c.1874 Victorian Fixer Upper w/ Tower in Dunkirk, NY Under $33K ~ Off Market
February 20, 2021
501 Deer St, Dunkirk, NY 1404
501 Deer St, Dunkirk, NY 1404 $32,500 Off Market
c.1874 Fixer Upper in Dunkirk, NY Under $33K
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This was the home of Dr. William Jerome Cronyn (1848-1918), known locally as the Beetlejuice House. Dr. Cronyn, born in Ontario, was of Irish descent. He served in the US Civil War as a surgeon for the Navy, and in 1870 moved to Dunkirk after studying medicine. He was a prominent physician there for 20+ years. In the 1890s he moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin where, in 1893, he married the “handsome and accomplished” Caroline Levara “Carrie” Cate Cronyn (1864-1944), eldest daughter of Judge G.W. Cate.
It is such a pity that this wonderful home and carriage house has been treated so poorly over the years since the good doctor lived here. Let’s hope someone rescues and preserves what’s left.
c.1874 Fixer Upper in Dunkirk, NY Under $33K
If you are up for a project, this home could be brought back to life with some imagination and muscle! Built in 1874, this was once a beautiful home on the corner of Deer street. It is currently a 2 unit but could be converted to a single family home. All buyers must submit plans to the city of Dunkirk to be approved and be willing to work with the city to satisfy code violations. This home is not habitable as it stands and will need a roof, electric and plumbing work to name a few. There is a 2 car garage but will need to be demolished or the foundation fixed. This home is over 4200 sq feet and has a ton of character and potential! The upper unit has 4 bedrooms and the lower has 3. There is also a finished room in the attic and a few vintage fireplaces inside as well. Bring your imagination while touring this home. Cash only offers.
2 Comments
Sharon Cronin Loyd
Wonder if this is a relative….I LOVE this house!
Frances Welte
Those stairs; both beautiful and hazardous. The double railing at the bottom makes sense but is also needed as the stairs make the upper curve, as the steps are wide on the side where there is no rail and narrow on the rail side. I have never seen stairs quite like these which makes them all the more interesting.