Save This Old House – c.1895 Fixer Upper on 1.3 Acres in Wellborn FL Under $90K ~ Sold
December 27, 2020
1754 8th Ave, Wellborn, FL, 32094.
1754 8th Ave, Wellborn, FL, 32094. $89,500 Sold for $60,000
OHU50K NOTES
It’s right along the railroad tracks at the end of a brick-paved road! Wellborn was the first town in Suwannee County to have streets paved with bricks. It is believed that the well is running and both septic and electricity are on the property. Before plumbing and electricity, the kitchen was located in the open area at the rear of the house. Supposedly the roof and flooring are stable.
UPDATE: Due to readers asking for more historical information, I contacted Eric Musgrove, Historian, Purchasing, Records Management, TRIM, Professional Development, and Clerk to the Board of the Suwannee County Clerk of the Circuit Court. Here is what he graciously responded.
That is what is called the George Walters House.
Probably built around or before 1900 in the “Carpenter Classic” architectural style, most likely by a local builder. According to information provided by the State fifty years ago, it was rectangular in plan with a central hall, two rooms deep in the main structure of the home and a T-shaped porch in the rear. The railing on the two-story veranda is a variation of the typical Chinese chippendale pattern.
Unfortunately, when the State did research on the house in 1972, the owner was not very helpful and did not provide any history of the house. I’ve attached some photographs of it from the last 20 years or so as well.
I hope this helps!
REALTOR COMMENTS
Save this old house. PRICE DROP!!! This 1800s Historical Wellborn Victorian home is just waiting to be restored + updated!! Previous owner has started the process with new windows and stripping everything down. The home has beautiful hardwood floors throughout and original use of long leaf gulf coast pine. perfect for investors or someone wanting to own a piece of history! BRING ALL OFFERS!
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Steve Douglas
This must have been built by a local person of some means and stature. Any idea?
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I contacted the historian of Suwannee County. Here’s what he emailed me.That is what is called the George Walters House.
Probably built around or before 1900 in the “Carpenter Classic” architectural style, most likely by a local builder. According to information provided by the State fifty years ago, it was rectangular in plan with a central hall, two rooms deep in the main structure of the home and a T-shaped porch in the rear. The railing on the two-story veranda is a variation of the typical Chinese chippendale pattern.
Unfortunately, when the State did research on the house in 1972, the owner was not very helpful and did not provide any history of the house. I’ve attached some photographs of it from the last 20 years or so as well.
I hope this helps!