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1895 Jail – Bedford, PA – $394,900

201 W Penn St, Bedford, PA 15522

Are you looking for an exceptionally unique property? Well once upon a time this building housed the criminals and characters of interest of Bedford County and local travelers being originally built in 1895 to be the Bedford County Jail. This property offers a great location and endless possibilities for someone with a little imagination, such as a theme restaurant, boutique, delightful cafe, bed and breakfast, restaurant, Pub, and so much more. Situated in historic Bedford County, being centrally located between major cities and minutes to the PA turnpike and I-99.

01/21/2019 53

Posted on 01/21/2019

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1898 Church – Sergeantsville, NJ – $349,000

522 Rosemont Ringoes Rd, Sergeantsville, NJ 08559

Unique Church Property located in Beautiful Downtown Sergeantsville. Currently used as both a Church and a Cultural Arts Center. Zoned Village1, Building can be used for current use or converted to a Residential Home according to the Zoning Regulations. The Sanctuary is large enough (47x27) to seat 155 People with a Grand 19 Foot Cathedral Ceiling of Dark Wainscot. The Sanctuary is separated from the Transcept/Overflow Room by a huge Wooden Pocket Door. Amazing Original Woodwork, Stained Glass Windows and Much More. There is a two story addition to the Sanctuary that Features a Full Kitchen, Large Dining Area and an office upstairs. Downstairs is a Meeting Room, 3 Offices, a Storag...

01/17/2019 6

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c. 1845 Charcoal House – Bel Air, MD – $189,000

2608 Creswell Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015

Come and see this stone house known as the Charcoal House which is part of the historic site of Harford Furnace. This house is on the Historic Register and the plaque is at the side door. This home is on over 8 acres in the woods overlooking James Run creek. Features include 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a living room fireplace, deep window wells, stone walls, fencing, front and back brick and stone patios and a 3 season porch with cooking capabilities, 2 separate garages holding 5 cars with work space, a carport and a circular driveway. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Offers to be made in HomePath. See the mls documents section for offer information. Contact the listing ag...

01/11/2019 4

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1827 Lighthouse – Jonesport, ME – $249,000

Mistake Island Beach, Jonesport, ME 04649

It is no surprise Alexander Milliken chose this spot for Moose Peak Light. The command of the ocean is breathtaking and unforgettable. This is a unique chance to own your own lighthouse with a chance to build a cottage nearby. ...

01/08/2019 17

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1895 School – Stafford Springs, CT – $169,900

263 East St, Stafford Springs, CT 06076

Great Redevelopement Opportunity. The Pinney School / Stafford Board Of Education Building Is Available For Sale. Great Space, Large Rooms High Ceilings, Full Basement, Large Parking Lot, Private Well, Public Sewer Connected, Stone Walls, Impressive Entrance, And Back-Up Generator. CT DOT Traffic Count Of Over 4,200 Daily, Zoned AA Residential, Most Uses Will Need Variance Approval. Being Sold By The Town Of Stafford AS-IS, WHERE IS. ...

12/26/2018 6

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1885 Mill – Brockton, Ontario, Canada – $592,874

4575 Bruce Rd, Brockton, Ontario

Located in Paisley, one of Ontario's top 25 prettiest villages. This iconic historical saw mill is being offered for sale after years of extensive renovations. Approximately 35 acres of treed land with over 2 km of riverfront on the Teeswater River. Stunning millpond with exceptional fishing. Walking distance to the village. This mill contains a residence with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms... high loft ceilings and incredible views. Currently housing Nature's Millworks, a one of a kind gallery and gift shop featuring work from over 300 local artists. 20 minutes to Bruce power and the shores of Lake Huron. This property lends itself to many possible ventures, including micro brewery, r...

12/20/2018 2

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1884 Church – Kingston, NY – $780,000

21 Fitch St, Kingston, NY 12401

A unique live-work opportunity in one of the Hudson Valley's hottest areas: This renovated 19th Century church in Kingston's waterfront Rondout district features 6,500 square feet of stunning space on 2 levels -- the main sanctuary space with its original Gothic timber trusses and stained-glass altar windows, plus a light-filled and spacious ground floor that's being renovated to include an open kitchen and luxury bathroom. Once home to the Parish of the Holy Name of Jesus, a staple of community life when the Rondout was home to workers on the D&H Canal and Kingston's bluestone industry, the building still stands out as an architectural treasure among the hip restaurants, galleries...

12/18/2018 2

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1836 Church – Yarmouth Port, MA – $625,000

17 Church St Yarmouth Port, MA 02675

The Strawberry Hill Meeting House, a 1836 Universalist Church, was purchased by renowned set designers, Herbert Senn Helen Pond in the 1973, and over the years, came to life as a magical, single family residence. With fabulous attention to detail both inside and out, this wonderful property is nestled on a small country road, just off Rte 6A in the heart of Yarmouth Port Village close to Cape Cod Bay. Short walk to nearby restaurants, museums library. The interior walls and vaulted ceilings have been painstakingly decorated in the trompe loeil style, and one has to almost touch the surfaces to tell if it is carved moldings or a painted illusion. The dramatic, main room features the...

12/15/2018 24

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c. 1820 Mill – Mansfield, NJ – $899,900

1826 1818-1830 Rt 57-3 Houses, Mansfield, NJ 07840

Historic Beattystown Mill Estate encompassing over 900' of river frontage,2 additional homes, & a carriage house.The stone mill features a loft sytle living space with massive exposed hand hewn beams, stone walls, an entire wall of glass,wide plank flooring 2 stone fireplaces,4 bedrooms and a pub for entertaining. The millrace, which originally powered the gristmill's grinding stone, still flows under what is now the living room, dramatically visible through an arched stone window with a seating area. Sparing no details or amenities. The property also includes the Miller's House and General Store which are both 2 bedroom rentals which provide approximately $25K of income.

12/12/2018 9

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1853 Church – Bath, ME – $285,000

1172 Washington St, Bath, ME 04530

Beautiful historic 1853 church with floor to ceiling handcrafted stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, wood choir loft and curved, double oak staircase. Sanctuary holds gorgeous antique wooden pews while the basement offers a full commercial kitchen, nursery, office & large community room. Elevator & handicap restrooms provide accessibility for everyone. Front yard ready for landscaping and ample parking round out this wonderful opportunity for your organization or non profit to own space in the desirable community of Bath. ...

11/28/2018 14

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1846 School – Edgecomb, ME

245 River Rd, Edgecomb, ME 04556

Updated 1846 Brick Schoolhouse with a 1967 addition, next to the Colby Preserve . History and charm in the large School House living area with many possibilities. Newer kitchen is now in one of the original two bedrooms. Can be re-figured for your own living arrangement. ...

11/17/2018 10

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1878 – Vergennes, VT – $179,000

48 Plank Rd, Vergennes, VT 05491

Located in the perfect location for a home occupation that needs high visibility and traffic count to drive your new business. Located just south of Vergennes, this land mark property has been a destination Antique Collectors dream for decades and is now available at a very attractive price for other uses. ...

11/13/2018 6

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1864 School/Masonic Lodge – Millville, CA – $250,000

23673 Whitmore Rd, Millville, CA 96062

Own a piece of history with one of the oldest buildings in Shasta County- built in 1864! Original schoolhouse and Masonic Lodge in the heart of Millville. Mixed use zoning would allow for many possible uses including residential or boutique Airbnb. County will need plans/engineering before occupancy is allowed. Great project for someone with vision. Owner will carry w/$80,000 down @6% for 5 years. ...

11/02/2018 4

Posted on 11/02/2018

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1895 Jail – Bedford, PA – $394,900

1898 Church – Sergeantsville, NJ – $349,000

c. 1845 Charcoal House – Bel Air, MD – $189,000

1827 Lighthouse – Jonesport, ME – $249,000

1895 School – Stafford Springs, CT – $169,900

1885 Mill – Brockton, Ontario, Canada – $592,874

1884 Church – Kingston, NY – $780,000

1836 Church – Yarmouth Port, MA – $625,000

c. 1820 Mill – Mansfield, NJ – $899,900

1853 Church – Bath, ME – $285,000

1846 School – Edgecomb, ME

1878 – Vergennes, VT – $179,000

1864 School/Masonic Lodge – Millville, CA – $250,000