Built in 1639, a Connecticut Colonial for $649K Is the Week’s Oldest Property
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One of the most historic homes in Milford, CT, is also the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®.
The residence features several fireplaces, although the owner is not sure if they work, according to the listing. The 1,946-square-foot space does need some updating, and buyers are encouraged to do their own due diligence.
Other oldies on the market this week include a center-chimney Cape in New Hampshire, a former stagecoach stop in New Jersey, and a Massachusetts home rumored to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad.
Scroll down for a full look at this week’s 10 oldest homes.
1. 34 Buick Ave, Milford, CT
Price: $649,000
Year built: 1639
The Buick House: This three-bedroom abode is one of the oldest homes in town.
Lots of period details still remain here, including a granite beehive oven in the living room and wide-plank flooring throughout. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, along with another cozy fireplace.
A large, detached barn can also be found on the 2-acre lot.
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2. 139 Elfreths Aly, Philadelphia, PA
Price: $1,088,000
Year built: 1703
Petite townhouse: This two-bedroom townhome is small on space but large on history.
With just 912 square feet of living space, the compact layout features modern updates and historic details. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the townhouse comes with an updated kitchen, shower, and bedrooms.
Potential options for use include a rental property, studio, or exhibition space.
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3. 14 Garden Path, Doylestown, PA
Price: $1,075,000
Year built: 1730
Pine Tree Farm: This six-bedroom farmhouse boasts built-ins, wide-plank flooring, exposed-beam ceilings, and fireplaces, along with lots of modernizations.
The 5,356-square-foot home features a great room in the original portion of the house that has a stone fireplace. An updated kitchen has wall ovens, a built-in desk, and a butler’s pantry. Take in views of the wooded backyard with a pond from the flagstone patio or sunroom.
The monthly homeowners association fee includes landscaping, maintenance of the pond, and snow removal.
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4. 6 Courthouse Rd, Amherst, NH
Price: $869,000
Year built: 1774
New England Colonial: This charming Colonial has been thoughtfully modernized over the years.
The three-bedroom home on an acre lot features a living room with a fireplace and built-ins. The dining room has wainscoting, exposed-beam ceiling, and fireplace. The bright and airy kitchen boasts high-end appliances, a skylight, and granite countertops.
The family room also has a fireplace and built-in cabinets.
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5. 7059 Elementary Rd, Coopersburg, PA
Price: $995,000
Year built: 1775
Stone and log farmhouse: This two-bedroom home sits on nearly 49 acres and includes a stone bank barn with a cold storage room, a workshop, and a pole barn.
The 2,256-square-foot house still has an original stone fireplace, with a stove insert and exposed logs. An addition was constructed circa 1860, with another addition completed more recently.
You can take in the serene views of the massive property from the covered front porch.
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6. 666 Middle Rte, Gilmanton, NH
Price: $650,000
Year built: 1780
Center-chimney Cape: Located on 43 acres, this massive home comes with an attached barn and garage.
Inside, the 2,086 square feet of living space features the original wide-pine flooring and four fireplaces. A modern kitchen has cherry cabinets, slate countertops, and a wood stove.
The property could be suitable for farming or potentially subdivided.
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7. 57 Bissell Rd, Tewksbury Township, NJ
Price: $1,249,000
Year built: 1780
The Ridge Farm: This world-class equestrian training facility was once a former stagecoach stop.
The five-bedroom Colonial still features lots of historic details, including hand-hewn beams and wide-plank flooring. Updates include a modernized kitchen. There’s also a pool on the spacious 8-acre lot.
This equestrian lover’s dream property also comes with more than 36 stalls, an indoor and outdoor riding arena, nine paddocks, and tack rooms.
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8. 28 Main St, Hancock, NH
Price: $599,000
Year built: 1787
Fiddleheads Cafe: This historic restaurant comes with a three-bedroom apartment.
The main floor features a restaurant with a “front-of-house kitchen with refrigerated display cases, a rear full kitchen for food preparation and cooking,” according to the listing. There’s also a freezer, refrigerator, and dry storage.
The three-bedroom, one-bath dwelling located upstairs offers a private kitchen and living and dining areas. It could provide a unique opportunity to live on-site while operating a business.
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9. 14 W Dover St, Nantucket, MA
Price: $3,300,000
Year built: 1800
Renovated island home: This three-level, five-bedroom retreat has been beautifully restored.
The 4,295-square-foot floor plan features a gorgeous chef’s kitchen with marble countertops. There’s a double-sided fireplace, a curved staircase, and restored hardwood flooring. Custom built-ins include bunk beds, shelving, and drawers.
A spacious patio out back offers an inground hot tub.
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10. 157 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA
Price: $2,950,000
Year built: 1800
The Martin House: This charming five-bedroom home was once owned by a sea captain.
Rumored to have been a safe house on the Underground Railroad, according to the listing, the West End property also operated as a restaurant. It was converted back to a single-family residence in 2010.
It features four fireplaces and restored original woodwork. A primary bedroom has a cathedral ceiling with exposed beams.
The covered trellis out back provides a sweet spot for al fresco dining.
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