The former Jefferson County Poor Farm. What was a poor farm? They were publicly funded institutions that existed throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States. It served as a place where people who were unable to support themselves, like elderly, disabled, widowed, orphaned or destitute, could live and work in exchange for shelter, food and basic care. This structure was built in 1904. It is located on 4.08 acres in Oskaloosa, Kansas. It clearly needs more work, but someone has put a lot of effort and money into this. Three bedrooms, three bathrooms and 4,962 square feet. $375,000
Contact Stephanie Gordon with RE/MAX State Line: 785-218-0406
From the Zillow listing:
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS!! Come put your own design and dreams into this home that was once known as the Jefferson County Poor Farm. Back in the day you could live and work there to earn your keep. Then in the latter years it became an elite retirement center. Main level has 11 foot ceilings, upstairs and basement have 9 foot ceilings and loads of daylight streaming in. There is a old kitchen, one bath and a living room that has not been renovated but currently being used to store the items for reno for the home. Much of the original wood trim and doors remain. Working Dum-waiter. Majority of the home has new sheetrock in place and some nice renovations have been happening. All new windows. Brand new septic tank and newer lateral fields (8 to 10 years old). This home could be a showstopper with some of the beauty and character of the past mixed in. HOME WILL CONTINUE TO BE RENOVATED AND PRICE WILL GO UP ACCORDINGLY. You can purchase the home as is or the general contractor is for hire to help continue the work on the home if you so desire. All items in house for the renovation such as the bathtub, sinks, toilets, insulation, etc. remain with the home unless the buyer does not want them and contractor will take with him. If the county would allow it could be a beautiful wedding venue, or bed and breakfast, endless possibilities. Buyer would need to check with county to determine that. Acreage has open areas with views and has some wooded areas too. No gravel roads and a beautiful drive. Construction loan or cash is necessary for purchase. Schedule your showing today!
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