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c.1900 Fixer Upper Queen Anne Cottage in Newton, IL $35K – Save This Old House
August 23, 2021
503 S Lafayette St, Newton, IL 62448 $35,000
Fixer Upper Queen Anne
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This c.1900 Queen Anne cottage is a fixer upper with so many original elements to enjoy. The round porch and catty-cornered front door with colonnade entrance are unique features. Hardwood floors, stunning mantel, pocket doors, stained glass and floor-to-ceiling built-in are additional, wonderful details.
When this house was built, Lafayette Street homes were primarily owned by civil servants and other white collar workers. Although I could not decipher the original owners of 503 S. Lafayette, Norman Benefiel, an Illinois state representative, grew up a few houses down from our featured home.
Looking for a do it yourself project with unbelievable potential? This turn of the century home is waiting just for you! It has 2073 square feet of living area that has potential for 4 bedrooms and 1 full bath. All original wood work and hardwood floors throughout. There are no utilities on this property. Selling AS IS .
