash may not need a mortgage. 
 
​We have direct relationships with the following lenders. You can choose whichever lender you want as long as they support new construction, price and income restricted condos, and support the type of loan you want to get. You don't need to have an existing relationship with a bank to get a mortgage; in fact, every bank offers different loans, so we recommend you call 2-3 banks; it typically takes about an hour to get a pre-qualification letter from a lender, and you can typically do it online or via phone. Lenders typically do a "soft credit pull" for pre-qualification letters; so it doesn't count against your credit.
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  • Androscoggin Savings Bank has a sharia compliant loan product, and is a great choice for self employed people. Greg Dauphinee 207-837-0851 
  • Bangor Savings Bank - Irene Oldfield  207-949-4489
  • Bath Savings Institution - Sharon Brobst 207-799-2775 
  • Bar Harbor Bank and Trust - has 3% downpayment options, can offer $500 off closing costs,  lower interest rate for lower income households, sometimes will accept less than 2 years income. Nickol Daigle 207-740-5641
  • CPort Credit Union - Joseph Bearor 207-352-3553. Can do portfolio loans, has access to language interpretation.
  • Kennebunk Savings has 3%-5% down, no PMI product with interest rates as low as 4.875%  Alex Brockway Tim Doolin
  • Saco Biddeford Savings Tammy Tracy 207-602-7676. 3%, 5%, or 10% down payment options—with no PMI, discounts off processing fees
  • Skowhegan Savings Bank - Linda Morton-Hebert 207-708-0309
  • Town and Country Federal Credit Union - offers portfolio product with 97% financing (ie 3% down payment, with 660 or higher credit score),  no PMI, credit union will match the MSHA rate at the time of application. 11/1/24 rate is 5.375%, but subject to change. Lisa Bellefleur, 207-553-5381.
  • NorthstarMortgage.Net Katrina DiBiase 207-450-0440 Offers 50% Debt to Income ratio, doesn’t offer MaineHousing loans
  • If you want to get a MaineHousing loan, you will need to work with a bank that is on MaineHousing’s list including: Androscoggin Savings Bank, Bangor Savings Bank, Bath Savings Institution, Camden National Bank, Community Credit Union, Gorham Savings Bank, Katahdin Federal Credit Union, Kennebec Savings Bank, Maine Community Bank, Maine Savings Federal Credit, and Union Norway Savings Bank 
  • MaineHousing Conventional and PMI Approved loans are expected to be eligible
  • All 12 three bedroom units are recipients of MaineHousing Affordable Homeownership Funds 
  • Some FHLB grants, LUH, may be available; 
  • FHA, VA, and RD loans are not expected to be eligible, but the condo association may get approved for future FHA or VA sales. ​
Would you like to Schedule a tour? Do you have any Questions? Email us at: [email protected]

​Potential Buyers: Please fill out the above form with or without the following documents:

1. A pre-qualification letter from a bank, credit union or other lender that pre-approves you for a bank loan of the amount needed for your desired unit size OR states you have sufficient resources to not need a loan.
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2. This Income Eligibility Form ​- Income is only checked for new buyers. 

Public Funding & Related Restrictions

Since City and State Funds were used to build these Condos, they are both Price Restricted and Income Restricted:

Income restricted means buyer households must earn up to 100% of Area Median Income (AMI) when they purchase the home (see the chart below). In the future, households can only sell to other households that are at or under the 100% of Area Median Income (AMI).  Income test only applies at time of purchase. There is no asset limit, except that you can't simultaneously own another home you could live in.  2024 Maine Housing Income Eligibility Form

Price restricted means that the sale price of the home can only increase to the extent that the Area Median Income has increased. City of Portland housing office will calculate what condos can be sold for in the future. 

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A couple purchasing a one bedroom unit may choose to put only one person on the mortgage and deed and in that case, it's just necessary for that person to be under the one person income limit, the two person limit would not apply.
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See our listing below at realtor.com
Dougherty Condos Detailed Information
Public Offering including Detailed Sales and Income information & FAQs

Exhibits
​Visuals & Slides
Sales Flyer (8.5x11, two sided)
Sales Flyer (1/2 page, one sided)
Sales Flyer (Multilingual, 8.5x11, one sided
Dougherty Environmental Fact Sheet

​Building Finishes & Specifications
Full Building Specifications 
Kitchen and Bath Finishes Summary Sheet
Unit Plan Key - Floorplans with Dimensions, 16 Unit (65 Dougherty)
Floorplans, Elevations, and Kitchen Detail, 16 Unit (65 Dougherty)
Floorplans, Elevations, and Kitchen Detail, 4 Unit (57 Dougherty)
Slideshow of previous homes build by Backyard ADUs (builder)
Contractor's Full Catalog of Finishes (for cross reference)
Landscape and Planting Plan

Flooring Daltile Vinyl Plank, color Hallstatt - "Cottage" (light tan)
Paint Sherwin Williams Alabaster White Sheen: Eggshell
Closets wire shelving
​Kitchen Cabinets
Merillat Classic, Spring Valley doors
Odd Numbered Condos have Option 1: "Cotton" (white) MDF painted kitchen cabinets
Even Numbered Condos have Option 2: "Steel Grey" Maple Wood stained kitchen cabinets
Kitchen and Bath Finishes Summary sheet
Kitchen Countertops 
Formica, color "Basalt Slate" (dark gray)  
Kitchen Faucets
Stainless Steel Moen Arbor
Appliances
Recirculating hood : Winflow "30" - HD #WR003C30 -Recirculating 
Range: GE SLIDE IN ELECTRIC RANGE - 30" wide  -STAINLESS FINISH - GRS500PVSS
Refrigerator (3 Bedroom homes + ADA 1 Bedroom) : GE FRENCH DOOR BOTTOM FREEZER "36" WIDE -  ENERGY STAR - 27.0 CU. FT. FINGERPRINT RESISTANT GNE27JYMFS
Refrigerator (1 Bedroom homes): GE SINGLE DOOR BOTTOM FREEZER 30" WIDE - ENERGY STAR(R) - 21.0 CU. FT. GDE21EYKFS GE(R) 
Dishwasher: GE 24 " DW - STAINLESS FINISH - FRONT CONTROL  - ENERGY STAR - STAINLESS - GDF650SYVFS
ADA Unit Dishwasher: GE(R) ENERGY STAR(R)-  ADA COMPLIANT -  STAINLESS STEEL - GDT225SSLSS 
Bathroom Cabinets
Merillat Classic, Spring Valley Wood Doors, color "Nightfall" (Navy Blue)
Bathroom Tub/Shower 
Maax Aker 60” ICON TS6032 
ADA Shower 
Aquatic 60" ADA Roll -in Shower: 1603BFSD 
Bathroom Countertop
Cultured Marble - Kerrico white on white
Bathroom Faucet
​American Standard "Rumson" satin nickel finish
Siding
Certainteed Monogram High Quality Vinyl, Deluxe Colors TBD
Roofing
30 Year Asphalt Shingles - Certainteed Landmark Pro color "Moire Black"
Insulation
Ceiling R-72 Blown Wood Fiber Insulation on Top Floor Ceiling, R-49 Fiberglass in 1 Bedroom condo ceilings
Exterior Walls: R-21 Fiberglass, R-9 Zip R; Demising Ceilings: R-49 Fiberglass; Demising Walls: R-28 Mineral Wool
Windows
Harvey Slimline, Traditional New England grid pattern on top sash only
Front Door
ThermaTru "Craftsman" s4813
Rear Door,  57 Dougherty only
ThermaTru - Full Lite, s140-LE
Interior & Closet Doors
Hollow core 2 panel with square top
Door Steps
Zero threshold concrete stoop, integrated with patios
Doorknobs
Schlage Torino Levers, Satin Nickel
Interior Trim
Natural Pine: flat, 3.5: white rim, with 1/4" overhang on header, 5/4" headers
Heating/Cooling, 3 Bedroom Condos
Ductless Heat Pumps, 4 heads total, Outdoor unit LG Lmu36hhv, Indoor Units LD "lmn" series
Heating/Cooling, 1 Bedroom Condos
Ducted Heat Pumps, Outdoor unit LG Luu180hhv
Air Handler LG Lhn188hv1
Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) 
Panasonic ERV FV-06VE1; 3 BR has one on each floor
Fire Prevention Sprinkler Systems
Public water based sprinklers

Videos of Buyer Q&A Sessions - June 2025
Thursday, June 5, Zoom Q&A - Watch Video Recording
Monday, June 9, Zoom Q&A - Watch Video Recording

Full Building Specifications 
Kitchen and Bath Finishes 

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