Sold - Save This Old House - c.1900 Fixer Upper in Leavenworth, KS Under $33K

519 Marshall St, Leavenworth, KS 66048 $43,000 Reduced to $32,530 Sold

c.1900 Fixer Upper in Leavenworth, KS $43K

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OHU50K NOTES

Built in 1865, this two-story Victorian-style brick house is located on a corner lot in the Third Ave Historic District of Leavenworth. The community was platted in 1856 and was known as Day’s Subdivision. Most of the houses were built between 1859 and 1920 as two-story brick or frame construction and have some type of porch. The majority are described as Victorian or Queen Anne style, but a few have had Craftsman-style updates in the 1920s-30s while still retaining much of their original character. In others Greek Revival and Italianate influences may be found. The historic district also includes two former schools.

Details

This once stately home has a one-story wraparound porch with a curved corner. There are segmental-arched 4/4 windows and a front entry with an elliptical fanlight and double-leaf door. The one-story west side brick wing is either original to the house or a very early addition. The brick carriage house was built with segmental-arched openings with built-out garage type doors, and star-shaped iron tie rod ends.

Family History

Pioneer businessman and prominent Leavenworth citizen Richard H. Bell (1843-1923) owned this home with his wife Vestina Jane Perkins Bell in the 1910s and ’20s. They lived here with their children, Susie, Lucy, Richard and Edna. While Mr. Bell was the successful owner of two dry goods establishments in Leavenworth; the first being Bell & Pate, and later the R.H. Bell Dry Goods Store, his home life saw tragedy. Daughter Susie died at seven years old, son Richard died at four years old, and daughter Edna was just 22 when she passed away.

3bed
1.5bath
2,248sqft
0.27acre lot
Year Built 1865
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Property Listing
Realtor: Cynthia Sowle, The Running Realtor
Brokered by: COLDWELL BANKER REILLY & SONS

REALTOR COMMENTS

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Wowzer! This gentle giant was spectacular in its time…and could be again! Home has never been renovated/updated (except for a few appliances and bath fixtures)…you must check out the original wood flooring throughout….they are in pretty good shape for being lived on for over 100 years. The ceilings have not been dropped (intentionally). The house is NOT about to collapse; but you will have to invest at least twice (maybe three times) the asking price in remodel/updating before you can move in.

Are you a lover of historical homes? This lovely ghost-free (???) home is just what you’ve been looking for! This home sits amongst some of Leavenworth’s oldest and gorgeous homes (that have already been loved on), across the street from (previously known as) Nettie-Hartnett and Ben Day schools. What looks to be original lighting, original banister, original baseboards, front door with original ‘doorbell’, unique fireplace surround on each of three fireplaces all give this home character. When you tear off the sleeping porch, imagine your own screened in deck!

The covered wrap around porch has many of the original spindles. Kitchen needs to be gutted and rebuilt (pay attention to the caution tape….it’s there for a reason).This old charmer is old and ugly right now.OWNER is working on removing the vine overgrowth so you can see the massive structure. Looking for an investment opportunity? Do you crave a home that needs a ton of lovin’? If you don’t mind working with water damage, wood rot, or never knowing when your foot will punch through the floor, this could be your old-new home!This home is the way to go for those who don’t want to start a project, but want to finish one!This beautiful two-story offering just hit the market and it is priced to sell. Is your curiosity peeked? Make an appointment today! NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 ARE ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY FOR SAFETY REASONS….and, no need to remove your shoes…& you may want to wear a mask while walking through.