Remodeled 1912 Bungalow in Utah with Coffered Ceilings, Chef’s Kitchen, 2-Car Garage and Access to Trails

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Mathew Abraham

Mathew Abraham, editor of Century Homes America, brings his passion for architectural history to explore the stories behind America’s most iconic homes.

Amber Goldsberry of RE/MAX Associates

This beautifully remodeled 1912 Bungalow in Ogden, represents a unique piece of local history, blending classic charm with modern luxury. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a detached 2-car garage on a fully fenced lot, the home boasts a stunning chef’s kitchen with ample storage and counter space. Architectural details like coffered ceilings, wood floors, and travertine tile enhance its open-concept design. Located minutes from local coffee shops and the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, it offers close proximity to skiing and outdoor adventures. Priced at $549,900, this impeccably maintained home on Ogden’s East Bench is perfect for those seeking comfort and convenience in a historic setting.

Front Exterior View

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This single-story home has a charming, classic mid-century design with a light yellow exterior and white trim. A covered front porch supported by thick square pillars creates a welcoming entryway. The front door is adjacent to large windows with dark shutters, allowing warm indoor light to glow at dusk. Concrete steps bordered by low retaining walls lead up to the house from the sidewalk. The yard consists of a gently sloping lawn with mature shrubs and small trees, providing soft greenery. The roof is moderately pitched with a broad overhang, and neighboring homes in similar styles are partially visible.

Backyard Patio Area

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This outdoor space shows a backyard patio area adjacent to a historic home’s yellow brick exterior, accented with white window frames and gray foundation trim. The concrete patio surface is wide and slightly cracked, providing an open area with a wooden gate for privacy. Classic multi-pane windows surround this corner, allowing natural light while maintaining architectural character. A gray chimney rises in the background, adding to the home’s traditional charm. Functional elements include an HVAC unit, garden hose, and utility meters, all discreetly placed near the wall to preserve the space’s clean and practical look.

Backyard Patio

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A circular stone patio composed of irregular stone slabs sits in the center, bordered by a low retaining wall of small, rectangular stone blocks. A glass-top table with four metal mesh chairs is arranged invitingly in the middle. Surrounding the patio are patches of bare soil and dark mulch beds, providing a natural contrast to the bright yellow siding of the adjacent buildings. The main house and an outbuilding share the soft yellow exterior with white trim around the windows and roof edges. Mature trees with budding green leaves and a clear blue sky add a serene, fresh atmosphere to this outdoor space.

Front Exterior and Garage

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A charming historic home exterior with yellow siding and white trim is visible, complemented by mature green trees providing shade and natural beauty. The detached garage has a gable roof and matches the home’s yellow color palette with white garage doors. A red Tesla parked in the driveway adds a modern contrast. A wooden privacy fence with a lattice top encloses a small patio or entry area, accessible via concrete steps with curved retaining walls on each side. The overall setting blends classic architecture with natural elements and contemporary touches.

Neighborhood Street View

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A wide suburban street lined with well-maintained grassy lawns and mature trees, some blossoming with bright pink and fresh green leaves. The road has clear markings for a bike lane, creating a friendly atmosphere for cyclists. Parked cars, including a black Honda, rest partially on the curb on the left side. The scene gains depth from the towering mountain range in the background, capped with snow, contrasting sharply against the vibrant blue sky with wisps of white clouds. Houses on either side appear cozy and traditional, embodying a calm, picturesque neighborhood setting.

Front Porch View

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Spacious front porch with natural wood plank flooring and soft yellow painted brick railings and supporting column. The porch ceiling is paneled in cream tones with a simple yet elegant trim accentuating edges. The porch overlooks a green lawn with mature trees and a sidewalk leading towards the street, where charming older homes with diverse architectural styles are visible. The clear blue sky and distant snow-capped mountains add scenic beauty, highlighting a blend of rustic and classic American home aesthetics with a warm and inviting outdoor living space.

Front Yard

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A low-pitched roof with wide eaves creates a broad, horizontal emphasis typical of mid-century ranch-style architecture. The exterior walls are light yellow brick with white trim around the edges and porch supports, adding subtle contrast. The front porch is recessed beneath the main roof and supported by square columns, offering sheltered entry. Multiple sets of rectangular windows with dark shutters flank the facade, allowing ample natural light inside. The front yard slopes gently toward the sidewalk and features a mix of green lawn, shrubs, and a partially mulched flower bed with varied plantings. Mature trees add height to the setting, and the concrete sidewalk and steps lead visitors to the porch, blending functionality with a casual, welcoming feel.

Front Porch

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A charming front yard with a lush green lawn and expansive sidewalk paths create a welcoming entry. Concrete steps lead up to a covered porch supported by sturdy pillars, painted a soft cream-yellow that complements the home’s vintage character. Shrubs and small trees trim the elevated yard, offering a natural frame without obstructing the house’s simple yet inviting façade. The building’s exterior design exemplifies early 20th-century American bungalow style, with a low-pitched roof and wide eaves providing a cozy, sheltered entrance. Mature trees line the street, enhancing curb appeal and offering seasonal greenery.

Living Room Details

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A spacious living area with a multi-level coffered ceiling painted white with inset wooden panels stained in a rich brown. Two ceiling fans with dark wooden blades provide air circulation. The flooring consists of warm-toned hardwood with a darker border creating visual framing. Light beige walls are contrasted by white wainscoting running halfway up, lending a classic touch. Built-in shelving units flank a stone fireplace centerpiece, featuring a mix of neutral stone tiles and a white mantle. Multiple windows with curtain rods and striped neutral curtains let in natural light, enhancing the open and airy atmosphere.

Living Room Interior

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Spacious living room with a coffered ceiling combining white trim and dark wood panels, adding architectural depth. Two ceiling fans with dark wood blades enhance airflow and complement the ceiling design. Walls are painted beige above a white wainscoting paneling that wraps the room, providing a classic and clean aesthetic. Large windows are dressed with striped beige and white curtains that allow natural light to brighten the space. Hardwood floors feature a reddish wood center bordered by darker wooden planks. The white front door has a decorative glass insert, contributing to the room’s inviting feel.

Kitchen Island and Countertop

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The kitchen displays a striking combination of modern and rustic elements. A large polished granite island with swirling gray and black patterns dominates the foreground, complemented by white beadboard cabinetry beneath. The surrounding cabinets are crisp white with simple black handles that create a clean and timeless look. The backsplash alternates between natural stone tiles with a weathered, earthy appearance behind the island and white subway tiles behind the sink and stove, adding texture variety. The ceiling features white coffered beams with wooden paneling, and recessed lighting brightens the space. The beige stone tile flooring enhances the warm, natural feel.

Kitchen Countertop and Ceiling

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White cabinetry with classic black hardware contrasts against granite countertops, creating a clean and timeless look. The backsplash features white subway tiles that extend along the wall, adding a neat linear pattern. Stainless steel appliances, including a double oven and a refrigerator, give a modern touch while complementing the neutral color palette. The kitchen island is substantial, echoing the granite of the counters, providing ample workspace and storage. Above, a coffered ceiling with dark wood insets and recessed lighting adds architectural interest and warmth. A ceiling fan enhances functionality. The large window is framed with beige-striped curtains, bringing in natural light and a glimpse of the traditional exterior.

Kitchen Interior

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White cabinetry dominates the kitchen with a clean, minimalist design composed of shaker-style doors and black hardware for subtle contrast. Granite countertops in neutral tones complement the beige terra cotta tiled flooring, uniting warmth and contemporary style. The backsplash consists of white subway tiles with dark grout lines, adding quiet texture behind stainless steel appliances, including a double oven range and a refrigerator. The ceiling draws attention with coffered sections painted in a rich dark brown, enhanced by recessed lighting which balances modern functionality with classic architectural appeal. The room’s layout is narrow yet efficient, with ample storage and workspace.

Sunroom Nook

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Natural light floods this cozy sunroom nook, accentuated by a row of three large white-framed windows with grid patterns that provide an unobstructed view of lush greenery outside. Neutral beige walls contrast softly with the bright white trim and cabinetry, which offers ample storage space with black wrought-iron handles. The floor is tiled with large, beige stone tiles that add warmth and texture, complementing the overall serene aesthetic. A recessed ceiling with crown molding and a centrally mounted light fixture delivers subtle architectural interest, blending classic charm with a clean, modern finish.

Bedroom Closet Detail

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Hardwood flooring in a rich caramel tone covers the bedroom floor, complementing the warm wood barn-style sliding closet doors that operate on black wrought iron hardware. The walls are painted a soft neutral beige, contrasted by crisp white trim and baseboards with classic detailing. The ceiling has a tray design, painted white with clean crown molding, enhancing the room’s openness. A ceiling fan with wooden blades and a frosted bowl light fixture hangs in the center, providing both illumination and airflow. The open closet reveals a bright white interior with shelves and a hanging rod for storage.

Empty Bedroom Corner

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Natural light filters through a large window dressed with sheer, light gray curtains hung on a black rod, creating a soft ambiance in this corner of the room. The floor is rich, warm-toned hardwood with visible grain and a smooth finish, contrasting nicely with the neutral beige walls. Wide white baseboards and crown molding add a touch of classic architectural detail and refinement. A ceiling fan with a bronze metal base and wooden blades, topped with a frosted glass light fixture, provides both lighting and air circulation. The room’s design blends simplicity with subtle elegance.

Bathroom Vanity Area

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The bathroom features a polished marble countertop with distinct gray veining atop a white vanity cabinet equipped with silver hardware. Walls are partially clad in warm beige and tan stone tiles, extending around the room to form a textured wainscot. A large oval mirror with simple black brackets hangs centered above the sink. Natural light filters through the window dressed with a sheer white curtain, adding softness to the earthy tones. The toilet is positioned adjacent to the countertop, and functional chrome fixtures, including towel bars and a toilet paper holder, complete the space with understated elegance.

Basement Area

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The space includes a lower-level room with beige walls and white trim and baseboards. A carpeted staircase with a white wooden railing ascends from the left side. The floor is covered with a plush, dark beige carpet that complements the walls. Recessed ceiling lights evenly illuminate the room. A small hall or corridor extends in the back right with a half-wall and a horizontal window above, allowing natural light. The overall design is simple and clean, with neutral tones and minimal architectural details, creating a calm, versatile basement environment.

Basement Room with Closet

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Long, narrow room with beige walls and white trim, featuring a textured ceiling with recessed lighting that brightens the space evenly. The floor is carpeted in a medium brown color with visible vacuum patterns, adding warmth and softness underfoot. To the right, a white sliding door opens to a small closet area with built-in shelving and a desk surface painted white, creating functional storage and workspace. A natural wood sliding door at the far end adds a rustic touch and contrasts softly with the neutral palette, giving the room a cozy, practical feel.

Laundry Room Details

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A compact laundry room with modern steel front-loading washer and dryer units positioned side by side. Walls are painted a warm beige above white baseboards, creating a clean and cozy atmosphere. Two small windows with white frames provide natural light, brightening the otherwise modest space. A white cabinet topped with a polished gray marble-like countertop offers a functional area for folding clothes or storage. The ceiling is finished in smooth white with a flush round LED light fixture. Flooring appears to be a textured, earth-toned material, complementing the neutral color palette and lending a practical feel for this utility space.

Listing Agent: Amber Goldsberry of RE/MAX Associates via Zillow 

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