handyman special

Under $75K Thursday – c.1861 Brick Handyman Special on 1.4 Acre Albia Iowa $75K ~ Off Market

OHU50K NOTES

This stately handyman special was built in 1861 for a prominent member of Alia, Iowa, society just five years after the town was incorporated. Sadly, over the years, it has lost some of its luster, but its fireplaces, staircase, stained glass windows, hardwood floors and clawfoot tubs cry out for a savior. It is a shame they painted most of the woodwork, but the home’s history and character still shine though.
The house was in a great location in 1861, but the one acre corner lot now backs up to an industrial park. If the realtor’s plot map is correct, the acre includes a number of outbuildings. It looks like the small brick house is included by the map, but the realtor makes no mention of it in his description, so that would have to be cleared up. I can’t imagine it would be included for $75K.

REALTOR COMMENTS

Historic, single-family handyman special brick home close to Albia’s historic town square and the intersection of Highways 137 & 5. This home was built in 1861 & has ample space & character. It was formally used as a bed & breakfast & has had many improvements. The home sits on a large corner lot & could be used as a private residence or a home business if a conditional use permit was applied for.
This Albia home has a newer roof, electrical & plumbing systems, blown in insulation, & many other updated features. The main level has a large living room featuring a fireplace, formal dining room, one smaller bedroom, new bath with shower only, & galley kitchen with two sinks in separate areas. There is an open staircase leading up to the second floor & a servant’s stairway off the dining room. The upper level has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, & a sitting area, which has several possibilities.
This is a very impressive home with many additional features, both new & original that could be preserved.
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