Historic House Listings

This has character! Circa 1871 in Michigan. $299,900

January 4, 2026

This house has character! Loving the exterior details! The house was built in 1871. It is located on .35 acre in Romeo, Michigan. The house features a wrap around front porch, original wood floors, baseboards, arched entryway, exposed brick in the kitchen, vaulted ceiling, claw foot tub and built-in. The backyard is fenced with a large patio and a detached two car garage. Three bedrooms, one bathroom and 1,902 square feet. $299,900

Contact Michael Mason with The Agency Hall and Hunter: 248-762-5180

From the Zillow listing:

 

Now is your chance to be a part of the iconic “Terror on Tillson,” Romeo’s famed Halloween street! Welcome home to the “Tillson Apothecary” – Built in 1871, this historic Victorian home is filled with authentic character inside & out, just waiting for your final touches and updates. Inside, an open-concept layout includes living room, dining room, and eat-in-kitchen. Gorgeous original details include solid double arch-top doors between the living room & front library (currently used as bedroom), built-in cabinetry in the dining room, exposed brick details, original moldings, stained woodwork, hardwood floors, & more. Kitchen expansion features cathedral ceiling with hand-crafted wood truss-style beams, console sink, leaded glass windows, brick range enclosure, stainless steel appliances, staggered-height upper cabinets with display shelves, butcher-block countertops, and peninsula snack-bar that seats 3-4 barstools. Main floor also includes “Flex Room” that can be used as 4th bedroom, den/family room, home office, etc. Laundry is located on main floor along with full bath with clawfoot tub (note: separate corner shower was removed but plumbing is in place to add back). Upstairs, 3 additional bedrooms complete the home. Small 2nd floor bedroom could be reimagined into 2nd full bath. Outside, a covered rear porch overlooks the expansive side & rear fenced yards. Other exterior details include original gingerbread trim on porches and gables, window pediment details, beautiful stone foundation, and real wood louvered shutters. Large garage/2-story barn provides ample space for hobbies and storage. Boiler replaced in 2024. Sale includes all kitchen & laundry appliances as well as AC units. Home sold in as-is condition.

 

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