c.1857 Illinois Fixer Upper For Sale on Half Acre $35K

OHU50K Notes   $35,000

 

Fixer upper for sale. Yes ,this home needs a lot of work, but what a piece of history. It was built in 1857 by Elmor J. Dennison. In fact, he built two sister homes, which he later gave to his children. They are located on corner lot across the street from each other.  A belvedere, flying staircase, transoms, some hardwood floors and dental block crown molding are original features of this four bedroom, two bath gem in waiting.

 

Realtor Comments

 Located near Mississippi River, summer fun fishing & boating activities – in winter-hunting, eagle watching & winter sports.. Imagine horse-drawn carriages, rain barrels overflowing in bkyd; envision era of Abraham Lincoln (who laid out New Boston); imagine your daughter ascending down the walnut staircase in her flowing wedding gown; longingly awaiting return of husband from the river as she watched from the widows walk. Boundaries: N-tree line; W-alley; E & S-streets. Ornate woodburning fireplace in LR; gas fireplace in DR. Please try to envision the home as it was when restored. SOLD AS IS. UTILITIES ARE OFF. Possibly a B&B or Air B&B.

• 4 bed
• 2 bath
• 3,081 sqft
• 0.48 acre lot
• Build date 1857

 

 

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended. 

111 E Jefferson St, New Boston, IL 61272  $35,000

• Contact Realtor: Sharon Esslinger
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Family History

Elmor J. Dennison was born in Indiana in 1824. He married Susannah Alyea in 1850. The couple had children, Hamlin, Ella, Fletcher, Elmer and Victor.  Elmore was a merchant who moved to Chicago sometime before 1880. Elmor passed away in Chicago in 1899.

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