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1883 Italianate – Downs, KS (George E. Woodward)

8/24/19 2 Comments
Posted on OHD: 8/24/19. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
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701 Blunt St, Downs, KS 67437

This beautifully restored Victorian home, known as the Howell House is a landmark home located in the north central Kansas town of Downs, KS. Meticulous care has been taken during the homes renovation which was initiated in 2000. The home has been updated and modernized from head-to-toe while keeping the old world charm all intact. Overview of 701 Blunt St, Osborne, KS - 2,700 sq ft home - 5 Bedroom (4 2nd floor & 1 handicap accessible, main floor) - 5.5 Bathrooms - Beautiful hardwood floors throughout - Kitchen appliances included - Original entryway door (dated 1879) - NEW heating & air systems (one unit per floor) - Office - Laundry Room (Maytag washer & dryer combo included) - 3 x energy efficient water heaters - PEX plumbing - NEW wiring - NEW double-pane windows with transferable warranty - Oversize 2-car garage - Partial basement - 2 x beautiful sitting porches - NEW roof in 2011
5 Bed ∙ 5.5 Bath ∙ 2,697 Sq Ft ∙ 0.24 Ac.
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