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1896 – Red Oak, IA

2/28/17 42 Comments
Posted on OHD: 2/28/17. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
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810 E Corning St, Red Oak, IA 51566

A crown jewel of Red Oak, Iowa in the middle of the Heritage Hill Tour area, this Victorian home was built in 1896 By Thomas D. Murphy and has been occupied by a member of the Murphy family for 120 years. Charm and class are found throughout the home. There are 5 bedrooms and 2+ baths and over 4300 sq feet, including a beautiful dining room with beamed ceiling and built in buffet. The home has a library room with leaded glass cabinets which held over 8000 books, a basement family room paneled with wormwood cedar. Large rooms, two stair cases, and a walk-up attic that holds endless possibles. Don't miss your chance at a truly unique home. Make your appointment to view this property today!
5 Bed 2.5 Bath 4,330 Sq Ft 0.38 Ac.
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