Historic House Listings

OMG! Old ghost town mercantile and blacksmith shop! Circa 1895 in Arizona. $1,200,000

August 19, 2024

OMG! This would be so cool to own! An old ghost town mercantile and a blacksmith shop! The Old Pearce Mercantile was built in 1895. It is located on .64 acre in Pearce, Arizona. Love the old blacksmith shop with the buggies! There is a large courtyard area. Pearce, Arizona is at 4,500 feet elevation with mild temperatures. So many possibilities for this. That price though! One bedroom, three bathrooms and 3,882 square feet. $1,200,000

Contact Patricia Nyberg with Realty One Group Integrity: 520-507-2903

From the Zillow listing:

 

As seen on Good Morning Arizona and multiple news outlets including the New York Post, welcome to the Old Pearce Mercantile. This is a RARE opportunity to own your own museum! Step back in time to the turn of the century Wild West Ghost Town of Pearce Arizona.The Old Pearce Store, as it is fondly known as, is the tallest adobe building in Cochise County. This pristine, ”One of a Kind” property, registered in the National Register of Historic Places, has been extensively renovated inside and out, returning it to it’s original glory with modern day conveniences. Following careful planning to preserve it’s integrity and using materials to match the period, the restoration was completed in 2019. ADT security system in place. Quaint living quarters in the rear of the store complete with period pieces and fixtures. All entries and bathrooms are designed for easy accessibility. The exterior courtyard leads to a working blacksmith shop, multiple storage areas, buggy garages, and ramada. Newly installed iron fencing, gates, and a brick courtyard define the outdoor living spaces. You’ll enjoy the high desert climate relaxing out back on the new private bricked patio accessible off the living room. Master crafted ironwork encloses the north patio off the Pearce Road entryway to the living quarters. Over 130′ of sidewalk, concrete landings and water well upgrades and extensive dirt work have recently been completed in 2023. This property is certainly a “special find” with endless possibilities: Tourism & history center, B&B, wine tasting room, wedding and special event venue or all of the above! You dream it! At 4500 ft elevation with mild year round climate, Pearce is a perfect getaway and rejuvenation destination.

 

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