A Visionary’s Retreat: 1900 Victorian with Primary Suite Loft & Creative Spaces

This 2,350-square-foot traditional turn-of-the-century residence, originally constructed in 1900, is located at 24 W James St in the historic Village of Richfield Springs, New York (Zip Code 13439). Seamlessly balancing preserved architectural character with thoughtful interior infrastructure updates, this two-story property features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Positioned within easy commuting distance of historic Cooperstown, the estate represents an attractive opportunity for a primary residence, a seasonal Central New York retreat, or a high-potential investment property.

The exterior features an expansive wraparound porch assembly that creates an authentic street-side presence. Stately main entry doors open into a spacious floor plan characterized by high ceiling clearances, abundant natural light, and a wealth of original wood millwork and architectural trim.

The main level floor plan is anchored by a fully updated culinary kitchen, which functions as the social heart of the home, equipped with modern appliances, ample cabinetry storage, and a large central preparation island topped with premium granite counters. For work-from-home flexibility, a dedicated first-floor office room features custom integrated bookshelves, providing a footprint that can easily adapt into a private library or a main-level guest bedroom.

The upper residential level accommodates three large bedrooms and full bathroom facilities. The primary bedroom suite includes direct stair access to a secondary, partially finished attic tier—offering a highly versatile flex space well-suited for an artisan studio, reading nook, private hobby lounge, or high-capacity organized storage.

The home occupies a beautifully proportioned 7,840-square-foot village lot that maximizes backyard utility. Exterior infrastructure is a major highlight, featuring a substantial detached garage outbuilding completely configured with an independent second-floor workshop studio. A secondary freestanding hobby shed provides extra space for tools, seasonal gear, or trade projects. Structurally, the main building has been upgraded with a highly durable, low-maintenance metal roof assembly for long-term weather protection and peace of mind.

📋 Property Specifications

💰 Price: $224,900

📍 Address: 24 W James St, Richfield Springs, NY 13439

📐 Interior Size: 2,350 sqft

🌳 Lot Size: 7,840 sqft (0.18 Acres)

🛏️ Bedrooms: 3

🛁 Bathrooms: 2 Full

🏗️ Year Built: 1900

🏠 Roofing: Upgraded Metal Roof System

🚗 Parking & Workshops: Detached Garage with 2nd-Floor Workspace + Separate Workshop Shed

🔍 Key Features & Details Explained

🏛️ 1900 Architectural Volume: Spanning 2,350 square feet, the heavy timber frame boasts the soaring ceiling clearances, oversized window apertures, and robust baseboard millwork typical of Otsego County’s historic golden era.

🍳 Upgraded Granite Culinary Center: The kitchen layout blends classic village warmth with modern function, introducing high-durability solid granite countertops, a massive social prep island, and updated appliance lines.

💼 Main-Floor Library/Office Flex Space: Built-in custom shelving transforms the first-floor study into a highly quiet remote workspace, isolating administrative or creative tasks from the upper sleeping quarters.

🔼 Primary Suite Attic Loft Extension: Bypassing traditional layout limits, the primary bedroom connects directly to an upper loft tier, creating an autonomous multi-level suite perfect for a private reading hideaway or creative art studio.

🛠️ Extensive Double-Tier Hobby Workshops: Unlike properties with basic storage sheds, this parcel features a full detached garage outbuilding engineered with a dedicated upper level workshop floor, offering an ideal canvas for woodworkers, mechanics, or artisans.

📍 Strategic Regional Corridor Proximity: Situated inside the quiet village grid, residents enjoy walking access to local shopping, parks, and historic mineral spring landmarks, while staying just a short, direct drive from the world-renowned museums and lakeside dining of Cooperstown.