c.1860 Pennsylvania Italianate Home For Sale Under $170K

OHU50K Notes $169,900

This Pennsylvania Italianate home for sale for $169,900 is an absolute beauty in a town with so many architectural gems I cannot contain myself. Take a look at the Google Map street view, and you will see what I mean. And I can’t even begin to make a list of the amazing original features this time capsule contains. It would be longer than my grandkids list to Santa. The house is in the historic district and is known as the Garrison-Brady House.

House View featured at 360 Main St, Brookville, PA, 15825

Realtor Comments

Nestled within the historic heart of Brookville, this 1860 Victorian home is a canvas for restoration and revival! Step back into time as you cross the threshold into the bygone era with beautiful woodwork, parquet inlaid floors & 4 fireplaces with 3 being marble. With 5 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths, there is plenty of room for the whole family, a business or both! The other spacious rooms offer endless possibilities with a lovely parlor, 2 living rooms, dining room and kitchen with hoosier cabinets. Other features include a beautiful 2nd floor stained glass window and lovely window seat overlooking Main St. This is a rare chance to restore and revitalize a piece of Brookville history! This home is a unique find, offering not just a home, but an exciting journey into the past! Call today to schedule your private showing!

5bed
3bath
Circa 1860

360 Main St, Brookville, PA 15825 $169,900

Family History

Garrison

This was the home of J.N. Garrison (1838-1902), a successful lumberman who chose to build his home in the heart of town. He, along with his father, owned the C.M. & J.N. Garrison Lumber Co. J.N. lived in this home with his wife, Mary Angeline (aka Ann), and children, G. Blake, Cliff, Cornelius, John and Robert.

The Jeffersonian-Democrat
24 Apr 1902, Thu ·Page 8

Brady

After the death of J.N. Garrison, the home was sold to Lewis and Loralise Brady. They lived here with their adult daughter Carrie. Mr. Brady owned the hardware store in town, Brady & Richards Hardware, after a career in lumbering.

Location

This Pennsylvania Italianate for sale is in Brookville, a borough located in Jefferson County. It is situated in the western part of the state and is approximately 80 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. Brookville has a population of around 3,900 people.

Brookville was settled in the early 19th century and was incorporated as a borough in 1849. The town was named after a nearby brook or small stream. Historically, Brookville was known for its lumber industry and later developed as a center for coal mining.

Today, Brookville is a small, rural community with a charming downtown area. The town hosts several annual events and festivals, including the Jefferson County Fair, which features agricultural exhibits, rides, and entertainment. The area surrounding Brookville offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and hunting, thanks to the region’s natural beauty and proximity to state forests.