With the economy in a super weird place right now, many young people feel like they won’t ever be able to afford to have a place to call their own. Home prices rose over 20% in March alone, compared to the year before, and it can feel like owning even a house or an apartment is a pipe dream. But that won’t stop us from daydreaming about the perfect properties.

The ‘Historical Homes of America’ project posts some of the most beautiful photos of old buildings in the US. And they’re up for sale. Some of these pricetags might make you say, ‘Why is the world so unfair?!’, but just look at how grand and gorgeous these houses are. You should definitely expect these homes to have at least one friendly ghost and a secret attic full of mysterious artifacts.

As you’re scrolling down, upvote the pics that you liked the most, and be sure to tell us in the comments which of these houses you’d love to live in, above all else. Oh, and if you happen to own a historic property, you can tell us all about it, too—we’d love to hear from you.

Meanwhile, read on for Bored Panda’s interview about moving into historical homes, what homeowners should be aware of, and how to give the properties a facelift with Ariane Sherine, the editor at ‘These Three Rooms.’

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#1

Weinhardt Mansion built in 1888 in Chicago, IL

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#2

The Bishop’s Palace, also known as Gresham’s Castle, is an ornate 19,082 square feet (1,772.8 m2) Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas.

The house was built between 1887 and 1893 by Galveston architect Nicholas J. Clayton for lawyer and politician Walter Gresham, his wife Josephine, and their nine children. In 1923 the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galveston purchased the house, and, situated across the street from the Sacred Heart Church, it served as the residence for Bishop Christopher E. Byrne.

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#3

Wisteria blossoms draped over the entrance of a Victorian townhouse in San Francisco

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Nearly half-a-million people follow the ‘Historical Homes of America’ Instagram account, and we can definitely see why. We can perfectly imagine ourselves living in some of these homes. And there’s a deep yearning to move in, like, right now.

It also makes us realize that maybe, just maybe, if the house is beautiful enough, we don’t have to live anywhere near the city center. Old doesn’t automatically mean ramshackle or bad. And older homes are definitely a treat for history lovers, near and far.

Ariane, the editor at ‘These Three Rooms,’ was kind enough to answer Bored Panda’s questions about moving into old homes. We were curious to find out about the potential issues that homeowners should be aware of before moving in. There can be a lot of work that you’ll need to do, so it’s best to mentally prepare for that. Especially if you can see that the property hasn’t been given the love and care it deserves in quite some time.

#4

The Armour Stiner House built in 1860, NY.

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#5

Victorian House built in 1894 decorated for Fall in Muncie, IN

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#6

Beautiful historic residence in St. Charles avenue, New Orleans

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“You’ll have a survey done of course, but it’s best to pay for a full structural report when thinking of purchasing old homes. Get a qualified structural engineer to detail the full extent of what you’re undertaking, and make sure you reserve a contingency budget of 20% of the purchase price so you can afford any repairs,” she shared with us.

According to the expert, the electrical system in the house may be very dated or might not work at all. So it’s imperative that you get this sorted out ASAP, as faulty wiring can be very dangerous.

#7

Bair House built in 1888 in Arcata, CA, one of the finest Queen Anne style houses in the state. 

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#8

Davenport House in Saline, MI.

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#9

Philips House built in 1821 in Salem, MA.

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“Similarly, if the place is literally falling apart, that could be a safety hazard, so you may find the foundations need underpinning. You may also find the house needs to be gutted,” Ariane warned that the entire interior might have to be ripped out, meaning you’d actually be sacrificing quite a few of the character elements that you love about the house. You might enjoy the cornicing or the authentic period fireplaces, but they might have to go for the sake of structural stability.

#10

Galloway House built in 1846 in Fond Du Lac, WI.

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#11

Boldt Castle is a major landmark and tourist attraction built in 1900-1904 in the Thousand Islands region of the U.S. state of New York. Open to guests seasonally between mid May and mid October, it is located on Heart Island in the Saint Lawrence River. Heart Island is part of the Town of Alexandria, in Jefferson County. Originally a private mansion built by American millionaire George Boldt, it is today maintained by the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority as a tourist attraction.

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#12

Beautiful mansion in New Orleans, LA.

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What’s more, you might run into some pest control issues if the house is very old and badly maintained. “However, if you’ve fallen in love with the place, you may find these problems are worth living with and fixing,” Ariane told Bored Panda that it’s important to be honest about how you feel about the place. If you truly love it, you won’t mind rolling up your sleeves.

#13

On 26 sprawling acres overlooking the Rappahannock River, sits Camden Farm, an 1859 Italianate estate with sweeping views and charm to spare. Designed by noted architect Norris Starkweather of Baltimore, Camden Farm is a true 19th century trend-setter. The main house, at 6,966 sf, boasts 7 bedrooms, 2 full 2 half baths, original moldings and millwork, soaring ceilings, large center hall and beautiful solarium. Meander outside and enjoy a drink on your stay-all-day wrap-around porch, soaking in sublime sunsets, or take a walk across your grounds, a mix of open pastures and park-like serenity. Steps away, you’ll find a quaint 3 bed, 2 bath guest house with water views and 3 car garage. The deep water access provides endless river activities including boating, paddling, fishing, and swimming. Room for vegetables & vineyards, hives & horses. Whether you are a dreamer or a doer, there is no urban density here, just lots of clean air & the potentiality to disconnect & live off the land & embrace a peaceful & quiet lifestyle. Sunsets convey.

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#14

Presenting “The Castle House,” offered for the first time since the early 1960’s. Originally built in 1931 by a family who wanted to replicate a castle that they stayed at in Normandy, France, this 3 bedroom, 3 full and 1 half bath home is a rare piece of artwork. The architectural details are exquisite and the structure is strong enough to withstand a long battle. One would describe this house as impressive, intriguing, romantic, charming, and magically ornate.

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#15

 

The Burrage Mansion, widely regarded as one of the most impressive addresses on Commonwealth Avenue in Back Bay, boasts some of the grandest rooms Boston, MA, has ever seen. The mansion was built for Albert Burrage in 1899. 

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Bored Panda wanted to know how historical homes can be improved without sacrificing their value and authenticity. Here’s what Ariane, from ‘These Three Rooms,’ told us.

“If the floorboards are rotting or in poor condition, laying down engineered wood flooring can modernize a home. It’s easy to maintain and looks exactly like real wood (but it’s more affordable and doesn’t require regular maintenance),” she shared that it’s possible to save a bit of your budget for other refurbishments.

#16

Roseland Cottage, also known as Henry C. Bowen House or as Bowen Cottage, is a historic house built in 1846 located on Route 169 in Woodstock, Connecticut. The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1992. It is described as one of the best-preserved and best-documented Gothic summer houses in the nation, with virtually intact interior decorations. 

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The Schofield Building (previously known as the Euclid Ninth Tower) is a high-rise building in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. The 172-foot (52 m), 14-story building is located at the southwest corner of East 9th Street and Euclid Avenue, adjacent to the Rose Building and the City Club Building in the city’s Historic Gateway District. The top Seven floors of the Building today are residences. The Building was modernized in the 1960’s, on the left, and restored to its original appearance in 2016.

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Adam Schuster House built in 1881 in St. Joseph, MO.

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“Then, of course, you can touch up paintwork, change the internal and external doors for new ones and switch out the furniture for more modern designs. If building an extension, you can use a glass wall to distinguish between the old and new,” Ariane said.

#19

Olde Towne East, Columbus, OH.

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#20

Second Empire” Silas W. Robbins House Wethersfield, CT

The Silas W. Robbins House was built in 1873 for Silas Robbins, an owner of the seed business Johnson, Robbins and Co., in the Wethersfield Historic District in Connecticut. Now operating as a unique Bed & Breakfast, the residence offers two full stories with a mansard roof and dormers creating a unique third floor living space.

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This prominent Beaux-Arts home, built in 1901, was designed by Macon, GA, architect Alexander Blair III for Wallace E. McCaw, president of the soap and oil producing Macon Manufacturing Company. McCaw is credited with creating the vegetable shortening Crisco. The product is so closely associated with the house that legend says the pale yellow brick used on the exterior of the home was meant to mimic blocks of Crisco. The interior of the house had previously been divided into apartments and the goal of the rehabilitation was to bring it back as a single-family home while restoring decorative features that had been lost over time. 

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“What you decide to do really depends on your style and how much of the house’s original character you want to preserve. It’s possible to strip out the character elements and add them back in if you have enough money.”

Ariane told us a bit about matching new furniture to the interior of old homes. She said that she encourages people to choose a core color-and-finish scheme for their house, and revealed to us that hers is white, oak, chrome, and rose gold.

#22

The Gamwell House was designed by architects Longstaff & Black and was built in 1892. It is one of the most distinguished Late Victorian era homes in the area of Bellingham, Washington. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.

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#23

Black Victorian in San Francisco, CA.

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#24

Grand Staircase Of The Marsh Mansion, Built In 1893 And On The Market Earlier This Year For $895,000. The Mansion Is Located In Plainfield, Nj, And Has Been Completely Restored.

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“For instance, if you have oak floorboards as I do, go for oak furniture to match. If you choose most of your furniture to fit into this scheme, the interior will look cohesive and pulled together. You can then add accents in different tones and shades,” she explained. If you’d like to know more about moving, you should definitely check out Ariane’s ultimate advice guide to moving into a new home right over here.

#25

The Migliavacca Mansion built in 1890 in Napa, California, Designed by local architect William H. Corlett

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#26

Overcliff Castle built in 1892 in Yonkers, NY.

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#27

Welcome to this marvel of Sarasota Mid Century architecture. The home was featured in the March/April 2021 issue of Sarasota Magazine. Inspired by the circular design of The Hilton Leech Art Studio 2 miles away, this home has been meticulously renovated from top to bottom. You will immediately be captivated by the front maltese patterned breeze block privacy wall. As you enter the home, you will notice the unique circular floor plan. At the center is the bathroom with an oversized shower/concrete bathtub along with the homes original kidney shaped vanity. As you follow the curvature of the home, you will find the large master bedroom followed by the guest bedroom. A wall was removed to enlarge the master bedroom, but the wall can be installed to reinstate the 2 bedrooms. The circular path will lead you into the newly restored kitchen with vintage appliances. You will notice the large resurfaced circular counter. The circular open floor plan ends at the dining room/ living room. As you walk out the side entrance, the breeze block in the oversized carport provides ventilation on warm summer days. The home is nestled on an oversized corner lot (.35 acre). There is ample space to build a guest house, pool, mother in law suite or detached garage. This home would also serve as a great Airbnb rental. Updates include new roof, new AC, new wood soffits, new fascia, new plumbing, cast iron drains have been lined, new circular wood design in the carport, new 200 amp electrical panel, renovated bathroom, impact windows, vintage front/side door, new landscaping, new exterior paint and programable WIFI LED smart lights installed in the soffits. Every inch of this home has been improved. The home is located 6 miles to Siesta Key Beach, 1 mile to the new extended Legacy Trail (great for biking, walking, rollerblading, walking your pets), 4.5 miles to downtown Sarasota and 8 miles to Lido Key Beach. Come experience Sarasota Mid Century living at its finest!

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While folks over in Manhattan are struggling to keep up with the massively rising rent prices, wealthy Americans are actually holding off from buying as much expensive property as they usually do.

The US saw a 17.8% drop in the sales of luxury homes, from February to the end of April, compared to last year. Meanwhile, the sale of non-luxury homes fell 5.4%. This implies that the very wealthy might look at cheaper buildings to purchase as investments due to the current economic uncertainty. More expensive homes might be left sitting in listings for longer and longer.

#28

A stunning Stone Victorian house just north of Quebec

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#29

Twin Victorians in San Francisco, CA.

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#30

Before and After of Halcyon Hall, Millbrook, NY.
The main building of Bennett College, Halcyon Hall, was built in 1893 by H. J. Davison Jr., a publisher from New York. The 200-room Queen Anne structure was designed by James E. Ware. It has five stories, a basement and sub-basement. Originally built as a luxury hotel, the building became home to Bennett College in 1907 after the hotel failed to catch on. The Bennett campus also included a chapel, stables, dormitories, an outdoor theater, and the Kettering Science Center, a state of the art building completed in late 1972. The cost of constructing the science building (needed to comply with new state science education requirements), along with other campus upgrades, contributed to the school’s bankruptcy.

Halcyon Hall was never reopened and quickly fell into ruin. As of early 2021 the building is still standing.

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#31

Black Victorian home in Rockford, IL.

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The James F. D. Lanier House is more than a testament to the Gilded Age. It is an exuberant celebration. The magnificent Beaux-Arts mansion at 123 East 35th Street, between Park and Lexington Avenues in the historic Manhattan neighborhood of Murray Hill, presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a New York City landmark and a living work of art.

The James F. D. Lanier House stands 33 feet wide, 75 feet deep, and 66 feet tall, with 11,638 square feet of palatial living space across eight levels. One of the city’s largest single-family homes, it is also among the grandest. The brick and limestone mansion was built between 1901 and 1903 for James and Harriet Lanier. The renowned architectural firm Hoppin & Koen designed this house. Another Hoppin & Koen’s notable work is the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Presidential Library in Hyde Park, New York. The James F. D. Lanier House remains one of their finest residential works in New York City.

The original architectural finishes and materials have been meticulously preserved for more than 40 years under the stewardship of the current owner, with thoughtful improvements sensitive to the original design.

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#33

The Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, formerly and commonly referred to as the Château Frontenac, is a historic hotel in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, built in 1892. The hotel is situated in Old Quebec, within the historic district’s Upper Town. The Chateau Frontenac was designed by Bruce Price, and was built by the Canadian Pacific Railway company. The hotel is presently managed by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. Not a house but an amazing building. 

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#34

Historically significant Home with Guest Cottage in the Village of Port Jefferson on Long Island offers a rare glimpse into the life style of famed P. T. Barnum and the spectacular home and barn built for him in 1887. Situated in the desirable “Brick Hill” neighborhood, this location affords views of the Harbor, LI Sound and the Village below. 

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#35

This hidden Estate is referred to as the “Jewel of Escondido” sitting upon a huge sprawling yard with its formal gardens, Wrought Iron Victorian Fence, 15ft Hedges, an Award-winning Arbor and Gazebo adding to the ambience of this Estate. The Queen Anne was built in 1896 by Albert H Beach and through the years it has been very well maintained until Harry Parashis came along and spent over a Decade creating an Estate worthy of Museum Quality. Every item is Period appropriate and reflects what an Estate of 1896 would look like for the Wealthy of its time. Each room was Individual Design by 6 Artesian with Bradbury and Bradbury Wallpaper to capture what had existed in 1896. From the Minton Tile surround the Fireplace, with the inset from the home of General Grant to each light fixture from Grand Estates found across the Country. No expense was too much for Mr. Parashis who invested over 3 million to create this Award winning one of a Kind Victorian. The New Owners have gone to great length to maintain the Integrity of the work that Mr. Parashis Achieved, as well as updating the Security System, 24 station sprinkler system, adding a 100% solar system, upgrading the low voltage outdoor lightning (all LED’s) having the House put on the Mill’s Act, which reduces the Property tax greatly and is transferable to the new owner.

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#36

Queen Anne Style Victorian Built In 1897 In St Clair, Mi

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#37

French second empire style double house in Covington, KY.

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#38

This historic east side home is an exceptional example of a late 19th century English Tudor, masterfully restored and renovated to suit today’s buyers. This home’s original character can still be seen through its stately rooms with ornamental ceilings/moldings, rich woods, and grand natural fireplaces. 

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#39

French second empire style house in Kinderhook, NY

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#40

Built by J.C. and Verona Trube in 1890, the Trube Castle was fashioned after a Danish Castle. It is a prominent Galveston, TX landmark often described as the most unusual building in a city of unusual buildings because of its architecturally imaginative design.

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#41

The Seymour Mansion built in 1861 in Auburn, NY, this mansion sold in 2020 for $50,000. Photos from the listing.

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#42

What do you think of this color?
Victorian house in San Francisco, CA

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#43

Few homes within the city of Portland, Oregon are as iconic as the majestic Johan Poulsen House. For well over 120 years, this grand Queen Anne Victorian structure has overlooked the Willamette River and downtown Portland. The 50-foot turret with curved glass is a familiar sight to commuters on the Ross Island Bridge. Built in 1892, the home is a lasting symbol of the Poulsen family’s success in the lumber industry.

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The Hume House is a house located at 472 West Webster Avenue in Muskegon, Michigan. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and is now part of the Hackley and Hume Historic Sites, and is open to the public. 

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#45

Built in 1923 this historic home is known to be the second deeded home and only one of two rock houses left in Yankeetown.

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#46

 

The California Governor’s Mansion is the official residence of the Governor of California, located in Sacramento, the capital of California. Built in 1877, the estate was purchased by the Californian government in 1903 and has served as the executive residence for 14 governors since. Since 1967, the mansion has been managed by California State Parks as the Governor’s Mansion State Historic Park. The mansion was not occupied by governors between 1967 and 2015 and is again unoccupied since 2019.

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#47

Sinjter House built in 1876 in Quincy, IL

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#48

5501 Elgin St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
$3,280,000, 8 bd, 5 ba, 9,286 sqft

A once in a lifetime opportunity presents itself to own the fully updated Alexander King Estate Baywood for your personal residence and become part of it’s famed history. Set on an unprecedented 1.8-acre property and surrounded by five acres of lush, protected parkland. 

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#49

Hidden staircase in a 19th century Victorian home leading to a secret room.

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#50

Edwin Hall House also known as “The Pink House” built in 1868 in Wellsville, NY

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#51

Kitchen with leaded glass cabinet doors in a Victorian home built in 1882 designed by Rachel Reider in Southport, CT

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#52

The Ransom Gillis House is a historic home located at 205 Alfred Street (formerly 63 Alfred prior to renumbering) in Midtown Detroit, Michigan, within the Brush Park district. It was designed by Henry T. Brush and George D. Mason and built between 1876 and 1878. The structure, unoccupied since the mid-1960s, was “mothballed” by the City of Detroit in 2005/2006, in hopes of restoration in the future. On November 1, 2015, the completely refurbished home opened its doors to the public after a thorough renovation in a joint project between HGTV, Rehab Addict Nicole Curtis and Detroit-based mortgage lender Quicken Loans. The project resulted in an eight-part special that aired on HGTV.

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#53

The Marsh Mansion in Plainfield, NJ, on the market last year for $895,000.

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#54

615 Columbia St, Elmira, NY 14901
$99,900!
10 bed, 4 bath, 8,284 sqft, 0.47 acre lot, Built in 1876!

The Castle! Truly amazing Mansard style mansion with gothic influences. This property is a whopping 41 rooms! Incredible woodwork. Multiple fireplaces. Some original light fixtures. Stunning stained glass. Massive open curved staircase. Restoration has begun. New electric service has been added. Newer rubber roof. 2 High energy efficient boilers. Some rooms have been gutted and are ready for drywall. Many rooms retain there original character. All of this on a large lot with a massive barn. Home is not currently habitable. Barn in rough condition and will not be accessible.

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#55

Before and After of Hillside, also known as the Julian Price House, a historic mansion located in the Fisher Park neighborhood of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina. It was designed by architect Charles C. Hartmann and built in 1929 for the businessman Julian Price.

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#56

Ornate radiator in a Victorian House with a built in plate warmer

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#57

Wxquisite Georgian Revival mansion in the Highlands. This Robert Marshall House, circa 1901 is known for its untouched, pristine condition.

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#58

210 Oakwood Pl, Eau Claire, Wi 54701$749,900, 5 Bd, 3 Ba, 5,073 Sqft, Built In 1894!”simply Stunning” Describes This 5073 S.f. Home! This Stately Historical Beauty Sits On An Outstanding Lot & Has Been Extensively Renovated With So Much New,yet Still The Charm Of Yesteryear. 

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#59

Texas’ most beautiful and historic castle-turned-boutique-hotel, once a private residence and currently used as a wedding and events venue. The limestone structure abides Richardson Romanesque Revival architecture, offering sixteen rooms and nine fireplaces throughout four stories, in addition to a brick carriage house with apartment living quarters. Situated on one lush, treed acre at the periphery of San Antonio’s ongoing rejuvenation near Broadway, it’s just over a half-mile to The Pearl and northeast of Downtown. 

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#60

5211 Washington Pl, Saint Louis, Mo 63108$699,000, 4 Bd, 4 Ba, 5,900 Sqftnspired By The Glorious Chateaus Of France, 5211 Washington Place Is A Sophisticated And Luxurious Retreat That Reflects That Magical Merging Of Inspiration And Beaux-Arts Architecture. Built In 1897, The Estate Is A Masterpiece Of Design And Craftsmanship Featuring Onyx Fireplace Surrounds.

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#61

Colonial Apartments, Detroit, MI, undergoing renovation in 2019, this project is now complete.

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#62

Before and after of the Grand Staircase of Selma Mansion, in Virginia. 2016 and 2020. The house, built in 1902, was abandoned for at least a decade before the current owners purchased and took on the multi-year renovation.

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#63

 

The Wedding Cake House (formally known as the Kendrick-Prentice-Tirocchi house), is a three-story historic house located at 514 Broadway Street in the Broadway-Armory Historic District of Providence, Rhode Island. Built in 1867 and occupied continuously until 1989, its contents were the subject of a 2001 exhibit at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum. It has had a variety of restoration work conducted since 2011. 

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#64

197 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, Ri 0284029 Beds, 7.64 Acres, 18 Baths, 1 1/2 Baths, 43,772 Sqfthistoric “seaview Terrace” Is Perched Atop Nearly Eight Acres Of Seaside Property Along Newport’s Famed Cliff Walk.

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#65

Castle House built in 1872 in Stillwater, MN.

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#66

Greylock Mansion is a 25 room 16,500 sq ft, 8 bedroom, 4 full and 4 half bathroom mansion that sits on 7 acres of beautiful land bordering the 1,800 acres of Wissahickon Valley Park. The tree lined winding driveway leads to a grand circle and covered entrance of this stone masterpiece originally built in 1909 by steel magnate Henry A. Laughlin.

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#67

5327 Us Highway 41 S, Macon, GA 31210
$45,250,000, 7 bd, 10 ba, 13,500 sqft

Established in 1873, The Great Hill Plantation offers 329+/- acres of rolling lawns, dense woodlands, shaded groves, formal gardens and a picturesque lake. 

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#68

Historic mansion in Mobile, AL

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#69

297 Mill Hill Rd, Mill Neck, NY 11765$27,000,000, 9 Bd, 14 Bawychwood Is Situated On The Second Highest Elevation On Long Island, With Sweeping Views Overlooking Oyster Bay Harbor, Cove Neck, Centre Island And Lloyd Harbor. It Is Located On Approximately 13 Acres In The Incorporated Village Of Mill Neck. Designed By Henry Corse, The Mansion Was Completed In 1937 And Was One Of The Last Great Estates Constructed During The Gilded Era. 

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#70

Portland’s Historic Annand-Loomis House restored to the original beauty of its Georgian-Colonial Revival style.

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#71

 

The Conrad-Caldwell house is the residential masterpiece of the long-lived Louisville architectural firm of C. J. Clarke & Arthur Loomis. Theophilus Conrad, tannery owner, built this home in the Richardsonian Romanesque style between 1893 and 1895.

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#72

61 Crows Nest Rd, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987$6,200,000, 22 Bd, 19 Ba, 20,000 Sqfton Top Of A Scenic Mountain With Nearby Lakes And Within Beautiful Gate-Guarded Tuxedo Park, The” Loomis Lab” Is A Three Story Stone And Timbered Mansion Built In 1901 For Spencer Trask, Philanthropist And Founder Of Art Colony Yaddo.

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#73

w3505 Snake Rd, Lake Geneva, Wi 53147$39,250,000, 13 Bed, 10.5+ Bath, 14,145 Sqft, 40.07acre Lotonce In A Great While, A Property Is Presented To The Market That Is So Known, So Revered, So Celebrated, That No Superlative Description Is Required.

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#74

The Wetherill Estate, Built in 1895 by Famous Architect Stanford White, Who Built the Rose Clift Manor in Newport, RI and Architectural Gems like The Washington Square Arch in Manhattan. This Estate Offers Breathtaking Views of the Harbor. This Estate Has 16 Bedrooms, 6.5 Baths and is Situated on 3.75 Acres in St James, NY. This property was on the market earlier this year for $1.2 Million

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#75

Grand Staircase Of The Marble House, Built In 1892 In Newport, Ri, Photo By @privatenewport

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#76

199 2nd St, Troy, NY 12180$1,195,000, 12 Bd, 6 Baviral Sensation Green House Mansion Is A Free-Standing 12 Br, 6 Ba Victorian Brownstone That Sits On A Triple-Wide Lot Along Historic Downtown Troy’s Most Desirable Street And Block. 

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#77

Before And After Of The Braselton House Built In 1909 In Braselton, Ga, Photo By @oldgeorgiahomes

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#78

Victorian House in a historic district of Muncie, IN, all decorated for Halloween.

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#79

 

Known as the “world’s largest log cabin,” the Forestry Building in Portland, OR, was constructed as part of Portland’s Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition of 1905. The cabin was an enormous structure, measuring 206 feet long (62m), 102 feet wide (31m) and 72 feet high (22 meters, approximately 7 stories). A full million board feet of lumber went into it. On August 17, 1964, the Forestry Building’s caretaker locked up for the night and within 45 minutes neighbors were noticing that something was wrong. The whole building was on fire, and when the fire crews arrived it was clear that there was nothing they could do.

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#80

7500 Ironwood Ln, Warrenton, Va 20186$29,950,000, 23 Bd, 16 Ba, 25,939 Sqftunparalleled In Its Beauty And Charm, This Historic, Circa 1776, 1,471 Acre Virginia Estate Is Surrounded By Breathtaking Rural Countryside, Yet Is Less Than One Hour To Our Nation S Capital And 45 Minutes To Dulles International Airport.

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#81

2744 Kingsbridge Ter, Bronx, NY 10463$1,799,999, 11 Bd, 5 Ba, 4,091 Sqftwelcome To The Historic Castle Of Kingsbridge Built By The Same Architect Of The Renowned Bailey House. This 5-Story Stucco & Stone Victorian Triplex Features Over 28 Rooms, 11 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms, 7 Fireplaces, 4 Balcony Decks, An Attached 2-Car Garage With Vaulted Ceilings & More! Unit 1 Is A 4-Bed, 2-Bath On Floors 1 & 2. Unit 2 Is A 3-Bed, 1-Bath On Floor 3. Unit 3 Is A 4-Bed, 2-Bath On Floors 4-5 With An Observatory.

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#82

Pink Victorian House In Cape May, Nj, Photo By @apetiteplanet

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#83

114 Woodland Cir, Jackson, Ms 39216$1,475,000, 6 Bd, 8 Ba, 7,542 Sqftone Of Jackson’s Most Iconic Properties, “The Castle” As It Is Known By Many, Is Architecturally Significant As One Of The Best Examples Of Tudor Revival Residential Architecture In Mississippi. Memphis Architect J. Frazier Smith Studied In England In The 1920’s And Was Heavily Influenced By English Tudor Design. When He Returned Home He Was Inspired To Design A Home To Reflect What He’d Seen Abroad.

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#84

Prepare to be wowed by this Berkeley Victorian’s transformation into a sleek, modern abode. The juxtaposition of ultra-contemporary interior design + restored vintage elements enjoy a happy marriage in this Poet’s Corner home just steps from beloved Strawberry Creek Park. Originally built in 1898 and completely renovated from the foundation up since 2016. There is space for everyone with 4 bedrooms, a flex space, 3 full bathrooms, and an easy flow from the living to dining areas and into the dream kitchen featuring Wolf, Sub Zero, and Bosch appliances. The back of the home opens to an enviable low maintenance backyard with an outdoor soaking tub + uber cool play structure. The bedrooms are spacious and all 3 bathrooms are beyond well equipped. The primary suite is a perfect retreat with its marble bath + walk-in closet. Around every corner you’ll find insta-worthy lighting, wallcoverings, + finishes. Visiting this house is a special event but calling it home will be an everlasting joy.

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#85

Before and after of the grand staircase in the Steele Mansion in Painesville, Ohio

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#86

534 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, Mn 55102$2,375,000, 7 Bd, 8 Ba, 8,316 Sqftan Eclectic English Country Manor House, With Architectural Influences Spanning The Arts & Crafts, Storybook And Victorian Styles.

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#87

123 Reeder St, Easton, Pa 18042$899,000, 6 Bd, 6 Bajewel In The Rough, Crowning College Hill! Peacefully Sitting At The Edge Of Chestnut Ridge Overlooking The Delaware River This Circa 1900 Colonial Revival Beauty Maintains A Graceful Stature In The Community Of The College Hill Residential Historic District. Conceived As A Grand Single Family Home The Property Retains Many Original Architectural Details Throughout The Respectful Conversion To A Multifamily Residence.

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#88

901 Colonial Ave, Norfolk, Va 23507$650,000, 7 Bd, 5 Ba, 4,710 Sqftimpressive Victorian Situated On Corner Lot In Historic Ghent. A History Lover’s Dream.

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#89

The Ropes Mansion (Late 1720s), Also Called Ropes Memorial, Is A Georgian Colonial Mansion Located At 318 Essex Street, Located In The Mcintire Historic District In Salem, Massachusetts. It Is Now Operated By The Peabody Essex Museum And Open To The Public.the House Was Built For Samuel Barnard, A Merchant. In 1768, Judge Nathaniel Ropes, Jr., Purchased The House From Barnard’s Nephew. The Ropes Family Then Inhabited The House Until 1907, When The House Was Given To The Trustees Of The Ropes Memorial For Public Benefit.although Altered Through The Years And Then Restored, The House Looks Much Like Its Original Form, With A Symmetrical Facade Of Two Stories, Three Small Pedimented Gables Through The Roof, Roof Balustrade, And Modillioned Cornice. It Was Featured In The 1993 @disney Film “hocus Pocus” Photo By @kjp

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#90

25 Tower Hill Loop, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987$5,995,000, 12 Bd, 9 Ba, 12,391 Sqftlisting By: Tuxedo Hudson Realty Corpfrancine G Liza1899 William A. Bates Designed Stone And Timber Tudor, Sited On The Top Of Tower Hill With Sweeping Mountain And Sunset Views. 

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#91

933 Milledge Rd, Augusta, Ga 30904$1,450,000, 8 Bd, 6 Ba, 7,476 Sqftthe Home Of Harris Clay. Hidden Behind A Wall Of Lush Greenery For Decades, One Of Augusta’s Finest Properties Is Now Available For Sale. This 3+ Acres Estate, Having Once Encompassed The Entire Block, Now Rests Quietly As One Of Milledge Road’s Last Great Mansions Ready For Restoration. The Home And Grounds Have A Rich History Of Their Own, And Were Known To Regularly Host President William Howard Taft On His Visits To Augusta, As He Was A Good Friend Of The Family.

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#92

Victorian House On Main St, Sag Harbour, NY, Photo By @skaufman4050

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#93

$1,300,000, 8 bd, 6 ba, 7,476 sqft

The Home of Harris Clay. Hidden behind a wall of lush greenery for decades, one of Augusta’s finest properties. This 3+ acres estate, having once encompassed the entire block, now rests quietly as one of Milledge Road’s last great mansions ready for restoration. 

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#94

The John Paine Mansion, Aka “the Castle,” Was Built In 1896 As The “grandest House In Troy.” A Gilded Age Masterpiece, It Has Served As A Private Residence, A College Administrative Building, A Movie Set, And (Believe It Or Not!) A Fraternity House. For The First Time Ever, The Paine Mansion Is Available For You To See In All Its Glory. Photos And Text From Their Website: Painecastle.com

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#95

1325 Lamar Ave, Memphis, Tn, 38104$4,250,000, 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 6.9 Acres, Built In 1850!built In 1850, The Magnificently Restored Annesdale Mansion And Surrounding City Block Of 7 Acres Showcases A Splendor And Charm Unlike Any Other.

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#96

330 S Rocky River Dr, Berea, Oh 44017$750,000, 5 Bd, 3 Ba, 5,692 Sqftmost Homes On The Market Don’t Have 150 Years Of History. This One Does. Sitting On 1.5 Acres, This 5,400 Square Foot Berea Mansion Has Seen Prohibition Bootlegging, Rifle Fire In The Basement, Locally Famous Window Graffiti From Its Original Owner, A Substantial Fire On The Upper Level And Ivy That Was Brought In From George Washington’s Virginia Estate. Situated On The Cleveland Metroparks, This Luxurious Mansion Is Certainly One Of The Biggest, Most Impressive Homes In Berea And The Surrounding Area.

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