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1889 – Sioux Falls, SD

6/26/13 28 Comments
Posted on OHD: 6/26/13. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
This has since "Sold" and is now archived for historical reference and educational purposes.
National Register Property

103 S Prairie Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Rare Opportunity to finish the Renovation of this rugged cut granite and quartzite home. Own a part of Sioux Falls History known as The Avery House! Built by Wallace L. Dow in 1889. The architecture is Richardsonian Romanesque and is registered on the National Register of Historic Places in Sioux Falls Historic District. 5 bedrooms all on the second level, 2 1/2 baths & 2 fireplaces. The 3rd story of this home adds the opportunity to use your imagination and create additional living space. The entry features a detailed open staircase & ornate wood burning fireplace. Formal dining room, formal living room with a mirror accented wood burning fireplace & main floor family room. Stained glass windows, hardwood floors & original woodwork. Huge corner lot with black metal ornamental fence with 2-gate arbor & arched top. New 120,000 BTU Forced Air Furnace & Gas 50-Gallon Water Heater. Walls & ceilings ready for cloth wall paper or paint. Oak floors ready for stain. New plumbing in both baths.
5 Bed ∙ 3 Bath ∙ 3,810 Sq Ft ∙ 0.37 Ac.
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