This charming bungalow offers a blend of historical significance and modern updates typical of early 20th-century homes. Featuring Pella vinyl replacement windows and freshly painted interiors, the home retains classic architectural elements while ensuring contemporary comfort. The oak kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, and updated 4-piece bathroom reflect recent renovations, alongside essential system upgrades like a Carrier HVAC from 2009 and a 2024 A.O. Smith water heater. The 14×10 detached garage adds valuable space suitable for a workshop. Priced at $132,500, this thoughtfully maintained home on a brick paver street is vacant and ready for viewing, making it an ideal opportunity for buyers seeking character and convenience.
Garage Exterior
A detached garage painted in white with black hardware hinges contrasts with the light beige siding of the gable-roofed structure. The garage doors are double-wide, flat-paneled, and secured with a central padlock and chain. The concrete driveway extends in front of the garage, leading to a stepped entrance of the adjacent house visible to the left. To the right, a natural wood utility pole and a wooden privacy fence frame the space. Trees in the background add greenery, and a clear blue sky highlights the sunny, well-maintained outdoor area.
Garage Side Wall
The image reveals the exterior side of a standalone garage adjacent to a mature tree. Horizontal siding in a light beige or off-white color covers the wall, contributing to a clean, modest appearance. Centered on the wall is a single small window framed in white trim, allowing natural light inside. The pitched roof has dark gray shingles, with white trim along the eaves. A gutter with a downspout runs along the edge, highlighting functional drainage. The adjacent concrete driveway is cracked but solid, indicating age. The setting is suburban, with a fence and neighboring structures glimpsed around the property.
Enclosed Back Porch
The enclosed porch at the rear of the house displays white horizontal siding with a gabled roof vent. Multiple windows wrap around the porch, allowing ample natural light while providing an enclosed outdoor space. A small set of concrete steps with a simple black metal handrail leads up to the doorway, emphasizing function and ease of access. The base of the porch is accented with white lattice panels resting on a red brick foundation, adding classic decorative detail. Surrounding shadows from nearby trees create a serene atmosphere over the concrete patio surface.
Outdoor HVAC Unit
Positioned on a concrete slab, a metallic gray central air conditioning unit stands beside the house exterior. The house siding is light-colored, with horizontal panels and a white lattice vent underneath, contributing to a clean, classic look. The HVAC unit features a large protective grille on top with a fan beneath, designed for airflow. Adjoining the unit is a concrete sidewalk curving away, bordered by a narrow strip of landscaped soil filled with dark wood mulch. A white downspout is visible nearby, keeping the area around the unit dry and maintained.
Enclosed Porch Entrance
The entrance to an enclosed porch is framed with aluminum siding and large glass windows that allow ample natural light. The door is a combination of screen and glass panels, creating an inviting yet practical threshold. A simple black metal railing provides support alongside the concrete step leading up to the door. The porch exterior siding matches the adjacent house wall, featuring horizontal white vinyl panels. Shadows from nearby trees cast a delicate pattern on the porch, contributing to a serene and welcoming outdoor space.
Enclosed Porch Corner
A small enclosed porch area with walls painted in muted grayish-blue tones, complemented by crisp white trim and window frames. Vertical wood paneling runs halfway up the walls, topped with a smooth finish, giving the space a historic, simple charm. The floor is painted a deeper blue-gray, and natural light filters through multiple windows that offer views of a tree and adjacent fence outside. A metal latch mechanism secures the glass door, indicating traditional craftsmanship. The overall atmosphere is calm and understated, with a blend of historic wooden detailing and functional design.
House Exterior Side View
Long side of the house with horizontal light beige vinyl siding contrasts with black, louvered window shutters. A few double-hung windows are visible, with one larger window near the center. The foundation includes small basement windows with white framing. Alongside the house, a concrete walkway runs adjacent to the grass lawn, bordered by a garden hose holder and various utility boxes mounted on the siding. Gutter downspouts and eaves are painted white, contributing to a clean, maintained look. Nearby, vehicles and neighboring homes hint at a quiet, suburban street setting under a clear blue sky.
Front Porch Area
A long, covered front porch with a painted wooden floor in muted gray tones stretches alongside the house exterior. White wooden railings and half-walls frame the porch, providing a sense of enclosure while allowing visibility to the neighboring street. The house siding is a soft, light blue with contrasting black shutters on the windows. Brick columns mark the edges of the porch, adding texture and traditional architectural charm. American flags and other banners hang from the porch ceiling, contributing to a welcoming, classic Americana aesthetic. Mature trees and a quiet, suburban street complete the view.
Open Living Area and Kitchen
The room combines a spacious living area with a compact kitchen separated by a half-wall counter. Warm wood laminate flooring stretches across the space, complementing the natural wood trim around the large, multi-pane window, which allows abundant daylight to brighten the room. The walls and ceiling are painted in a clean, neutral white, creating a fresh backdrop. Light fixtures with curved black metal designs and frosted glass shades hang from the ceiling, adding a subtle vintage touch. The kitchen cabinetry is classic oak with carved detailing, and a simple black faucet contrasts the white countertops. Minimal furnishings include a mesh lounge chair and a small round table on a light-colored rug near the window, reinforcing the room’s open and uncluttered aesthetic.
Entryway and Living Room
Hardwood flooring with a warm, medium brown finish extends throughout the space, enhancing the inviting atmosphere. The white front door has an oval, decorative glass insert that allows natural light to filter in, balancing privacy and brightness. Two sizable windows trimmed in natural wood flank the entry, providing symmetrical views to the exterior. Walls are painted a soft, neutral white with simple wooden baseboards that complement the floor. A black ceiling fan with a central light fixture hangs in the middle of the ceiling, offering both air circulation and illumination. A small decorative star is mounted on the wall adjacent to the door, adding a subtle rustic touch. The room is minimal yet functional, ready to be personalized with furnishings.
Kitchen Corner and Countertops
Natural oak cabinetry lines the walls in a functional L-shaped configuration, providing ample storage with both drawers and cupboards. Matte black knobs and handles add contrast to the wood grain. The countertops are a polished white stone with subtle marbling, extending to a peninsula that separates the kitchen from the adjacent room. Underneath the window, a double-basin sink with a black matte faucet is positioned for natural light. Neutral gray tile flooring complements the warm wood tones, while black wrought-iron chandelier and sconce lighting fixtures offer a vintage, classic touch. A small potted plant adds a touch of greenery.
Sunroom or Enclosed Porch
Narrow, enclosed porch or sunroom with multiple windows allowing ample natural light to flood the space. The walls are finished with a combination of beadboard and smooth panels painted in soft muted blue-gray tones, while the lower half has vertical wood slats. White window frames and trim contrast subtly with the wall color, emphasizing the architectural simplicity. The floor is painted in a darker neutral shade, complementing the overall palette. Visible outdoor elements like a wooden fence and tree branches create a connection to the exterior environment, enhancing the cozy and bright ambiance.
Bathroom Details
Compact bathroom with a seamless bathtub and shower combo on the left, enclosed by a white textured shower curtain. The faucet and showerhead are modern, with a chrome finish. The textured walls are painted white, with a subtle wainscoting detail mid-wall. Flooring has a light, marble-inspired pattern that complements the white vanity cabinet topped with a polished marble countertop. The oval sink is paired with matte black fixtures, adding contrast. A wall-mounted toilet paper holder sits near the entrance, where natural light fills the adjacent carpeted hallway, visible through an open wooden door.
Small Bedroom
Neutral-toned small bedroom with a cozy, plush light grey carpet covering the floor. The walls combine taupe and off-white shades, accented by natural wood trim around the windows, door, and floor molding for a warm contrast. Two moderately sized windows allow ample natural light, revealing a view of a neighboring house and parked cars outside. A simple wooden door partially ajar reveals access to an adjoining room with hardwood flooring. The room’s modest size and understated color scheme create a calm, welcoming atmosphere suitable for sleeping or workspace use.
Connecting Rooms
A simple space with muted taupe walls contrasted by light wooden trim around the window, door, and baseboards. The carpet has a low pile with a speckled gray pattern that softens the room. A single door centered in the wall leads through to a smaller room or enclosed porch area, where three windows allow natural light to flow inward. The window to the left offers a view of a wooden yard fence and greenery, injecting an outdoor element visible from inside. Electrical outlets and a floor vent provide practicality without interrupting clean lines.
Sunlit Breakfast Nook
Natural light floods this cozy breakfast nook framed by three tall windows with warm wood trim, offering views of a fenced yard and neighboring homes. The space centers on a small, black mesh chair paired with a round, black metal side table, both sitting atop a soft, gray rectangular rug. Rich wood grain laminate flooring adds warmth and texture, complementing the simple white walls. A partial view of an adjacent kitchen counter with oak cabinetry and quartz countertop suggests an open floor plan. Electrical outlets and vents are discreetly integrated, maintaining clean lines in the inviting, functional corner.
Kitchen Countertop and Cabinets
Light oak cabinetry with simple black knobs lines the kitchen walls, complemented by a white quartz countertop providing a clean, modern contrast. The double stainless steel sink with a matte black faucet sits beneath a window framed by warm wood trim, allowing natural light to brighten the space. A stainless steel dishwasher integrates beneath the counter, enhancing functionality without disrupting the rustic aesthetic. Flooring with grey-toned marbling adds subtle texture, while a peninsula island with matching cabinetry and countertop creates additional workspace. Adjoining the kitchen is an entryway with light-filled windows and natural wood molding, contributing to a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
Basement Utility Area
Concrete flooring with noticeable age-related wear marks the basement’s floor, complemented by white-painted concrete block walls that extend halfway up. Exposed wooden beams and joists line the ceiling, contributing to a rustic and unfinished ambiance. A stairway with wooden steps leads upward, centrally placed against the far wall. HVAC ducts and pipes, including a Carrier furnace, dominate one corner, showcasing essential utilities. A narrow black rug lays atop part of the floor, adding a subtle contrast. Natural light filters through small, high windows, casting faint illumination over the somewhat stark and utilitarian space.
Basement
Concrete floors with visible cracks spread across the unfinished basement, complemented by exposed wooden beams and joists overhead. White painted cinder block walls create a stark contrast to the natural wood and dark exposed pipes that run along the ceiling and walls. A black rubber mat is placed on the floor, perhaps for exercise or protection. Structural wooden columns support the ceiling, while a large metallic furnace unit stands on one side. A small adjoining room with a door slightly ajar reveals an interior space with light yellow walls and carpeted flooring, adding warmth within this utilitarian space.
Utility Area
A concrete floor and unfinished walls create a raw industrial feel in this basement utility space. Prominent metal components include a large HVAC unit with ventilation ducts and a corrugated metal exhaust pipe ascending vertically. A gray water heater tank with attached warning labels stands to the side, framed by unpainted wooden beams. Electrical wiring and attachments like a yellow gas line and white PVC piping add to the utilitarian look. The exposed mechanical equipment, rough masonry, and absence of decorative finishes express a purely functional design focused on home infrastructure rather than aesthetics.
Basement Plumbing Details
Concrete block foundation walls provide a sturdy base with a rough textured surface, showing signs of age with visible cracks and uneven patches near the floor level. Black and white plastic plumbing pipes run vertically and horizontally, showcasing a mix of older and newer materials including junctions and coated couplings. A flexible silver aluminum duct coil rests loosely on the ledge to the right, indicating HVAC or venting utility. Two metal vertical rods anchored in a wood plank host an electrical outlet and a plug, adding functional utility to this unfinished, industrial-style basement space.
Basement Staircase
Steep wooden stairs with natural wood treads and white-painted supports ascend alongside a rustic exposed brick wall. The basement walls are painted in a textured light gray, contrasting subtly with the smooth surfaces of the stairs. The steps appear sturdy but simple, reflecting a utilitarian, vintage charm. On a ledge to the left, several cans of paint are lined up, indicating ongoing or recent maintenance. The concrete floor shows signs of wear, adding to the historic, industrial feel of this partially finished space. The overall aesthetic is practical, rooted in original structure with modest updates.
Listing Agent: David Holmgren of Sunflower Realty via Zillow