Homes built long before America was established are few.
In the spirit of tradition this holiday season, Realtor.com has unveiled the five oldest homes currently for sale in the US — all of them standing proud since the 1600s.
These abodes, dating back to not long after the inaugural Thanksgiving feast in Plymouth, Mass., boast remarkable conditions, inviting you to step into a slice of history this holiday season.
One is a grand riverfront estate, another is a quick commute by boat to Boston, and another still has a tavern on the property.
All of these historic homes date back to the 17th century Colonial-era — taking you to a time before America was even established.
Glastonbury, CT: 1224 Main St – $369,999
Constructed in 1682, this two-bedroom Colonial, initially a refuge against attacks, was relocated near Glastonbury in 1974.
Original features like millwork, flooring, and fireplaces have been preserved, despite some restoration needs. With new updates and a touch of TLC, it’s a gem waiting to shine.
Medfield, MA: 661 Main St – $569,000
With its Colonial-era charm intact, this three-bedroom cottage flaunts original beams and hardwood floors. Modern conveniences blend seamlessly with history, boasting updated bathrooms and a cozy wood-burning stove. Plus, it’s a mere half-mile from downtown Medfield.
Known as the Lucy Bran” House, the property was built back in 1670.
The home features original ceiling beams, wide-plank hardwood floors, a Tomahawk front door, granite steps, and detached barn, which the listing notes “evoke sentiments of long ago – a much simpler time.”
The home served as inspiration for famous painting, “Roadside Cottage.
Wenham, MA: 162 Cherry St – $1,050,000
The Newman-Fiske-Dodge House, standing tall since 1658, exudes historic grandeur with oak wood beams, brick fireplaces, and a barn.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it features a bright kitchen, five bedrooms, and bonus rooms ideal for various purposes.
The home includes five fireplaces surrounded by paneled walls in key rooms.
Park Hall, MD: 46788 Glen Mary Farm Rd – $3,999,000
This nearly 400-year-old estate, part of Maryland’s first settlement, sprawls across 200 acres.
The grand manor, boasting 13,691 square feet, retains its Colonial essence with imported brick from England and original fireplaces.
Additional residences offer potential for farming, rental income, and more. The home boasts six bedrooms and four bathrooms.
The home offers 1-mile of shoreline, 5 barns with 30 horse stalls, 140 acres of fenced pasture land, a grand manor house that has both the original 1654 home structure with modern renovations.
Hull, MA: 116 Spring St – $549,900
The oldest on the market, the Loring House, built circa 1633, showcases original fireplaces, paneling, and pine floors.
This Cape-style cottage, with two bedrooms and modern amenities like a newer furnace, promises coziness within a historic shell.
The home features four fireplaces, paneling, wide board pine floors, beamed ceilings, and two staircases.
These homes not only encapsulate history but also offer a peek into living legacies.
Whether they inspire gratitude for modern comforts or beckon a venture into Colonial living, these properties promise a unique experience.
After all, what better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than in a home that’s witnessed centuries of American history?
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