1909 Toledo Victorian: Ostrich Towne Revival Located on the edge of Toledo’s “New Ostrich Towne” redevelopment, this 1909 residence offers a rare convergence of untouched interior fabric and burgeoning urban context. While the exterior presents a classic turn-of-the-century silhouette, the interior is a preservationist’s victory: the woodwork has largely escaped the white-paint trend of the…
Carved Mantels & Modern Mechanics This turn-of-the-century residence stands as a testament to the transition between Victorian ornamentation and 20th-century solidity. The interior is defined immediately by its joinery: a stunning arched entry frames the main staircase, a specific architectural flourish that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The front parlor retains…
High Wine District Landmark: A Monumental Restoration Available to the market for the first time in over seventy years, this residence in Peoria’s High Wine District is less a house and more a civic institution. Spanning a monumental 9,000 square feet, the structure commands over half an acre directly opposite Giant Oak Park. Its cultural…
Constructed c. 1898-1900 by noted builder John C. Stout, the C.A. Johnston House is a formidable example of the transition between Queen Anne massing and Neoclassical restraint. Located in the heart of the Tarboro Historic District, this nearly 5,000-square-foot residence represents one of the most significant preservation opportunities currently available in eastern North Carolina. The…
The Sease-Designed Queen Anne Sited on over an acre of Springfield’s prestigious Historic Walnut Street, this 1886 Queen Anne Victorian is a documented work by Colonel George Hartzell Sease. Spanning approximately 6,063 square feet, the residence is a testament to the grand domestic scale of the late 19th century, retaining the intricate woodwork, stained glass,…
The John T. Stevens House: A “Cotton King’s” Colonial Revival. Built in 1918, this 7,330 sq. ft. brick masterpiece at 116 N Matson St is the crown jewel of the Matson Street Historic District. It was commissioned by John T. Stevens, a legendary South Carolina industrialist who amassed a fortune in the cotton oil industry…
c. 1900 Brick Victorian: Preserved Millwork & Modern Function Situated in the heart of Punxsutawney, this turn-of-the-century residence (c. 1900) stands as a testament to the enduring quality of Victorian brick construction. The interior is defined by its substantial material integrity, showcasing the gorgeous, unpainted woodwork that is the hallmark of the era. From the…
Old West End Vernacular: Unpainted Millwork & Circular Flow Located in Toledo’s renowned Old West End Historic District, this c. 1900 residence offers a substantial 3,624 square feet of living space defined by its high degree of material integrity. The exterior presents the classic neighborhood invitation: a generous wrap-around porch that serves as a transitional…
Constructed in 1898, this Queen Anne Victorian preserves the specific architectural vocabulary of the turn of the century while addressing the practical necessities of modern living. The entryway sets the tone with an original hardwood door leading immediately into a parlor defined by the home’s signature feature: a set of curved turret windows. This architectural…
Commissioned in 1897 for Eli Winch and constructed by noted builder Hans Bille, this residence is a textbook definition of the Queen Anne style. The exterior massing is a study in late Victorian asymmetry, characterized by a pyramidal hipped roof, gabled wings, and a wrap-around porch defined by traditional turned spindlework. It stands not just…
Dating to 1891, this residence exemplifies the vertical ambition of the late Victorian era. The structure is defined by its complex roofline and, most notably, a striking three-story turret that anchors the elevation. This is not merely a decorative flourish; it provides a specific interior spatial experience and marks the home as a significant example…
This c. 1910 residence offers a study in early 20th-century domestic scale. Sited on a substantial 0.39-acre parcel (spanning nearly 2.5 standard lots), the home retains the generous spatial volume of its era, featuring four bedrooms capable of accommodating large furniture—a spatial luxury often missing in later bungalows. The interior is defined by preserved millwork…
While tax records often default to a generic “1900” date, the architectural evidence of this Albany residence suggests a provenance dating closer to 1878. For the historic home enthusiast, this property presents an incredibly rare scenario: a home where the decorative aesthetic of the late 19th century has not been stripped away. The interior retains…
This c. 1888 residence stands as a substantial example of Pittsburgh’s late 19th-century residential boom. Defined by complex massing—including turreted towers and steeply pitched gables—the structure commands its corner lot with the verticality expected of the era. The interior volume is generous, boasting ten-foot ceilings and the requisite heavy pocket doors that allow for the…
Built in 1892, the Bliss House stands among Denver’s most significant surviving Victorian residences. Commissioned by Dr. Gerald Bliss—first Surgeon General of the Colorado Territory—and designed by William Lang in partnership with Pugh, the house reflects a moment when architecture in Denver was both ambitious and deeply expressive. One of only five remaining Lang-designed homes…