Open House Sunday VI

Let's Look at Three Houses Today

(Built 1939)

This house is on my street and sits right on the park. It has been for sale for a long time.

I have no idea why it has not sold because its nice on the inside and sits in a very nice spot.

It was priced too high when first on the market but now is priced right.

There must be something about it that I don't know.

Only a couple of photos of the inside. I'd lighten up all the interiors...but it is very nice.

It has a great kitchen too with granite counter tops and everything although no photos 

of that in the listing. Maybe it would sell if they would show more photos of it in the listing.

(see complete details here)

This one is in my neighborhood too but its empty but I thought you might want to see anyway...

(built 1929)

Love the arched front door. The small window to the left of the fireplace is a little strange.

Personally, I prefer white woodwork but the blue paint looks good with the natural wood trim.

Unusual chandelier, I like it.

red drapes...no

Love the upper cabinets around the sink.

The wall between the kitchen and breakfast nook has been taken out to extend the galley kitchen.

I'd rather have the breakfast nook as it would have been originally.

Wouldn't take much to make this bathroom pretty. I like the original built in medicine cabinet.

Cove ceiling in a bedroom...that's a nice feature.

I'm almost positive this is attic space made into an additional bedroom and bath. 

(see listing details here)

Let's look at one more...
this time not in my neighborhood. I just happened on this one while perusing Trulia.

(built 1925)

This house is in the Lincoln Terrace neighborhood which is near the state capitol and all state government buildings.

This is how the house appeared in 2004. I love the ivy on the walls. I think it adds character.

I do like the windows now painted out dark...but I would have not done them in brown.

Attached garage...surprising for a house this old.

Love the beams...those ceiling fans must go!

Adore the high arched window.

I would surprised if this was the original fireplace. 

The over mantel piece detracts from the beamed ceiling. 

And its not the sort of mantel that was put in a tudor house of this age. So I'm thinking it was added.

I'm wondering what that floor is made of? Wood would be much better but if this floor is marble...

I could get used to it. Which I think it might be because it seems to match the fireplace.

Strange staging...put baskets everywhere and maybe people won't notice there is no furniture.

This is an interesting area...a breezeway that seems to surround the back courtyard. 

Nice window nook and built ins. This room could be very very cozy.

I believe this is the dining room. I like the paneled walls. 

Not the wallpaper though...but I can imagine how charming this room could be.

Just paint it and get rid of the boob light - add a chandelier.

Afraid these countertops would have to go....but I like the subway tile with the black detailing 

and cabinets to the ceiling.

Ok, weird spot for the stove top. 

I'd tear out the wall ovens and this weird stove and put a beautiful freestanding range 

with hood in their place.

Terrible colors in the bedrooms but that is an easy fix. Coved ceilings a plus.

That cornice board needs to go, immediately.

Strange closet situation but I love a pink tile bathroom.

Oh...more baskets...how they dress up a room! Especially, Easter baskets.

Interesting ceilings. Again...some paint and this room would be lovely.

Wow! Another very dark colored bedroom and another basket.

I like the vintage tile. I think this room could benefit from some color on the walls. 

It looks very dingy in this photo but I think it could be made to be nice with a little paint and scrubbing.

I assume this is the basement. Looks like it has issues.

This is my favorite part....I love this inside courtyard. What a fabulous space.

I'd love to fill it with planted urns and hanging baskets. 

I would be out here all the time and so would the weenies.

This backyard makes me feel sad in a good way.

With some work this yard could be a lovely secret garden.

(see listing here)

If you look at the listing...you'll notice that it's going for $55 a square foot.

While homes in my neighborhood are selling for $140 - $155 a square foot.

Location, location, location....I'm afraid some of the other houses in the neighborhood are not kept up.

Although some of the immediate neighbors are nice enough.

The neighbor's.

There are great deals to be had in this neighborhood and it's a great location for anyone 

working in state government. 

Don't forget to come back here later Sunday night around 6pm central time for my first link party - 

Link up anything that is a mix of new and old. 

It can be as simple as something old painted with new paint.

It can be a modern piece of furniture placed in an old room. Let's just mix it up and not follow rules.

So mix the new with the old...the rustic with the sparkly...

A good example is my antique lamp that I added a new shade to.

You can link up anything that inspires you in this way. 

Just be sure to include credit of where your inspiration came from.

I want to see how you Mix It Up.

I'll be featuring my favorites.

See you then!