The 5 Oldest Homes for Sale in the US Are All in New England
This is a whole different level of owning a piece of history. These five vintage homes are straight out of the 1600s. Yep, they’re older than America itself. Llet that sink in.
Realtor.com came up with a list of the oldest homes on the market, and they all happen to be in New England.
1. 8 Ferry Road in Salisbury, MA
Year built: 1680
Priced at $799,000, “The Moody House” has stained-glass windows, pumpkin pine floors, and a historic fireplace. Plus, there's an in-ground pool and a retro '90s kitchen. This ancient home has a solid mix of old and new.
2. 125 County Road in Plympton, MA
Year built: 1669
"The Stephen Bryant House” looks almost untouched by time, but has all the modern comforts. There are three bedrooms, working fireplaces, and a kitchen with modern appliances inside the $800,000 home. The yard sports a garage, herb gardens, and a chicken coop. It's perfect for someone seeking a vintage home combined with farm life.
3. 173 Highwoods Drive in Guilford, CT
Year built: 1660
Check out “The Pitkin Mansion.” This five-bedroom home is on nearly four acres with ancient dogwood trees, and is priced at $2,395,000. It’s got a pool, tennis court, and a garage with an apartment. That right there is history with a side of luxury.
4. 9 S Main Street in Essex, CT
Year built: 1647
“The Nathaniel Pratt Homestead” is all about blending old with new. Inside, you’ll find a fresh kitchen and bathrooms mixed with historic touches like wainscoting and exposed brick. The current listed price for this one is $1,895,000.
5. 9 Old Orchard Road in Newton, MA
Year built: 1645
“The Hammond House” is the granddaddy of them all. It's the oldest and the largest in terms of space (7,001 square feet) and price ($4,999,000). It has seven bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. There’s also a huge dining room and a pretty cool outdoor kitchen. Old-school charm meets modern-day luxury right here.
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