10 Historical Philadelphia Area Homes

These properties range from the early 1700s to the late 1800s – with great renovation jobs that have brought it to its original glory with a twist of modern comfort. Each of these homes has a story, so be sure to check them out below.

111 E Mahoning St | $425,000

111 E Mahoning St, Danville, PA
Listing agent: Janet Hummer

Majestic Historical Brick home with 3 finished levels of living space. Bright and spacious sun room. Updated kitchen with breakfast bar,original woodwork and molding throughout.

 

Size: 3,740 sf

 

Price: $425,000

 

Listing details: Owners have invested a lot of care and time to maintain the original construction and historical integrity of this exquisite home.

 

Contact: Janet Hummer, Villager Realty, +1 570.275.8440

543 Centennial Av | $599,900

543 Centennial Ave, Sewickley, PA
Listing agent: Lori Ummer

EXACTLY This stunning Colonial style home built in 1861 has perfect updates while maintaining the original character of the home. Upon entry, you are greeted by stunning hardwood floors that lead you back to the completely updated, fully equipped kitchen with quartz counter tops, glass tile backslash and farmers sink.

 

Size: 2,580 sf

 

Price: $599,900

 

Listing details: Enjoy the natural light that enters the living room and dining room through the beautiful windows. Decorative fireplaces that exist in the living room, dining room, and master bedroom only add to the warmth of the home.

 

Contact: Lori UmmerColdwell Banker, +1 724.610.8801

Listing agent: Matthew Stauffer

This magnificent Stone Mansion was built in 1799 with much care, skill and detail by amazing craftsman and been brought back to its original glory! This incredible home sits on over an acre and a half with beautiful views and plenty of outdoor space for almost any function. The driveway t is on a cul-de-sac with a newly paved driveway leading to the front of the house, plenty of parking and the side entrance two car garage.

 

Size: 5,511  sf

 

Price: $799,000

 

Listing details: This 7 bedroom 4 bath home has a large entryway inviting you into the totally remodeled from top to bottom home. The first floor features a large living room, family room and dining room with beautifully refinished walnut hardwood floors. Walk into the brand new kitchen featuring custom cabinetry,marble floors, exquisite quartz counter tops, tile backslash , amazing island with a hand sink, all new appliances and custom lighting!

 

Contact: Matthew Stauffer, United Realty, +1 484-269-6612

Fascinating Historical Mansion | $799,900

1164 Marticville Rd, Pequea, PA
Listing agent: Shane Kuhns

A rare opportunity to own a piece of history! Take a walk back in time to an incredible property steeped in a rich, well documented history! The Mar tic Forge Mansion, ca. 1715 – 1815. This 7-bedroom 2-bathroom home is situated on 4.3 acres and boasts over 5,400 SF of living space, several fireplaces and much of the original woodwork, including butterfly cabinet sin pristine condition.

 

Size: 5,264 sf

 

Price: $799,900

 

Listing details: The home offers a main floor bedroom and full bath, formal dining, a spacious kitchen, and a true great room with a grand fireplace.The water for the property is supplied by a freshwater spring pumped from one of the oldest two-story spring houses still standing in Pennsylvania! The property also offers a detached tenant/guest house.

 

Contact: Shane Kuhns, Shane Kuhns Team, +1 717.283.3999

Welcome To The Farmhouse!| $809,000

668 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA
Listing agent: Amanda M. Helwig

The history of this homestead abounds, from influential owners to the importance of the Valley Green area, originally known as Farmar’s Town, in the development of White marsh. This half-acre home that sits across from Ft. Washington State Park has afford edit the same historic views for hundreds of years.

 

Size: 3,739 sf

 

Price: $809,000

 

Listing details: When early settlers arrived, like Major Jasper Farmar’s family in 1685, they found the“Minsi trail”, a Le nape Indian trail that stretched from Philadelphia to beyond Bethlehem. Now called Bethlehem Pike, possibly the oldest road in the country.

 

Contact: Amanda M. Helwig, Dan Helwig Inc. Realty, +1 215.233.5000

Captivating Federal Style Colonial Home | $895,000

30 E Wall St, Bethlehem City, PA
Listing agent: Gina Kelechava

In the heart of Historic Bethlehem is sited this c.1860 Federal Style Colonial that has been thoughtfully renovated, blending authentic features with state-of-the-art amenities. Restored original pine floors grace every level of-the home which has been expanded to create open living spaces.

 

Size: 3,472 sf

 

Price: $895,000

 

Listing details: A fabulous kitchen featuring a spacious island, quart site counters, Meile appliances & custom cabinets opens to a dining room supported by a new steel beam. New brick patio with cedar fence & lighting’s private and serene.

 

Contact: Gina KelechavaRE/MAX,  +1 484.357.8215

Historic Stone Home | $899,900

1250 Ridge Rd, Pottstown, PA
Listing agent: Mark A Reale

Historic stone home and stone bank barn–live in, work in, or even rent one or both buildings. Both house and barn date back to 1812, with home listed on the National Historic Register. Central air and heat in both buildings–and both are move-in ready! Main home has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths,4 working fireplaces, high velocity air conditioning, and a wonderful modern extension with gas fireplace.

 

Size: 4,036 sf

 

Price: $899,900

 

Listing details: Chester County-style bank barn has central air and heat, with full kitchen, 1.5 baths, master bedroom suite, and loft living or sleeping area. Barn can also be used as an office, rental for supplemental income, or event space.

 

Contact: Mark A Reale,  Mark Reale Team, +1 610-308-9500

233 N Union St | $950,000

233 N Union St, Kennett Square, PA
Listing agent: Jayne Bair

1876 Victorian in Historic Kennett Square.

 

Size: 3,300 sf

 

Price: $950,000

 

Listing details: Wood floors, original hardware, and back yard oasis with in ground pool on 1 acre.

 

Contact: Jayne Bair, Century 21, +1 484.888.2977

Welcome Home! | $999,000

9043 Mountain Rd, Alburtis, PA
Listing agent: Stephanie Adam

Circa 1800 Authentic MAPLE GROVE grist mill converted to a large 4 story home with a beautiful event barn or B & B . All this on 3.4 acres with a 30 car parking lot. There are 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in the grist midland 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and full kitchen in the event barn. There is a 3 stall horse barn and pond with 2 streams.

 

Size: 4,916 sf

 

Price: $999,000

 

Listing details: The property is located 1/2 mile from Bear Creek Ski and resort center. This property is one of a kind and has great potential for all kinds of business ventures.

 

Contact: Stephanie Adam, RE/MAX, +1 610-781-1153

You're Buying More Than A Home | $2,300,000

347 Maple Ave, Doylestown, PA
Listing agent: Heather Walton

Welcome to the James Beckman Home, circa 1883…sitting proudly at 347 Maple Avenue in the Historic District of Doyles town Borough! This is one of those Maple Avenue homes that you have admired for years.

 

Size: 4,070 sf

 

Price: $2,300,000

 

Listing details: You’ve seen it on the Doyles town Christmas Tours and Home & Garden Tours…and now it could be yours! Pride of ownership is evident…every square inch of this magnificent property! This 4,070 sq ft., 3-story Victorian offers 9 1/2 ‘ceilings, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 2 half baths.

 

Contact: Heather Walton, Class-Harlan Realty, +1 215-272-2632