Built in 1682, a Maine Waterfront Home Is the Week’s Oldest Property
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A waterfront Dutch gambrel in York, ME, is the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®.
Overlooking the North Basin of the York River, this beauty offers pristine views of the Maine coastline. The sizable home has been updated over the years, but lots of period details remain.
Other dwellings to hit the market this week include a home operating as a bed-and-breakfast in Maine, a brick farmhouse on 71 acres in Pennsylvania, and a riverfront home in Rhode Island.
Scroll down for a full look at this week’s 10 oldest homes.
1. 12 Barrell Lane Ext, York, ME
Price: $3,900,000
Year built: 1682
York Harbor: This spacious Dutch gambrel offers waterfront views of a private peninsula.
The six-bedroom home boasts 4,321 square feet of updated space. Historic details include three fireplaces, restored hardwood floors, a staircase, and built-in cabinetry. The modern kitchen features wide-board pine floors and lots of windows to soak in the natural light.
Enjoy scenic vistas from the front porch or back decks.
York, MERealtor.com
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2. 13-15 Bartlett St Unit 2, Beverly, MA
Price: $380,000
Year built: 1727
Charming condo: This one-bedroom, one-bath, 866-square-foot abode features coastal living in an antique setting—with added modern stylings and appliances. The unit’s exposed-wood beams, exposed brick, and two fireplaces contrast its thoughtful updates and additions, such as recessed lighting and an updated kitchen. Sliding glass doors lead out to a deck and backyard.
The unit has a private entrance, creating a single-family feel. Plus, the buyer will enjoy the benefits of a homeowners association. The convenient locale is close to restaurants, beaches, parks, and the commuter rail.
Beverly, MARealtor.com
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3. 277 Main St Unit 1, Ogunquit, ME
Price: $1,850,000
Year built: 1720
Black Boar Inn and Bistro: This seven-bedroom Colonial features original pocket shutters and eight fireplaces.
Currently operating as a bed-and-breakfast, this 3,319-square-foot turnkey home still features lots of historic details. The wide-board pine floors, built-in cabinets and bookshelves, and exposed-beam ceilings all have been preserved. A fireplace in the kitchen is still used for cooking, and there’s a bar area where guests can enjoy a drink.
Located in the center of town, the property is within walking distance of the beach, shops, art galleries, and the Ogunquit Playhouse.
Ogunquit, MERealtor.com
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4. 828 River Rd, Upper Mt Bethel Township, PA
Price: $895,000
Year built: 1750
Riverdale House: This five-bedroom, brick farmhouse features wide-plank floors and a picturesque nonworking fireplace in the living room.
A beautiful wood stove serves as the focal point of the open kitchen. The bright and airy dining area nearby is surrounded by windows. There is a guest suite on the first floor, with four more bedrooms upstairs.
The 71-acre property sits just 400 feet from the Delaware River and also comes with a two-bedroom guesthouse.
Upper Mt Bethel Township, PARealtor.com
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5. 660 Great Rd, Lincoln, RI
Price: $698,000
Year built: 1750
Riverfront residence: This five-bedroom home has been thoughtfully modernized over the years.
Historic details throughout the 2,747 square feet of space boast three fireplaces, restored hardwood floors, and a gorgeous staircase. Modernizations include a new kitchen, updated bathrooms, and new windows. Take in views of the Mossasuck River from the multilevel deck, which also features a hot tub.
After less than a week on the market, the property already has a contingent offer.
Lincoln, RIRealtor.com
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6. 72 Hodgdon St, Damariscotta, ME
Price: $795,000
Year built: 1754
Restored Cape: This historic, four-bedroom Cape still features original moldings, doors, and exposed-beam ceilings.
The 3,040-square-foot home has three fireplaces, including one in the kitchen. A breezeway connects to a spacious family room with a cathedral ceiling and a spiral staircase that leads to a loft bedroom.
The 4-acre property comes with solar panels and a wind turbine designed to minimize heating and cooling costs.
Damariscotta, MERealtor.com
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7. 1910 Brucetown Rd, Clear Brook, VA
Price: $900,000
Year built: 1755
Timberlake House and Farm: George Washington and Gen. Edward Braddock are said to have visited this four-bedroom home during the French and Indian War.
The original portion of the home still features the 18th-century split logs that once housed Mary Littler’s Tavern.
Throughout the 4,570 square feet of space, there are restored hardwood floors, several fireplaces, exposed-beam ceilings, and built-in bookcases. A modern kitchen boasts granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. All of the bathrooms were recently renovated, and there is even a separate doggy shower.
Sitting on 7 acres in the northern Shenandoah Valley, the spacious home also features a one-bedroom suite. The room’s separate entrance makes it ideal for hosting extended family or friends. A shared pond with a private dock, woodshed, two barns, and a smokehouse are also situated on the property.
Clear Brook, VARealtor.com
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8. 260 Pottersville Rd, Chester Township, NJ
Price: $3,875,000
Year built: 1770
Black River Farm: This five-bedroom Colonial Revival was expanded in the 1800s and has been thoughtfully preserved over the years.
The 5,489-square-foot home features lots of original architectural details, including restored hardwood floors and several fireplaces. An expanded kitchen now offers a large island and is just steps from a cozy sitting area with a fireplace. A wood-paneled office with a fireplace offers the perfect spot to work from home.
The 52-acre property includes a newly renovated, two-bedroom cottage; an enormous bank barn designed to host social events; and a pool pavilion with an outdoor kitchen. There’s also a chicken coop and an equipment barn with garage space for two vehicles.
Chester Township, NJRealtor.com
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9. 611 Mantua Blvd, Sewell, NJ
Price: $650,000
Year built: 1772
Jersey Iron Stone Home: This five-bedroom, fieldstone farmhouse features many period details, including exposed beams, hand-hewn rafters, iron door hinges, a milk door, and woodwork.
An appealing kitchen was recently renovated and now boasts a hammered copper sink and an antique baker’s table. Oak hardwood floors are found throughout the 2,838-square-foot home, along with three fireplaces.
The 4-acre property also includes a one-bedroom carriage house, plus a three-stall barn with a tack room and extra storage space.
Sewell, NJRealtor.com
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10. 314 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia, PA
Price: $725,000
Year built: 1780
Old City neighborhood: Located just 5 minutes from the Liberty Bell and Betsy Ross House, this three-bedroom, brick-front townhome features lots of charm and history.
Throughout the 1,343 square feet of updated space, you will find preserved wide-plank hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry, and arched ceilings with exposed beams. A skylit modern kitchen has been revamped over the years to offer granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances.
A fenced, brick-paver patio out back provides a cozy spot to enjoy morning coffee.
Philadelphia, PARealtor.com
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