Historic House Listings

The church bell still works! Church transformation! Circa 1887 in Mississippi. $57,500

December 9, 2020

Seems like a really great price for this brick former church! The Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church was built in 1887. It is located on .5 acres in Gloster, Mississippi. The current owner transformed it into a two bedroom residence. The sanctuary was converted into the dining and living room. And the church bell still works! Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 3,559 square feet. $57,500

Contact Don Jackson with Latter & Blum: 866-794-1022

From the Zillow listing:

 

Located in Downtown Gloster, this property was originally the Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church. It has a great history dating back to 1887. The current owner has converted the 3,559. sq ft property into a 2 bedroom (each being 20X20 sq foot) and 1.5 bath, dining and living area. This property has plenty of potential. The former sanctuary has been converted into a dining and living area. This property can be a home, studio apartment, community center, meeting hall or could easily be converted back to a church. Do you love to entertain? The outside patio and deck are just the spot. The semi fenced in yard even has a shed for storage. The possibilities are limitless.. Yes, This property is within walking distance to the grocery store and other downtown businesses. Granted, this property is unique and would love to have an owner with a unique vision. Oh, and by the way, the church bell still works.

 

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