Historic House Listings

Sold. Those floors! Circa 1850 in Connecticut. $299,900

March 31, 2019

Those floors are gorgeous! This home was originally built in 1850. In 1970 the home was rebuilt using the original beams, the massive hearth, and the wide planked hand pegged floors. This home is built in Bridgeport, Connecticut. There is a large deck overlooking the back yard. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 2,079 square feet. $299,900

From the Zillow listing:

 

Updated, 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath historic gambrel Colonial rebuilt in 1970’s with original beams, reconstructed massive hearth, custom wide plank hand pegged pine floors, and many custom built-ins. Formal dining room with chandelier. Front-to-back living room with two window seats plus wood burning fireplace. Large eat-in kitchen with granite counters, gas range, stainless steel side-by-side refrigerator, laundry alcove with washer and dryer, and deck overlooking backyard. Level backyard with shed. Master bedroom with walk in closet. Only the four corners of the original structure remain. It was completely reconstructed in the 1970’s from the concrete foundation up. 9+ ceilings. Off street tandem parking. Sold “as is.” Short sale.

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