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1876 Italianate in Cairo, IL

12/30/19 19 Comments
Posted on OHD: 12/30/19. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
This has since "Sold" and is now archived for historical reference and educational purposes.
National Register Property

2606 Washington Ave, Cairo, IL 62914

This house owned by Tom Halliday offers a quiet and private retreat into Victorian Elegance. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places for historic significance, this 1876 Italianate mansion boasts a large lawn along a brick boulevard once known as Millionaires Row . the interior is spacious and sunny. All the Victorian amenities are here: 8 fireplaces, wood floors, ornate plaster moldings on high ceilings and a stately cherry staircase. Elaborate cornices, veranda's and woodwork adorn the two story brick exterior. Roof is 10 +/- years old. House is being sold As Is
4 Bed ∙ 2.5 Bath ∙ 5,568 Sq Ft ∙ 1.09 Ac.
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