This historic 7-bedroom, 3-bath Victorian home, located in Williamsport, is a charming piece of the past featuring original details like one of the last gas lights in the front yard. With a classic architectural style highlighted by a wrap-around veranda, this property offers a spacious fenced backyard and detached garage. Thoughtfully updated kitchen and upstairs bathroom blend modern convenience with vintage charm. Priced at $175,000, this home presents a unique restoration opportunity on a generous plot, ideal for anyone looking to revive one of Williamsport’s most beautiful architectural treasures, complete with rare historic character and stunning views.

Front Porch Entrance

A wide wooden porch with weathered gray planks leads to the entrance of a historic home. The striking black wooden front door has a mail slot and classic door handle, framed by white molding and a semicircular transom window with elegant divided panes above. The exterior walls are exposed red brick, accented by two tall windows with intricate white decorative moldings and sills underneath. Soft lighting from a mounted lantern illuminates the doorway, while the porch is supported by refined white columns. Nearby greenery and neighboring homes add a natural, inviting ambiance to the space.

Front Porch and Entrance

A charming historic front porch with ornate white columns supports a second-story balcony featuring a balustrade. The entrance includes a black-painted door set in a tall arched doorway framed by intricate woodwork and a semi-circular transom window. Two tall windows with detailed trim and blue accents flank the door, set into warm red brick walls. The porch floor shows weathered concrete beside a modest stone retaining wall bordering an overgrown garden bed. Mature trees and lush green foliage create a shaded, inviting atmosphere, blending historic architecture with natural surroundings.

Front Porch Exterior

A wrap-around front porch with classic white columns and balustrades extends along the brick facade of the house. The porch has a raised stone foundation with weathered steps leading to the front door, which is framed by a decorative transom. Two tall, narrow windows with blue-gray trim flank the entrance. The upper story features a balcony with matching railings, supported by the same style columns. Surrounding greenery and mature trees provide a lush, natural setting. The house blends rustic brick and painted surfaces, evoking a historic charm reflective of early American architecture.
Backyard and Rear Patio

A lush, green backyard surrounds a modest two-story rear section of the home. The exterior features white painted brick on the lower level and horizontal siding on the upper level. A covered patio area with metal support posts and a swing offers a relaxed outdoor space. A curved concrete pathway leads from the backyard entrance to the patio, bordered by abundant greenery and mature shrubs. A small rabbit sits quietly on the well-maintained lawn, adding a charming, natural touch to the serene atmosphere. The boundary is marked by a wooden fence, blending privacy with the verdant surroundings.

Backyard and Patio

A lush, green backyard stretches out with a well-maintained lawn bordered by mature trees and shrubs, providing a private, natural setting. The house’s rear exterior shows a two-story structure with horizontal white siding on the upper floor and painted brick on the lower level. A covered patio supported by thin black posts offers a shaded sitting area, protected by a simple white railing with ornate scrollwork details. A narrow horizontal window near the roofline adds a modern touch, contrasting with the otherwise traditional, somewhat rustic ambiance of this serene outdoor space.

Detached Garage and Shed

A rustic detached garage and an adjoining smaller shed are set on a concrete driveway surrounded by lush green grass. The garage has a weathered white wooden door, showing signs of age and moss or mold build-up near the base. The main structure wall displays distinctive scalloped wood shingles in a grayish tone, with portions covered in climbing vines adding a natural element. A faded, worn wooden door with vintage hinges is visible next to a rustic outdoor lantern. The scene is framed by mature trees and bushes, creating a secluded, vintage charm.

Side Yard and Carport

The exterior shows a side yard of a historic home with white painted brick walls and partial upper siding on the second story. A small garden bed with overgrown greenery and a rusty wheelbarrow rests against the house near a windowed door. The carport area is supported by a concrete roof with some exposed electrical meters and wires attached to the wall. The home’s architectural details include an arched door frame and older multi-pane windows. A wooden fence encloses the carport, adding a sense of privacy. Concrete pathways connect the doorways to the lawn and driveway.

Entryway Door and Arch

A grand entrance highlighted by a solid black door framed with white molding and tall, fluted columns on either side. The entryway’s vaulted ceiling culminates in an elegant arch with intricate molding details that emphasize its historic character. Above the door, a semi-circular transom window with divided panes adds light and architectural interest. Flanking narrow sidelights further invite natural light, brightening the space. A single vintage-style pendant light fixture hangs centrally, complementing the classical style. The black-and-white checkered tile floor enhances the formal, timeless ambiance of this stately entry hall.

Entry Hallway and Staircase

A narrow hallway leads to a carpeted staircase with a polished wooden handrail that curves gracefully at the base. Tall, white columns with intricate capitals frame the entry passage, adding a classical and grand architectural detail. The ceiling is richly adorned with ornate plaster moldings and medallions, enhancing the historic charm. The walls and ceiling painted in white keep the space bright, while the natural wooden flooring adds warmth. The hallway extends to a red-accented doorway, offering contrast and depth to the otherwise monochromatic palette. White radiator and paneled doorways further emphasize the period character.

Entry Hall and Staircase

A long, narrow entry hall leads to a classic black door with a semi-circular transom window above and side panels, allowing natural light to filter through. The elegant staircase features intricate white wooden balusters and decorative trim along the side, with a dark wood handrail rising gracefully. The hardwood floor adds warmth and contrasts the white walls and detailed ceiling, which holds ornamental plasterwork. A subtle wooden coat rack with a single hook is mounted on the right wall under the stairs, while the checkered black and white tile floor near the door adds a timeless touch.

Dining Room Ambiance

Rich red textured walls and ceiling command attention, contrasted by crisp white trim that outlines the windows, doors, and ceiling edges. Natural light pours in through large multi-pane windows, revealing an outdoor green space. The hardwood floors, marked with subtle wear, contribute a warm, aged character. A simple yet elegant chandelier hangs centrally, adding a vintage allure. The room’s architectural charm is further enhanced by an arched inset niche and traditional radiator beside a partially open white door. French doors on one side suggest connectivity to an adjacent space, creating a sense of openness.

Dining Room with Built-In Cabinet

Rich burgundy walls and ceiling envelop the dining area, contrasted by white baseboards and door trims. A vintage-style brass chandelier hangs centrally from an ornamental ceiling medallion, providing warm lighting. A built-in glass-front cabinet with white framing is recessed into one wall, enhancing storage and display options. Adjacent to the cabinet is a small arched nook, adding architectural interest. Hardwood floors, worn with age, extend throughout. Open doorways reveal the kitchen with light wood cabinetry and a stove, as well as a transitional space leading to a soft pink-hued living room with a fireplace and large windows.

Living Room with Fireplace

Spacious living room adorned with soft peach walls contrasting the white crown molding and trim around the windows, door, and fireplace. The fireplace features a white wooden mantel with classical detailing, framing a brick interior and bronze fireplace screen. A built-in wooden shelf is set into the wall beside the fireplace, providing additional storage or display space. The room has a large bay window with three vertical, multi-paned windows that flood the space with natural light, highlighting the lush greenery outside. Beige carpet covers the floor, complementing the warm tones. Two old-fashioned radiators sit beneath the bay windows, painted to match the walls.

Empty Living Room

Light cream walls with simple trim surround a spacious, empty living area filled with natural light filtering through large, tall windows. The wooden floorboards exhibit subtle wear, adding character and warmth. Classic cast iron radiators sit beneath the windows, suggesting vintage heating systems still intact. The room’s architecture includes a bay window nook with three vertical windows that provide panoramic views of the lush greenery outside. Two brass wall sconces add a hint of elegance, while the ceiling shows a slight exposed beam hinting at past renovations or structural reinforcements.

Living Room Details

A spacious living room with aged wooden flooring and high ceilings, reflecting a historic charm despite wear. The room features a large black cast-iron fireplace with detailed paneling, set against a partially peeled wall revealing an older blue paint underneath. Walls are painted in a neutral cream color, complemented by tall baseboards and wide window trims in muted gray tones. Elegant brass wall sconces add vintage character, positioned symmetrically on either side of the fireplace and further along the walls. Radiators and old piping running vertically enhance the classic, somewhat rustic ambiance. French doors with multiple panes lead into another room, adding to the architectural elegance.

Kitchen Overview

Soft beige walls complement wooden cabinetry with classic paneled doors, adding a warm, traditional tone. The layout is an L-shaped kitchen with an additional island countertop for prep space. A white, double-basin sink under large, multi-pane windows invites natural light, while track and recessed lighting brightens the space evenly. The kitchen staples include a white electric stove with a black hood and a black refrigerator with a water dispenser, contrasting subtly against the lighter surfaces. The floor consists of large, textured brown tiles, emphasizing a durable, practical design in this cozy kitchen space.

Kitchen Countertop and Cabinets

Wooden cabinetry with warm, medium-brown tones lines the kitchen walls and extends into a peninsula countertop with white surfaces contrasting the rich wood finishes. The layout creates a U-shaped workspace with an integrated white electric stove and dishwasher, complemented by a stainless faucet centered under two large, cream-trimmed windows that bring in natural light. The beige walls and earth-toned tile flooring provide a neutral backdrop. Overhead, recessed and track lighting illuminate the area, enhancing the clean, functional design of this kitchen with a classic, timeless appeal.

Basement Room

The elongated room has light green walls paired with a wood floor that reveals a warm, natural tone. A series of narrow, horizontal windows runs along one wall, allowing outside light and greenery to filter in. At the far end, a single square window keeps the room connected to the outdoors. The ceiling consists of white grid panels with recessed lights evenly spaced, complemented by a large, dark ceiling fan. Baseboard heating lines the perimeter, and an open wooden door with a polished brass handle punctuates one corner. There are faint outlines on the walls suggesting previous built-ins or shelves.

Bedroom Interior

The room is painted in a bold lavender tone, creating a vibrant yet calming ambiance. Three vertical sound-absorbing panels in muted gray-green are mounted on one wall, adding texture and a modern element to the space. The carpet is light gray and shows some wear. White baseboards and door frames provide sharp contrast against the colored walls. A white six-panel door leads to another part of the house, adjacent to an open doorway that reveals a hardwood floor hallway. A brass and wood ceiling fan with a central light fixture hangs from the white ceiling, blending vintage and practical styles.

Bathroom with Shower

A modest bathroom painted in light neutral tones with beige walls and tiled shower surrounds. The walk-in shower and bathtub combination includes a handheld showerhead with brushed nickel fixtures. A decorative strip of small rectangular mosaic tiles in earth tones adds subtle contrast amid the larger cream tiles. A tall window with traditional moldings contrasts the otherwise modern updates, with a white radiator beneath it that hints at the home’s historic character. The vanity has a beige countertop with an integrated sink, and above it is a large mirror with three brushed nickel light fixtures, creating a clean, functional atmosphere.

Living Room Bay Window

A spacious living room with warm-toned hardwood floors that lead toward a distinctive bay window area. The walls and trim are painted a clean, soft white, enhancing natural light and giving the space an airy feel. The bay window is dressed with patterned sheer curtains featuring a leafy green motif, adding a touch of nature-inspired color. A white radiator beneath one of the side windows reflects the home’s historic charm. The ceiling hosts a simple white fan with a light, maintaining a minimalist and functional aesthetic. Two doors on the left wall hint at closet or storage space, blending with the room’s vintage simplicity.

Small Sitting Room

A small room defined by its tall, narrow window framed in a deep green trim with a matching radiator beneath. The walls are painted a warm yellow, providing a strong contrast to the green accents on the window frame, baseboards, and intricate crown molding along the ceiling. The ceiling has a decorative recessed pattern bordered in the same dark green shade, enhancing the room’s vintage charm. A single pendant light hangs centrally from the ceiling, casting soft light. On one wall, there is a framed abstract art piece, adding a subtle touch of modernity to the classic aesthetic. Carpeted flooring adds warmth and comfort.

Empty Room with Doors

Muted mustard yellow walls contrast with dark green crown molding, baseboards, and door casings, creating a bold and historic color scheme. Two adjacent doors stand open: one door is deep polished wood, while the other has weathered, distressed wood, adding rustic charm and texture. Through the open door, a glimpse of a stairway with white balusters and a dark handrail is visible, hinting at classic architectural details. A small framed mirror rests against the wall, and the flooring is covered with neutral beige carpeting, blending the room’s vintage character with simple, clean finishes.

Second-Floor Porch

A spacious second-floor porch with white-painted wooden fluted columns and matching balusters lines the perimeter. The porch ceiling is board-paneled and painted white, complementing the railing and columns. The flooring shows weathered wood planks with peeling paint, hinting at age and exposure. The view captures lush green trees and a quiet residential street with a historic home directly opposite, featuring cream walls and dark trim. The overall aesthetic evokes a classic, slightly worn charm typical of century-old American homes, inviting outdoor relaxation with a sense of history and nature.

Staircase Landing

A narrow staircase with deep red carpet ascending along an intricately carved white wooden banister with a polished wooden handrail creates a focal point. The walls are painted a clean white, complementing the staircase and emphasizing the original architectural details such as the ornate molding beneath the stairs and the high ceilings. The landing leads to doorways with detailed white trim, revealing glimpses of wood and carpeted floors in adjacent rooms. Soft natural light filters in, enhancing the simplicity and historic charm of this transitional space in the home.

Window Alcove Nook

Two tall, narrow arched windows set in alcoves with wooden sills create a quaint nook area, inviting natural light and showcasing lush greenery outside. The walls are painted a muted sage green, complemented by simple white baseboards and trim. A vintage-style white radiator stands against one wall, adding a historic charm and functional warmth. The floor consists of worn, light-toned hardwood planks that reveal the home’s age and character. A single wall-mounted light fixture with an opaque glass shade provides soft illumination, enhancing the room’s subtle vintage ambiance and cozy atmosphere.

Listing Agent: Esther Van Schaik of Iron Valley Real Estate North Central Pa via Zillow