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Realtor.comDec. 22, 2023
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Is there a time of year that stokes the desire for a picturesque home quite like December?
A fairy-tale estate in Waynesville, NC, looks an awful lot like something from a Hallmark holiday movie. And it’s this week’s most popular listing.
Priced at $1 million, the stone abode has decked its merry halls with abundant charm and good cheer. The magical interior boasts curved walls, sliding barn doors, and a custom mural.
Also grabbing attention this week are a New York condo owned by Jay-Z‘s former business partner, a waterfront antique in Connecticut, and a pilot-ready residence with an airstrip in Oklahoma.
For a full look at this week’s 10 most popular homes, just scroll down.
10. 415 W 9th St, Columbia, TN
Price: $699,900
Why it’s here: Attention historians: This gingerbread-style charmer was built before the Civil War and still has lots of period details.
Built in 1854, the four-bedroom home’s 3,23o-square-foot layout abounds with fun little flourishes. Historic highlights include original, wide-pine floors; preserved, plaster walls; custom millwork; and three fireplaces. The kitchen and three full bathrooms have been modernized over the years.
A large, wraparound deck offers serene views of the private backyard.
Columbia, TN
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9. 2853 Glen Andrew Rd, White Sulphur Springs, WV
Price: $2,000,000
Why it’s here: This Swiss-inspired chalet sits on 45 acres of privacy atop Greenbrier Mountain and might make you want to burst into your favorite tune from “The Sound of Music.”
Custom built in 1968, the three-bedroom home offers three levels of living space, including a loft with balcony. Each room has direct outdoor access to soak in the surrounding mountaintop views. Other highlights include 19-foot cathedral ceilings, chestnut walls with oak and chestnut beams, and a chimney made of repurposed limestone.
Enjoy panoramic views from two decks or a stone patio. The property also boasts a detached garage, riding corral, and goat pen.
White Sulphur Springs, WV
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8. 220 Riverside Blvd Apt 24G, New York, NY
Price: $5,999,000
Why it’s here: Here’s the chance to own a piece of music and fashion history!
This waterfront, corner-unit condo is owned by Norton Cher—Jay-Z‘s former business partner and co-creator of Rocawear fashion. Overlooking the Hudson River, the three-bedroom home on the Upper West Side was Norton’s home base during his rise to fame and was frequented by Beyonce and Jay-Z, among other major stars. Ornate highlights in the 3,000-square-foot interior include a Jerusalem-stone, mosaic granite entry foyer; dining room with “built-out bar;” and a custom-built, primary suite with a home office separated by a sliding door.
A $3,500 monthly condo fee provides “ultra-luxury white-glove service,” along with indoor and outdoor, resort-style amenities.
New York, NY
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7. 3300 Springfield Ave, Pennsauken, NJ
Price: $445,000
Why it’s here: What you see on the outside is certainly not what you might expect to see on the inside of this affordably priced contemporary.
A hand-crafted, mahogany front door leads to 2,800 square feet of eye-popping space with curved walls, exposed beams, and a grand staircase. A 20-foot-high solarium has a double-sided fireplace and sliders that open to the private, backyard with koi pond. The first-floor primary suite has a spa-inspired bathroom. Three more bedrooms are found upstairs, with one offering a “reading nook.”
A back deck with built-in seating was designed for entertaining and relaxing. The home is being offered as is.
Pennsauken, NJ
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6. 56 River Rd, Stonington, CT
Price: $625,000
Why it’s here: Calling all investors! This waterfront antique overlooking the Pawcatuck River needs a buyer to offer up some TLC and restore its natural beauty.
Built in 1870, the four-bedroom abode features many period details, including a double-door entry, three-story spiral staircase, two fireplaces, and a vintage Glenwood stove. Original built-in wood pocket doors separate the living and dining rooms. Hardwood floors are found throughout the interior.
The 3,202-square-foot residence is said to be “filled with antiques” that do convey with the home.
Stonington, CT
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5. 108 W Main St, South Amherst, OH
Price: $299,900
Why it’s here: This affordable Victorian is tucked away in a commercial development “in the heart of South Amherst.”
Built in 1898, the three-bedroom vintage dwelling has been well preserved over the years. Original millwork, pocket doors, stained-glass windows, and hardwood floors remain intact. Two staircases and three fireplaces are also found throughout the 2,898-square-foot interior. Once used as a commercial cook space, the kitchen still features original cabinetry and a large vent hood but has been updated with modern appliances.
There is also an attached, three-car garage on the property.
South Amherst, OH
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4. 457 Windhaven Rd, Dequincy, LA
Price: $725,000
Why it’s here: This “Southern Living inspired” farmhouse boasts a warm and homey interior.
The charming, 3,079-square-foot residence features reclaimed hardwood floors and a reclaimed fireplace mantel. Built-in bookcases line the walls of the cozy living room, while the modern kitchen has a commercial-grade refrigerator and freezer and a spacious center island. Two bedrooms are situated on the main level, and two more are upstairs.
From a rocking chair on the wraparound porch or on the screened back porch, you can enjoy serene views of the 3.6-acre lot, which has a shared pond and an in-ground saltwater pool. The property also features a garden shed and metal workshop.
Dequincy, LA
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3. 170 Bayshore Dr, Sand Springs, OK
Price: $659,900
Why it’s here: Calling all pilots! This recently built, five-bedroom home abuts an FAA-approved airstrip.
The 2,931-square-foot home boasts one-level living in a gated community. Custom hardwood floors and cathedral ceilings can be found throughout the split floor plan. A primary suite has a tray ceiling, bath with a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet with built-ins for organized storage.
The 2.5-acre lot also boasts a covered, outdoor seating area out back, with fireplace and porch swing overlooking the fenced yard.
Sand Springs, OK
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2. 29 Locust Aly, West Chester, PA
Price: $245,000
Why it’s here: If you can get past the “known structural issue” of the property, this historic carriage house is a charming option.
Built in 1890, the cozy, 648-square-foot house features a lovely, loft-style interior. It offers a kitchen with a living area on the first floor and one bedroom and full bathroom upstairs. The interior features exposed beams and ducts, vaulted ceilings, brick walls, and a steep staircase to the second floor.
There’s a fenced brick patio out back, too.
West Chester, PA
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1. 7 Wilcox Dr, Waynesville, NC
Price: $1,000,000
Why it’s here: It doesn’t get much more fanciful than this grand, historic estate where “a fairytale world awaits.”
Built in 1920, the dreamy, four-bedroom stone home still boasts many historic details, including heart pine floors, three fireplaces, and walls of windows. A new, terrace-level primary suite has a sitting room and access to an outdoor patio.
Offering views of Lake Junaluska, the 2,723-square-foot dwelling also features an enchanted covered patio out back, surrounded by stone walls and stairs. Two sheds are surrounded by “perfectly curated” landscaping.
Waynesville, NC
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