Historic House Listings

THIS!! Living room was the town’s post office! Circa, 1903. 13 acres in Virginia. $295,000

June 5, 2018

So much history! The living room was the town’s original post office and general store! Still has the old mail slot. Built in 1903 in Powhatan, Virginia. Located on 13.56 acres. Was last used as a hydroponic greenhouse farm. The greenhouse was removed, but a building with a freezer still stands. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 2,376 square feet. $295,000

From the Zillow listing:

 

A Must See Home with So Much History. You will Fall in Love with the Many Positive Vibes found at this Property!! Built in 1903 with an attached 19′ x 27′ Family Room that was the original Family’s Local Country Store and the Trenholm Post Office. The Original Mail Slot is still intact. Additionally, the owner is selling an adjoining 10.35 acre parcel of land that was last used as a hydroponic greenhouse farm. This parcel has road frontage on Trenholm and Derwent Roads each with 10′ or 12′ gates. The Greenhouse has been removed, however building with a built-in freezer are still on the property. It has a separate well and electricity. A large section of this property is cleared and is perfect as pasture for horses or other animals. Much of the property is fenced. There’s a large barn with stalls for horses. The current owner has taken great care of the beautiful bones in this home. There’s 200 Amp Electric Service, most windows have been replaced, the entire outside of this Home and Metal Roof were sealed and repainted in May 2017. The hardwood floors need refinishing and the kitchen updating which is why this property is priced so well. 4 Porches, Both Baths Remodeled.

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