Take a look inside “The Market Street Cottage”. A true Victorian interior. The Market Street Cottage was built in 1884. It is located in Wichita, Kansas. The house features a covered front porch, wood floors, original fretwork, pressed tin ceiling, baseboards, crown moulding, french doors, beautiful butler’s pantry and an updated kitchen. There is a basement. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 2,066 square feet. $199,000
Contact Heather Knapp with Bricktown Realty: 316-519-2010
From the Zillow listing:
Step Back in Time with Modern Comforts at “The Market Street Cottage” This beautifully preserved 1884 Victorian home, proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places, captures the elegance of a bygone era while offering modern-day updates throughout. The owners have taken great care to preserve its historic integrity, thoughtfully blending restoration with functionality. Recent improvements in 2017 include a 2 car garage, completely update electrical wiring, and new ceilings upstairs. The rebuilt staircase, approved by the historic registry, showcases craftsmanship true to the home’s original design. Updates continue with new flooring in the kitchen and bedrooms, a remodeled main floor bath featuring original fixtures, and an additional new bath and laundry area off the main bedroom. Historic character shines through lighting fixtures—restored when the electrical was completed—as well as updated window ropes and weights to preserve authenticity. Modern upgrades include a whole-house humidifier, main floor HVAC with separate top-level heat pump controls, and convenient laundry both upstairs and in the basement. This remarkable property stands as a rare opportunity to own a piece of history—where timeless Victorian beauty meets the comforts of today.
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