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Historic Wall-Cardwell House, Circa 1856. Two acres in North Carolina. $159,500

August 18, 2019

Sure wish someone would buy this one and restore it! Such a great house with Thomas Day woodwork inside! The Wall-Cardwell house was built in 1856. It is located on two acres in Mayodan, North Carolina. Look at the size of those columns on the front porch! Original heart pine flooring, mantels and other trim. The staircase bannister, newel post and mantels are attributed to master craftsman, Thomas Day. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 2,750 square feet. $159,500

From the Zillow listing:

 

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN HISTORIC WALL-CARDWELL HOUSE. This Greek-Revival 2-story plantation home was built in 1856. Massive columns made of curved brick and white masonry. Gorgeous 2 acres of land, Heirloom English boxwoods. Ideal location with lots of potential. Large rooms, heart-pine wood flooring, interior mantels & moldings that have been attributed to NC Mastercraftsman Thomas Day. Beautiful stair case, covered porches, tall ceilings, screen porch. Home needs updating. Only $159,500.MORE PHOTOS SOON

 

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