The historic Free School House in Gloucester, VA, is the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®.
Built in 1650 for the “maintenance of a free school,” the two-bedroom home is said to have paved the way for today’s public schools. The original brick used to construct the house is now a design feature in the living and dining rooms.
Other antique gems on the market this week include a stone farmhouse in Pennsylvania, an affordable Colonial in New Jersey, and a home on the famed Rainbow Row in Charleston, SC.
Scroll down for a full look at this week’s 10 oldest homes.
1. 9626 and 9630 Robins Neck Rd, Gloucester, VA
Price: $1,260,000
Year built: 1650
Free School House’: This is the restored home of Henry Peasley, who made a bequest in the 17th century to establish a free school.
The original home features interior brick walls, two fireplaces, and restored hardwood floors. The enormous, 53-acre waterfront property sits on two parcels: One features the main home and pier that fronts Free School Creek; the second parcel also boasts water frontage, and includes a 1934 cottage that offers views of the Severn River.
You can enjoy spectacular vistas of the property from the spacious sunroom that overlooks a private backyard.
Gloucester, VA
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2. 552 Forest St, Marshfield, MA
Price: $1,200,000
Year built: 1700
Equestrian estate: This historic South Shore home has been well maintained over the years, yet still features many period details.
A spacious family room boasts a cathedral ceiling, exposed beams, and an adorable loft that could be used as a home office. The gorgeous rustic kitchen has wide-plank pine flooring and a soaring ceiling. A primary bedroom can be found on the first floor with three more upstairs.
The 3-acre property includes a stream with a goldfish pond, a guesthouse, a three-stall barn with tack room, and a three-car garage. The listing has already attracted a contingent offer.
Marshfield, MA
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3. 650 Rife Rd, East Berlin, PA
Price: $1,200,000
Year built: 1700
Beautiful brownstone: This four-bedroom farmhouse features lots of original stone and brick.
An equestrian lover’s dream, the 30-acre lot boasts an indoor riding arena, a pond, fenced pastures, an original bank barn, and riding trails. While there aren’t a lot of interior photos available, we can see that at least one bathroom was modernized. The property is just 15 minutes away from Gettsyburg.
The listing states that the home “is currently in the finishing stages of complete renovations.”
East Berlin, PA
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4. 11 Ploughed Neck Ext, East Sandwich, MA
Price: $899,000
Year built: 1705
Freeman Homestead: This Cape Cod abode on an acre parcel has been owned by just four families.
The four-bedroom house has four fireplaces, wide-plank pine floors, and a beehive oven. The 2,182 square feet of space have been updated over the years, but original details remain. There’s an exposed-beam ceiling and a wood stove in the country kitchen.
The barn features an entertainment area on the first floor and a sleeping area on the upper level.
East Sandwich, MA
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5. 85 Church St, Hamilton, NJ
Price: $399,000
Year built: 1740
North Crosswicks Colonial: This affordable, three-bedroom home features many period details, including exposed-beam ceilings.
The cozy living room has a decorative fireplace, while the dining room boasts a built-in cabinet. An updated kitchen now features custom cabinets and granite countertops. The walk-up attic can be accessed by two staircases.
Head outside and relax by the pool, or enjoy the views from the spacious deck.
Hamilton, NJ
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6. 132 Range Rd, Windham, NH
Price: $975,000
Year built: 1746
Barn manor: This property features a main home and two auxiliary apartments with a private entrance.
The Pennsylvania Dutch Colonial has been updated over the years. The 5,088 square feet of space include eight bedrooms, hidden closets, fireplaces, built-ins, exposed stone walls, and wood floors. An upstairs primary suite has a fireplace and a sitting room, which could be used as a home office or nursery.
The two apartments with separate utilities could be used to accommodate extended family or generate rental income.
Windham, NH
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7. 6 Union St, Sag Harbor, NY
Price: $10,995,000
Year built: 1760
Capt. John Hulbert House: This five-bedroom home was built for Revolutionary War Capt. John Hulbert and his family. He is believed to have designed the original prototype of the U.S. flag.
The 6,000-square-foot interior has been completely updated and restored over the years. The original elements that remain include hand-hewn beams, built-in cabinetry, moldings, two staircases, and eight masonry fireplaces. The four-story home is equipped with an elevator.
Luxury finishes include restored Venetian plaster, a roof deck, and a full-service butler’s pantry. The second-floor primary bedroom offers a private mahogany deck.
Sag Harbor, NY
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8. 424 Bronck Mill Rd, Coxsackie, NY
Price: $899,900
Year built: 1763
Stone home: This three-bedroom stone home boasts wide-plank floors, exposed beams, and three fireplaces.
The 2,300-square-foot dwelling is located in upstate New York. It features many built-ins for extra storage, and the upstairs primary bedroom has a cathedral ceiling and exposed beams.
There’s a beautiful patio out back to take in views of the 7-acre parcel.
Coxsackie, NY
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9. 92 Washington St, New London, CT
Price: $209,900
Year built: 1763
Capt. William Coit House: This is the three-bedroom home of a famed Revolutionary War captain.
The second-oldest house in New London is also where Benedict Arnold is said to have visited around the time of the Raid of New London in 1781. The 1,439-square-foot home has been renovated throughout the years and now offers an updated kitchen, arched ceilings, and exposed beams. There are five fireplaces.
The roof has been relaid using Canadian white cedar shingles, and most of the windows have been updated.
New London, CT
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10. 93 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Price: $3,475,000
Year built: 1779
The James Cook House: This gorgeous, three-bedroom Georgian home sits prominently on historic Rainbow Row.
Modernizations over the years have paved the way for a chef’s kitchen with lots of cabinets and a third-floor primary suite with a coffee bar. Historic details remaining throughout the 2,855-square-foot home include exposed brick walls, lots of fireplaces, beam ceilings, and restored hardwoods.
The garden also features remnants of the original kitchen and a cistern, according to the listing. The four-story home already has a contingent offer.
Charleston, SC
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