c.1891 Fixer Upper w/Gorgeous Woodwork + Stained Glass in Laurens Iowa Under $50K ~ Off Market

417 N 1st St, Laurens, IA 50554 $49,500 Off Market

OHU50K NOTES

It appears the owner of this fixer upper worked on the interior first, and left the exterior for the next owner. Beautiful woodwork, stained glass, pocket doors, hardware and hardwood floors grace the c.1891 home. The interior looks great for its age. In fact, the house was built just 10 years after Laurens was platted. So much could have been altered in all those years, so the house is lucky that it fell into good hands for so long.

I would like to see the window in the tower and gable of this fixer upper. And what is that black area at the base of the tower? The imbricated shingles and butt bay add appeal, but the iron post trellis has to go. It would be great if the new buyer could find an old photo of the home to restore it to its original beauty.

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*4 bedrooms
*2 baths
*2,786 sq ft
*0.55 acre
*Build date 1891
*Google Map
*Property Listing
*Realtor: Exit Realty Midwest

REALTOR COMMENTS

Fixer upper. This piece of Laurens history can be yours, showcasing amazing craftsmanship you can only find in homes of this vintage.

Step through the original 7’ stained glass front door to see the grand oak staircase. This four bedroom, two bath folk Victorian home has original ornate woodwork including pocket doors, window benches, and 1” oak flooring in the entry, sitting room, living room, dining room. A butler-style swinging door leads to the kitchen, double oak doors lead to the dining room, and there is a servants staircase leading to the second floor. Kitchen is updated, a newer ¾ bath, and a family room with wood-burning fireplace and laundry complete the main floor.

Upstairs you will find four bedrooms and a full bath. All this, plus a huge yard of over half an acre with a beautiful area for gardening. Put your restoration skills to good use in making this home a beauty for years to come.