This deal of the day sure seems like a lot of house for the money. It is known as the Kesterson House. It was built by John Kesterson, a horse breeder and freighter. The house was built in 1878. It is located on .52 acre in Fairbury, Nebraska. The house features wrought iron fencing, a covered front porch, stained glass, tall ceilings, pocket doors, a wonderful stove, chair rails, baseboards, bay windows and vintage light fixtures. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms and 3,174 square feet. $185,000
Contact Jayne Kracke with Keller Williams: 402-806-0555
From the Zillow listing:
This house is a two-story, Italianate home named after a successful horse-breeder, freighter, & prominent early Fairbury businessman, John C. Kesterson. Built in 1879, this home has been lived in through the years and still has great bones and many historical details. There is plenty of room on the main floor and 4+ bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs. Outside, enjoy the large, fenced yard, 2-stall detached garage and outbuilding all on a half-acre, corner lot. These grand homes do not come up often. If you’ve been looking for a historic property to restore, invest in, or make your own, this is your opportunity. Schedule your private showing today and imagine the possibilities!
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