Cheap-ish 1886 Historic Quincy IL Victorian Home For Sale $149K
OHU50K Notes $149,000
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As part of our new “Cheap-ish” category, this a a reminder that OHU50K will always mainly focus on old houses in the $50Ks, but both rising real estate prices and real estate agents who put no effort in taking photos of the interiors of cheap houses have made it harder to find decent homes under our price constraints. Cheap-ish will feature a couple of affordable homes each day that are over the $100K mark. If you are not interested in Cheap-ish, simply skip over the posts.
Agent Comments
This elegant home is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Quincy history. Built in 1886, this Queen Anne style home has been restored to its original beauty. Boasting spectacular woodwork and hardwood floors throughout, with impressive features including a massive 6 foot wide pocket door separating the homes foyer and front parlor. Beautiful stained glass windows adorn the entry and can be found throughout the home. Stately 10 foot ceilings compliment the main level with 9 foot ceilings on the 2nd level of the home. The exterior features decorative stone and brickwork with elegant swags and borders attributed to prominent Quincy architect. The home has been completely updated including a new roof in the last 6 years, lead pipes replaced with copper throughout the majority of the home in last year and all wiring updated. Basement includes large workshop and lots of storage. Large walk-up attic could be finished into 3rd floor. This spectacular home is a must see for anyone looking for historical charm.
- 4bed
- 2.5bath
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
822 N 6th St, Quincy, IL 62301. $149,000
Contact Realtor: Bower & Associates Inc., REALTORS
Family History
Samuel Brown (1834-1911) married Jane E. (1846-1933) in 1861. The couple had one daughter, Mary, who was born in 1866. Samuel was a successful farmer who had this in-town home built for his family in 1886. Mary married a Mr. Travers, but was already a widow by 1900 and so continued to live in the home with her parents. After Samuel died in 1911, Jane E. and Mary relocated to San Diego, California.
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5 Comments
lonmayer
Whoa! The most beautiful home I’ve ever seen! Style, beauty, class, elegantly maintained, all that a house should be.
Sharon L
This home is absolutely stunning. Why is it being sold for such a cheap price???
lDan
This home has the ‘almost looks too good to be true’ vibe. Great architectural details with just few visible minor? cosmetic things to fix, at an incredible price. Quincy has lots of great older homes. My grandparents lived there and we used to just drive around town and check out the old neighborhoods when visiting.
Bill H
The price reflects the market comps in the area. It’s the Real Deal, though. I toured it, today. Even more stunning in person, than the pics showed. (Currently, off-market due to a personal emergency)
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Good to know, thanks!