Tour a 1914 Cape Cod in Cincinnati, Ohio With an Updated Kitchen, Fully Fenced Yard and Inviting Front Porch

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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.

Cameron MacConnell of Comey & Shepherd

This charming 3-bedroom century home in Cincinnati, near Oakley Square, embodies classic architectural style with its pitched roof and inviting front porch. Built in the early 1900s, this home features an open floor plan blending updated kitchen and living spaces for modern living while preserving historical charm. Recent renovations include updated bathrooms and kitchen, plus a practical laundry room with backyard access. The fully fenced yard, off-street parking for two cars, and a flexible third-floor space enhance functionality. Listed at $364,900 with a tax abatement through 2028, this home offers a unique blend of history, style, and convenience.

Front Porch Entrance

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A charming front porch with natural wood steps leads up to a small sitting platform painted in muted blue-gray tones that complement the brick exterior wall. White columns and railings frame the porch, adding crisp contrast and a classic touch. A white-framed door with multiple glass panels and an adjacent double-hung window offer a welcoming entryway. Hanging baskets filled with vibrant purple flowers brighten the space, while potted plants add pops of color and greenery around the entry. The porch ceiling is white and features a vintage-style ceiling lantern light, blending traditional and fresh elements harmoniously.

Backyard and Parking Area

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A spacious gravel parking area is bordered by a wooden picket fence enclosing a small grassy yard with mature trees, providing a lush canopy and shade. The backdrop includes a three-story historic home painted in muted gray with white window trim and a small awning over a side door. Adjacent properties feature white and red brick exteriors, contributing to a quaint neighborhood charm. A detached garage with light-colored siding sits behind the fence, complementing the traditional American residential setting. The overall ambiance is tranquil with natural greenery enhancing the historic character.

Exterior Side Yard

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A tall, three-story gray brick house stands adjacent to a wooden picket fence enclosing a grassy yard. The siding contrasts with the neighboring homes, which have lighter, horizontal paneling. The house has white trim around windows and doors, with a small white awning over a side door leading to a narrow porch. The yard features lush green grass, a large mature tree providing shade, and well-maintained shrubbery at the house’s base. The background shows a partly cloudy sky, enhancing the fresh and inviting atmosphere of this peaceful residential neighborhood.

Backyard Exterior

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A compact backyard is enclosed by a rustic wooden picket fence, creating a cozy private outdoor space. The rear facade of the home is painted in a muted slate gray with crisp white trim around a small window, a door, and a boarded-up window, offering a clean, simple color contrast. A small set of concrete steps with a white wooden railing leads up to the back door sheltered by a petite overhang. The scene is softened by an old, mature tree with textured bark, adding character and natural shade to the well-maintained grass lawn below. Adjacent homes are close but distinct, emphasizing a neighborhood feel.

Backyard View

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A cozy, fenced backyard with lush green grass and mature trees that provide ample shade and a natural feel. The white wooden railing in the foreground suggests a porch or deck, leading down to the yard. Surrounding the space is a weathered wooden picket fence, contributing to a rustic and inviting atmosphere. Beyond the yard, a gravel driveway and outbuildings with simple grey siding are visible, blending functionality with the greenery. The tall trees and dense shrubbery along the perimeter enhance privacy and add to the tranquil, lived-in character of the outdoor area.

Entryway with Built-In Shelves

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Dark hardwood floors create a striking contrast against crisp white walls and trim. A white door with frosted glass panels allows natural light to filter in while maintaining privacy. Next to the door, a window with a simple white blind brightens the space. Built-in white shelves are neatly integrated into the wall on either side of a corner, offering functional storage with clean architectural lines. A ceiling fan with dark wooden blades and a light fixture hangs centrally, complementing the dark flooring and adding a practical element. The space feels modern yet inviting.

Open Kitchen and Living Area

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Dark hardwood floors create a warm contrast against crisp white walls and shelving units in this open-concept kitchen and living space. The kitchen island, topped with a light-colored granite countertop, extends into the room and is paired with two cushioned bar stools featuring nailhead trim and wooden legs. Sleek, stainless-steel appliances, including a refrigerator, microwave, and gas stove, are visible. Ceiling recessed lights and two pendant lights over the island provide ample brightness. A ceiling fan with wooden blades adds functionality while complementing the overall clean and modern design. The space has a bright, airy feel with minimalistic styling.

Modern Kitchen Interior

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An open kitchen layout with gray cabinetry and stainless steel appliances including a large refrigerator, microwave, and gas stove. The countertops are speckled granite with a breakfast bar extending toward the foreground, accompanied by two cushioned bar stools with wooden legs and nailhead trim. The flooring is rich, dark hardwood, contrasting with the soft white walls and ceiling. Recessed lighting brightens the space, while a window above the sink allows natural light. A built-in shelving unit is visible on the far left, providing extra storage or display space in this clean, contemporary kitchen.

Kitchen Layout

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The kitchen has an L-shaped layout with light gray cabinetry and brushed gold hardware. Granite countertops with subtle peaks of gray and white complement the white subway tile backsplash. Stainless steel appliances include a side-by-side refrigerator with an ice dispenser, a gas stove, a built-in microwave, and a dishwasher. A single window above the corner sink allows natural light in, highlighting the warm, dark hardwood floors that contrast the lighter cabinetry and white walls. Recessed ceiling lights provide bright, even illumination. The overall feel is modern and clean with a touch of warmth from the wood.

Kitchen and Dining Area

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The kitchen displays a clean, contemporary design with white cabinetry featuring silver hardware and granite countertops that extend into a spacious peninsula. Stainless steel appliances include a side-by-side refrigerator, gas stove, microwave, and dishwasher. White subway tile backsplash emphasizes the crisp, modern aesthetic. Warm, dark hardwood floors flow seamlessly into the adjacent dining area, which features a window and door leading outside, allowing natural light to fill the space. Two pendant lights over the peninsula add a subtle decorative touch, and a ceiling fan enhances airflow. Built-in shelving is visible in the dining area, complementing the open layout.

Kitchen Corner

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The kitchen corner highlights a crisp, modern design with light gray shaker-style cabinets paired with sleek brass hardware. A gray granite countertop wraps around the corner, providing ample workspace above dark hardwood flooring. The backsplash consists of large, horizontally-set white subway tiles creating a clean, seamless look. Under the window, a single basin stainless steel sink features a brass faucet, complementing the cabinetry pulls. Stainless steel appliances include a dishwasher, a gas range, and a microwave, blending functionality with contemporary aesthetics. Open metal shelves add a subtle industrial touch to the otherwise soft color palette.

Bathroom Layout

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Modern bathroom with a neutral color palette, combining soft gray tiled walls arranged in a staggered brick pattern with a decorative horizontal mosaic strip near the top. The white bathtub contrasts softly against the gray tiles, accompanied by a sleek chrome showerhead and curtain rod. The adjacent toilet is simple and white, positioned next to a wooden vanity with a white countertop and built-in sink. Above the vanity, a large rectangular mirror framed in white reflects the tiled shower area, and light gray painted walls add a clean and calming atmosphere to the space.

Utility Room Entryway

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Dark hardwood flooring anchors the space, adding warmth against stark white walls and ceiling. A simple flush mount ceiling light illuminates the room with soft, even lighting. On one side, a modern, stainless steel washer and dryer set tucks neatly against the wall. Opposite, a built-in cabinet and bench combination painted in a calming muted teal color provides both storage and seating. The upper cabinet doors have black handles, which coordinate with a row of black hooks mounted beneath, ideal for coats or bags. A paneled door with window panes leads outside, bringing natural light and a glimpse of greenery.

Laundry Room with View into Kitchen

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Compact laundry space featuring sleek, modern front-loading washer and dryer units with metallic finishes. The walls are painted bright white, creating a clean and airy atmosphere contrasted by rich, dark hardwood floors that extend into the adjacent kitchen. Natural light filters through a single window dressed with a white shade, enhancing the brightness of the room. Two white paneled doors are visible, one leading to the kitchen with white cabinetry, gold hardware, and more dark flooring, providing an elegant transition between utilitarian and culinary spaces. Simple trim and baseboards complete the classic look.

Basement Stairwell and Hall

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Dark hardwood floors cover the lower level, contrasting with smooth, light-colored walls painted in white or a very pale gray. White baseboards and door trim define the edges and add a crisp finish. A staircase with classic white wooden spindles and a complementary handrail ascends along the right wall, carpeted in a neutral tone. An open doorway to the left reveals a laundry area with stainless steel washer and dryer units, while a second doorway leads to a bathroom, glimpsing a white toilet and light tiles. Recessed lighting ensures a bright and clean atmosphere.

Upstairs Hallway

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The narrow hallway features soft gray walls paired with white trim and woodwork, creating a clean and airy atmosphere. A white balustrade runs along the left side, revealing a staircase below. Plush, neutral-toned carpeting covers the floor, adding warmth and comfort underfoot. The ceiling slopes gently over the staircase area, introducing subtle architectural interest. A single wall sconce light fixture provides gentle illumination. At the end of the hallway, two open doorways lead into light-filled rooms with large windows that bring in natural greenery from outside, enhancing the serene and simple aesthetic of this transitional space.

Empty Bedroom Space

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The room has a straightforward design with light gray walls framing two windows dressed with white blinds allowing natural light while maintaining privacy. A textured, neutral-toned carpet covers the floor, adding warmth and softness underfoot. The white ceiling is complemented by a modern ceiling fan with dark wood blades and a central light fixture. Trim and baseboards trimmed in white enhance the room’s clean, fresh appearance. A closed white door sits on the right side, suggesting a closet or entrance. The overall aesthetic exudes simplicity and neutrality, suitable for personalized décor.

Walk-In Closet Storage

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Organized walk-in closet with custom built-in shelving and drawers provides ample storage. The shelving consists of white wire racks with light wooden trim along the edges, mounted on adjustable metal rails to maximize flexibility. Multiple angled shelves on the left side can be used for shoes or folded garments, while the right side features a combination of pull-out drawers and open shelves for accessories or clothing. The walls and ceiling are painted a soft off-white, complementing the medium-brown plush carpeting that warms the space. A large window centered on the far wall allows natural light, brightening and softening the clean, efficient design.

Bathroom Shower Corner

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Corner glass shower enclosure with frameless doors accentuates a clean, modern design. White subway tiles with gray grout cover the shower walls in a horizontal brick pattern, paired with hexagonal white floor tiles inside the shower base. Two built-in corner shelves provide practical storage in the shower space. Adjacent to the shower, a gray vanity with a white marble countertop and a modern under-mount sink adds subtle contrast. Chrome fixtures, including the faucet and handheld showerhead, offer sleek, polished finishing touches. The floor outside the shower features a black and white intricate tile pattern that introduces an element of vintage style.

Shower Corner

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White rectangular subway tiles arranged in a staggered brick pattern cover the shower walls, creating a clean, modern look with subtle texture variations. Two minimalist corner shelves provide practical storage without cluttering the space. The showerhead and handle, finished in sleek chrome, contrast softly against the white tile and emphasize modern fixtures. A frameless glass partition partially visible offers an open, airy feel, maintaining the simplicity of the design. The overall aesthetic is contemporary minimalist, with subtle sheen on the tiles and polished hardware enhancing the brightness and spaciousness of the shower.

Bathroom Vanity Area

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A compact bathroom corner featuring a gray-painted wooden vanity with shaker-style cabinet doors, topped with a white stone countertop and an undermount sink. A sleek, modern chrome faucet complements the minimalist aesthetic. A frameless rectangular mirror hangs above the sink, reflecting a door and wall fixtures. Built-in recessed open shelves painted white provide discreet storage or display space. The wall is painted a light gray, creating a calm, neutral backdrop, while the floor has a bold patterned tile with a floral motif in black and white, adding a vintage-inspired decorative touch. Simple metal towel holders are mounted on the wall, completing the functional design.

Bedroom Accent Wall

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A calm bedroom space with a striking purple accent wall featuring diagonal and vertical wood panel molding adds texture and modern geometric interest. The other walls are painted crisp white, creating a fresh, airy feel. A large, double window lets in natural light and provides a view of lush greenery outside. The floor is covered in plush, taupe carpeting that contrasts softly with the wall colors. A ceiling fan with dark wood blades and an integrated light fixture hangs centrally from the white ceiling, combining functionality with simple, contemporary style.

Bedroom Corner View

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Neutral soft gray walls frame a quiet bedroom corner punctuated by three white paneled doors, likely closets or entryways. The beige plush carpet adds warmth and texture underfoot, contrasting with the clean, crisp white baseboards. A white ceiling hosts a modern ceiling fan with five dark wood blades and a central light fixture, blending contemporary comfort with simplicity. Circular vents embedded near the ceiling indicate integrated air circulation. The room’s layout suggests a cozy space adaptable for furniture placement, maintaining a minimalist aesthetic with muted, relaxing tones for a restful atmosphere.

Upper Hallway and Bedroom Entry

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A narrow, carpeted hallway leads to a small bedroom with sloped ceilings. The walls and ceilings are painted white, creating a clean and bright atmosphere. The plain white doors with simple panel designs flank the hallway, complementing the minimalist look. A soft, neutral-toned carpet covers the floor, enhancing comfort and warmth. The stairway to the right is partially visible with a white-painted banister. A single smoke detector is mounted on the ceiling while two ceiling lights provide illumination, one in the hallway and one within the bedroom. The bedroom’s window offers natural light and a view of greenery outside. The overall aesthetic is simple, cozy, and unobtrusive.

Attic Bedroom

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Compact attic bedroom with sharply angled, sloping white walls converging at a central peak. A single window with a white wooden frame at the far end allows natural light, framing a lush green outdoor view. Neutral beige carpet covers the floor, adding warmth to the space. A full-size bed with a vibrant and textured quilt dominates the room, featuring multicolored patterns in green, purple, pink, orange, and black hues. Subtle molding accents the walls and window, emphasizing simplicity and coziness in this uniquely shaped, minimalist sleeping nook.

Attic Hallway

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A narrow attic space with sloped ceilings painted in soft white, creating a cozy yet elongated corridor effect. The floor is covered with a plush beige carpet that adds warmth and comfort underfoot. White baseboards line the bottom edges of the walls, providing clean, sharp transitions. There is a ceiling-mounted light fixture providing subtle illumination. A small vent is embedded in the carpeted floor on the right side for ventilation. The open door at the end leads to a bedroom adorned with a colorful patchwork quilt, highlighted by natural light from a window, emphasizing an inviting upper-level layout.

Listing Agent: Cameron MacConnell of Comey & Shepherd via Zillow 

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