Ah, the Thomas Salter House—a slice of Kentucky history resting on 1.5 acres of slightly overgrown charm. With a price tag of $200,000, this magnificent Greek Revival-style home, built in 1838, offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and so much character that you might hear it whispering from the walls (or maybe that’s just the wind).
Let’s take a stroll through this historic wonder, explore its undeniable charm, and call out some quirks that might make you reconsider your life choices. Spoiler alert: it’s both amazing and a little lame, much like that one uncle we all have.
A Brief Overview
Price: $200,000
Location: 2732 Crab Orchard Rd, Lancaster, KY 40444
Size: 5,438 sqft
Lot Size: 1.5 Acres
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Zestimate: Not available, probably because it would just get upset about the state of things.
Monthly Estimate: About $528/mo – one less Starbucks run a week?
Age: Nearly as old as your great-great-grandpa.
A Not-So-Secret History
Welcome to the Thomas Salter House, where every brick has a story, and every fireplace sighs with nostalgia (seriously, there are six of them). We’re not saying the ghosts of owners past will be throwing parties in your living room, but we’re not not saying that either.
With its massive pedimented portico, twin columns, and original wrought iron ornamentation, this house is just begging for a photo op—or, at the very least, a social media post that will get your friends definitely talking.
The Interior: Charm Meets Challenge
Now, let’s dig into the interior.
- Bedrooms: 4 (Level 2; perfect for getting your cardio in every morning!)
- Bathrooms: 2 (because in an 1838 home, there were no bathroom-sharing agreements)
- Fireplaces: 6 (the one in the kitchen is great for those cooking mishaps you’d rather not admit)
While we could extol the virtues of wide plank poplar floors and raised plaster medallions, let’s be real—this place screams for some TLC.
Here’s the lowdown on the interiors:
- Entrance Foyer: Expect to be greeted—by the sound of creaking floorboards and history!
- Dining Room: Perfect for awkward family dinners where you all pretend to like each other’s cooking.
- Kitchen: Currently home to a ghost of a kitchen that’s in desperate need of some renovations. Channel your inner Chip and Joanna and get ready to swing some hammers! (Just not literally; it’s an old house. Let’s not add “structural damage” to the list of issues.)
- Levels: Two (one for living, another for potentially never-ending hide-and-seek).
The Outdoor Ambiance: A Lot of Potential
- Lot Size: 1.5 acres, which is basically a blank canvas for your dreams… or a place to park your collection of 1970s lawn flamingos.
- Parking Features: Off-street, perfect for keeping that vintage wagon out of sight while you pretend you don’t have a collection of mismatched hubcaps.
Flaws? Sure. But They’re Flaws with Character!
Here’s where the “lame” kicks in:
- Condition: It’s going to need a bit more than just a coat of paint. Think: extensive restoration. Good thing your love language is DIY!
- Kitchen and Bathrooms: Extensive rebuild needed here; you might want to prepare your best Pinterest boards for what could be a real treasure hideaway (after some cash and elbow grease, of course).
However, it’s not all doom and gloom!
Why You’ll Still Love It
- Historic Designation: This house isn’t just a house—it’s practically a celebrity! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and holding a Kentucky Landmark designation, owning it gives you bragging rights at all the local cocktail parties (you know, the really fancy ones).
- The Log Cabin: Wait, did we mention there’s a two-room log cabin integrated into the house? No, not a modern kit version—this is the real thing, straight from the early 1800s.
A Tour Worth Taking
Want a sneak peek? Check out our virtual tour and see for yourself the charms (and the quirks) this historic home has to offer. Don’t forget to squint at the “restoration areas” so you can imagine the potential glory ahead!
In Conclusion…
So, is the Thomas Salter House a diamond in the rough, or just a sentimental old building waiting for a hero (that’s you, by the way)? With plenty of character, history, and a dash of work needed, it’s a unique opportunity for those who can appreciate both its flaws and its majesty.
Just think: a home steeped in history, where every creaky floor and towering column can transport you back to a time of elegance and grace (while also reminding you to keep your to-do list close).
If you’re ready to take on the challenge and make this 1838 treasure your own, call your realtor today. After all, history never looked so good (or so ready for a makeover).
Come for the historic allure, stay for the adventures ahead.
See below for images!
Now, if that doesn’t get you excited about possibly camping out on those 5,438 square feet, we don’t know what will!
