340 State St, Lyons, NE, 68038 $26,000 OHU50K NOTES This foreclosure sits on a corner lot in the small town of Lyons, Nebraska (pop.851). The exterior of the home has its appeal. The interior needs work, nut note the natural woodwork, beadboard ceiling and original lighting fixture. Per Wikipedia: Lyons was founded in 1880 by…
650 Main St, Ruskin, NE, 68974 $48,000 OHU50K NOTES This c.1900 Queen Anne Victorian was built in 1900 in the tiny town of Ruskin, Nebraska (pop. 123). It is another one of those agrarian communities, just a few blocks square, surrounded by miles and miles of farmland. The home could be stunning. I never…
501 N C St, Edgar, NE, 68935 $48,000 OHU50K NOTES This old Italianate sits on a large corner lot in Edgar, Nebraska (pop. 498). I am always attracted to weathered siding and belvederes (aka cupola), but this old house intrigued me because of its folk Victorian style second floor porch balustrade. Town History Edgar…
703 Big Horn Ave, Alliance, NE, 69301 $64,900 OHU50K NOTES Located on a corner lot in Alliance, Nebraska (pop. 8,491), this c.1905 fixer upper Craftsman needs significant work but could be a true beauty. Stained glass, natural woodwork, built-ins, fireplace and stunning staircase are waiting for a loving hand. 6bed 2bath 2,428sqft Build date 1905…
71700 636 Ave, Humboldt, NE, 68376 $20,000 House To Be Moved OHU50K NOTES House to be moved. Although I think homes that need to be moved should be free, at least the owners are offering this grand ole gal a potential pardon. She was once the pride and joy of a successful farmer and his…
505 N Chestnut St, Red Cloud, NE, 68970 $95,000 OHU50K NOTES Nothing makes me happier than a yellow house with white trim, even if the trim does need a paint job. This c.1908 handyman special Queen Anne is located in Red Cloud, Nebraska (pop. 1,020). In addition to the trim, the bathrooms need TLC, but…
520 Logan Ave, Lyons, NE 68038 $74,900 OHU50K NOTES The listing agent states that this c.1915 move-in ready home was built by Waldo Lyon, the founder of the town, as a wedding gift for his daughter. Founder Waldo Lyon died in 1884, however, so it makes sense that the home was actually built by his son, Waldo H…
408 S 1st St, Council Bluffs, NE 51503 $42,500 Pending OHU50K NOTES This sweet little foreclosure isn’t little at all. The c.1920 home actually boasts five bedrooms and two baths. Hardwood floors and some beautiful trim also graces the home. 5bed 2bath 2,748sqft 0.3acre lot Build date 1920 Google Map Property Listing Realtor:…
305 E 2nd St, Crookston, NE 69212 $29,500 OHU50K NOTES Save this old house. I am attracted to abandoned buildings, and this property has a stark beauty that reminds one of an old ghost town. It sits at the edge of the small village of Crookston, Nebraska (pop. 87). The c.1920 fixer upper needs a…
