This charming century home blends historical significance with modern upgrades. Reflecting classic early 20th-century architectural design, it features a spacious kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The home includes a bright 3-season sun porch leading to a deck and fenced backyard with a bonfire pit, ideal for outdoor living. Additional amenities include ample off-street parking, a large 2-car garage with workshop, garden shed, and space for pets or poultry. The unfinished basement offers expansion potential. Listed at $249,900, this property provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy historic charm and comfortable living combined.

Front Yard and Entryway

Small historic home painted in muted light blue-gray with a textured shingle exterior. The gable roof is covered in gray shingles, complementing the house color. A short concrete walkway leads to the front entrance, which includes a screened-in porch with white framed windows and a white door. The porch has minimal decorative latticework and a black outdoor fountain on the side. Mature trees and evergreen shrubs surround the house, contrasting with the green grass lawn. The overall aesthetic is quaint and modest, reflective of early 20th-century American homes in a suburban setting.

Exterior Front Side

The exterior reveals a charming, small to medium-sized home clad in light grey scalloped wooden shingles with white trim around windows and doors, evoking a classic American cottage aesthetic. A gabled roof in matching grey shingles extends over a modest front porch with white railing. The lawn appears well-maintained with a few potted plants and a concrete walkway leading to the entrance. A black rainwater downspout contrasts with the light siding, while rugs of fallen leaves and green patches of grass add natural texture. Several outdoor trash and recycling bins stand against the house, and bare trees frame the rear of the property. The overall impression is tidy and inviting with a historical yet practical design.

Outdoor Deck and Grill Area

Weathered wooden deck planks form a rustic outdoor seating area enclosed by white lattice fencing, offering partial privacy while maintaining an open view of surrounding trees and backyard structures. A black charcoal grill with wheels stands ready for outdoor cooking alongside a small round metal table paired with a matching metal chair, blending simplicity with utility. The bare trees create a natural canopy effect, with leafless branches reaching toward a partly cloudy sky, giving a tranquil atmosphere that invites quiet relaxation or casual dining. The surrounding fences and garden elements enhance the cozy suburban feel.

Backyard Fire Pit

A spacious backyard with a modest fire pit area made from stones encircling ashes, surrounded by simple log seating. The ground is covered with dry leaves, giving a rustic, natural feel. Tall, bare trees cast shadows across the yard, indicating early spring. A weathered privacy fence encloses the yard, while a detached garage with gray siding and a shingled roof sits in the background near a driveway. The yard’s utilitarian and charmingly unpolished character invites outdoor gatherings in a quiet, suburban setting, embracing an organic and functional aesthetic.

Entryway and Dining Area

Wide plank light wood flooring runs throughout the space, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. Dark stained wood trim frames the deep red door and wide doorway, adding a striking contrast to the neutral off-white walls. A small chandelier with frosted glass shades hangs from the ceiling, offering a vintage touch. The opening in the wall provides a view into the adjacent kitchen, maintaining an open feel while defining the room boundaries. The combination of historic dark wood features and modern light tones balances tradition with simplicity in design.

Living Room Entryway

Wide plank light wood flooring complements the white walls and ceiling, creating a bright, clean atmosphere. Dark wood trim frames the doorways, windows, and baseboards, providing a rich contrast and a classic touch reflective of historic American homes. A sturdy dark wood beam crosses the ceiling, adding architectural interest and depth. Two windows with deep wooden sills allow natural light to flood the room. Through an open arched doorway with matching dark wood trim, the adjacent dining area is visible, featuring a chandelier, sheer curtains tied back at the bottom, and a wooden door leading to another part of the house.

Exterior & Garage

A quiet residential scene shows the side and rear exterior of a historic house with scalloped siding painted a muted gray-green, accented by white trim around the vertically aligned windows. The property is enclosed by a simple chain-link fence atop a low stone retaining wall. Adjacent to the driveway, a detached double garage with white paneled doors and a matching gray-green exterior stands beneath tall, bare trees that cast delicate shadows under a partly cloudy sky. The driveway is paved, leading to the garage and bordered by natural landscaping and leafless branches, creating a serene, understated aesthetic.

Garage and Shed Exterior

Gray stucco garage with a white panel door stands adjacent to a small green shed with white trim and two square windows. The shed has a small door and a light fixture above it, while the garage has a side pedestrian door. To the left of the shed is a chain-link enclosure, possibly for pets or storage. The surrounding area features bare trees, a concrete driveway with weathered patches, and brown grass, suggesting a late fall or early spring season. The overall setting conveys a practical backyard space with simple, functional structures and mature trees framing the scene.

Detached Garage and Shed

A detached two-car garage painted in muted green with a white paneled garage door stands prominently in the backyard. Adjacent to the garage, a small shed with horizontal siding and a frosted glass door, topped by a similarly styled roof, complements the structure. The cracked and worn concrete driveway shows patches of soil and discoloration, suggesting age and use. Mature, leafless hardwood trees rise behind the buildings, casting shadows on the space and blending with a white privacy fence. A worn wooden fence on one side adds to the rustic, somewhat aged outdoor ambiance.

Enclosed Porch Corner

The space presents an enclosed porch with soft gray walls and beadboard paneling that extends halfway up the walls, continuing onto the ceiling with narrow wooden slats creating a textured surface. Large rectangular windows span one wall and corner, allowing ample natural light and views of the outdoors. The porch floor is painted in a matching muted tone, creating a subtle monochromatic palette. A small vintage table with a wooden top and ornate metal legs sits in the corner, adding character and a touch of rustic charm. Utilitarian exposed electrical conduits and a simple overhead bulb highlight the practical, historic nature of the space.

Empty Room with Wood Trim

The space features light gray wood plank flooring creating a modern yet neutral base. Crisp white walls contrast with dark stained wood trim outlining three windows, a door, baseboards, and a ceiling beam. The windows bring natural light inside, enhancing brightness. A solid wood door, slightly open, reveals a glimpse beyond the room. The ceiling beam and trim add traditional character to the otherwise simple room. The overall aesthetic balances historic charm with contemporary finishes, offering a bright, clean, and airy feel in a modestly sized rectangular room.

Dining Room and Kitchen Pass-Through

A light-filled dining area with pale wood-look flooring extending through to the adjoining space. The walls are painted pristine white, contrasting with thick dark wood baseboards and window trim, evoking a classic charm. Two tall double-hung windows with sheer tied curtains add softness and vintage detail. An ornate, wrought iron chandelier hangs centered in the room, adding elegance. A wooden door with rich dark stain complements the trim woodwork. A wide pass-through opens to a compact white kitchen with cabinetry partially visible, maintaining an open flow and enhancing spatial connectivity.

Kitchen Countertop and Sink

Polished granite countertop with a speckled brown, gold, and green pattern dominates the foreground, reflecting light and adding a luxurious touch. A stainless steel undermount sink with a modern curved faucet is integrated into the countertop near a window, allowing natural light to illuminate the space. White paneled cabinetry with silver handles lines the wall, paired with a stainless steel refrigerator and gas stove. The walls are painted in soft beige, creating a warm yet neutral backdrop. White trim around the window and door adds classic architectural detail, blending traditional and contemporary elements seamlessly.

Kitchen Interior

The room displays a modern kitchen with light-colored wood plank flooring that contributes to a bright and clean aesthetic. White cabinetry with sleek silver handles lines the upper and lower parts on the right side. Stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator and a gas stove with an oven, contrast subtly with the neutral beige walls. A metallic decorative backsplash panel behind the stove adds a touch of vintage charm. The window frame and door trim are crisp white, complementing the cabinetry’s color, while an open doorway leads to another interior space, giving a sense of connectivity within the layout.

Kitchen Space

Spacious kitchen with a neutral color palette dominated by cream-colored cabinetry that extends up to the ceiling, offering ample storage. Black granite countertops provide a sleek contrast, complementing the cabinet hardware made of brushed metal. Light wood-look tiles cover the floor, lending a warm, rustic touch to the room. The design includes a large opening above the sink, creating a visual connection to an adjoining dining area with wooden window trims and a chandelier. Stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator and dishwasher, enhance the kitchen’s functionality. A soft beige wall color rounds out the calm, practical aesthetic.

Kitchen Interior View

White cabinetry lines the upper and lower walls, paired with modern stainless steel appliances including a refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. The countertops display a sleek, polished black granite surface. Light wood-style tile flooring adds warmth and texture to the space, complementing the neutral ivory walls. A pass-through window over the sink opens into an adjacent room, enhancing the kitchen’s openness. Classic silver handles on the cabinets contribute subtle elegance. The backsplash behind the stove is composed of decorative metallic tiles, adding a historic touch and a bit of flair to the otherwise contemporary, clean design.

Bathroom Interior Details

The space contains a compact bathroom with a simple pedestal sink beneath a small medicine cabinet mirror. Above the mirror is a traditional vanity light fixture with multiple bulbs. The walls are plain white but show signs of wear and discoloration, particularly near the toilet area. The flooring features light-toned wood-like planks that add a soft texture. A basic white toilet with the lid open sits beside the sink, with storage cabinetry above it providing functional space. The wooden door on the left has a classic brass knob, contrasting with the predominantly white and neutral color scheme.

Sunroom with Large Windows

Expansive windows line two walls of this sunroom, flooding the space with natural light and offering clear views of the outdoor yard and trees beyond a white lattice fence. The ceiling and walls are painted bright white, contributing to the airy feel, though some areas of peeling paint on the ceiling indicate wear over time. The floor features a textured brown carpet, showing various stains that contrast with the otherwise clean, simple interior. This room exudes potential for a quiet retreat or casual sitting area with a direct connection to the outdoors.

Small Bedroom Corner

The room has neutral light-colored walls providing a blank canvas that contrasts with the warm, medium-toned wooden trim around the window, door, and baseboards. The window is large with divided panes, allowing natural light to fill the space and offering a view of trees outside. The window treatment is unique, with curtains loosely knotted in the center creating a casual, slightly rustic look. The flooring is covered in a textured brown carpet, adding warmth and softness to the room’s atmosphere. A small closet with a wooden door and built-in wall panel adds functional storage space, maintaining the room’s simple, clean design.

Bedroom Corner View

A spacious bedroom with plush, light brown carpeting covers the entire floor, creating a warm and cozy ambiance. White walls provide a neutral, clean backdrop, contrasted by medium-toned wooden trim around the windows, baseboards, and doors, adding a touch of natural warmth. A window air conditioning unit is mounted on one wall, while the adjacent window is dressed with a simple brown curtain tied in the middle. Large windows allow ample natural light to brighten the room, making the space feel airy and inviting. The closet doors are wooden, complementing the window and trim finishes.

Bedroom Closets

The room presents a simple, clean design with a neutral beige carpet that covers the floor, creating a warm foundation. Two wooden bi-fold closet doors dominate one wall, finished in a medium brown stain that matches the open door to the adjacent hallway. The walls are painted crisp white, enhancing brightness, while wooden trim around the window and baseboards adds subtle warmth and contrast. A single window to the left with dark brown curtains allows natural light to enter. A flush-mounted ceiling light provides even illumination, emphasizing the room’s straightforward and functional character.

Bathroom with Tub and Vanity

The space includes a white toilet positioned next to a wooden vanity with a medium oak finish, topped by a white countertop and a chrome faucet. A framed mirror hangs above the vanity, illuminated by a two-bulb light fixture. The bathtub is a classic off-white shade with a simple showerhead, accompanied by a brown and white patterned shower curtain. A window with decorative leaded glass allows natural light in while offering privacy. The flooring consists of wood-look planks with a dark brown, slightly textured finish, complementing the vanity and adding warmth to the neutral, cream-colored walls.

Upper Hallway

The narrow hallway is covered in plush beige carpeting that extends throughout the space, contrasted by dark wood baseboards and door frames. The walls are painted a clean, light white shade, enhancing the brightness even in the compact corridor. The sloped ceiling on the right suggests this hallway is located under a roofline, typical of an attic or upper floor. Two doorways on the left lead to adjoining rooms, visible further ahead, where a window with sheer brown curtains allows natural light to softly illuminate the space. A modern flush-mount ceiling light fixture provides additional illumination.

Basement Utility Area

Concrete flooring painted in a light gray tone covers the ample basement space. Exposed wooden beams and piping run across the unfinished ceiling, creating a utilitarian and raw atmosphere. White painted brick and cinder block walls stand around the perimeter, showing some wear and signs of age near the base. A central support column and angled braces offer sturdy structural support. A large, cylindrical water heater and connected ductwork are positioned near the center, alongside a washing machine beneath small basement windows that allow limited natural light. A steep stairway with wooden rails leads upward, completing this practical, functional basement layout.

Listing Agent: Mai S. Vang of eXp Realty via Zillow