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Sold. Wow! Wow! Wow! The ceilings! The details! Circa 1883. One acre in Georgia. $449,000

July 11, 2018

This sure could be a stunner of a house! Those ceilings are amazing! So many details. The Foster-Thomason-Miller house was built in 1883. Located on one acre in Madison, Georgia. It was completely restored in 1986. In 1986 they received the Georgia Trust State Preservation Award. Unfortunately there was a fire in 2001. There is smoke and water damage from the fire. Five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 5,964 square feet. $449,000

From the Zillow listing:

 

A truly rare opportunity to own and restore one of Georgia’s architectural and historical treasures, The Foster-Thomason-Miller House in Madison is an excellent example of the American Aesthetic Movement with elements of Queen Anne, Italianate, & Gothic Revival styles. Built in 1883 and completely restored in 1986 it received the 1986 Georgia Trust State Preservation Award. A treasure trove of detail, the interior elements include extensive and original wood carvings, 8 spectacular mantels, 14 ft ceilings, cabinetry, and numerous motifs and symbols of the Aesthetic Movement. Damaged by fire in 2001, the main building suffered primarily smoke and water damage and will require significant restoration work.

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