We’ve rounded up our favorite cheap old houses that we haven’t shared on Instagram or Facebook. In this edition: A Maine A-frame for $95,000 and a Gothic Victorian cottage straight out of the pages of a storybook!
Our cheapest pick is last… followed by the splurge of the day!
Blackshear, GA
854 Jenkins Street
$145,000
This is vintage cottage perfection!

This 1906 beauty creates a truly unique living experience featuring 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths a large family room, formal dining and formal living room. Whether you’re drawn to its charming features, its spacious rooms, or the peaceful lifestyle it offers, this home is a rare find. A highlight of this stunning home is the expansive, wrap-around front porch, perfect for sipping sweet tea on warm summer evenings or hosting friends and family for outdoor gatherings. The spacious living room offers a cozy retreat, while the large family room provides a perfect spot for entertaining or relaxing with loved ones.
New Portland, ME
488 Bog Road
$95,000
I love this little A-frame escape.
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Piqua, OH
419 Riverside Drive
$139,900
Wonderful original doors and fancy trimwork!

Tempting traditional! Character abounds in this almost 2,000 SF 2-story boasting spacious rooms and soaring ceilings! Versatile floor plan offers living and family rooms with tiled hearths and intricate wood mantels, pocket & French doors to 1st floor bedroom/utility with access to full bath with tiled walls & floors. Spacious kitchen features subway tiled backsplash highlighting updated counters, abundant cabinet & counter space with bonus walk-in pantry plus cozy breakfast nook, all convenient to mudroom with walk-out to rear deck overlooking fenced backyard. Two gracious sized bedrooms with great closet space, study and 2nd full bath occupy the 2nd floor, 2.5 car garage, carport plus ample off-street parking, 2 sheds for all the extras. All this offered in great location overlooking the river with easy access to bike path and downtown amenities. Great bones with great potential, sold as-is.
Newport, AR
319 Elm Street
$99,900
These windows are the best!!!

Step into the charm of 1926 craftsmanship. This spacious two-story Craftsman offers approximately 3,388 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Filled with historic character and original architectural details. Inside you’ll find hardwood floors, tall ceilings, vintage trim, French doors, and large windows that bring in beautiful natural light throughout the home. A striking wood-burning stove fireplace with an ornate built-in mantel anchors the main living area, while the layout includes a formal living room, separate dining room, bonus space, and an upstairs landing that adds flexibility. Sitting on a corner lot of approximately .49 acres, the property also features a brick exterior and covered front porch that reflect the home’s classic design. Homes of this size and era are becoming increasingly rare, offering an opportunity to restore and personalize a historic Newport property while preserving its timeless character. Property offered in its present condition.
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Medway, ME
72 Main Street
$130,000
River views form the front porch!

This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath Craftsman home with hardwood floors and fireplace has a spacious front deck looking over the mighty Penobscot River. Unfinished space above garage that could potentially be converted to living space and a second unit. Make this your year-round home or getaway - located near Baxter State Park and the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument. Head out onto Snowmobiling & ATV trails. Year round fun awaits - camping, boating and fishing in the summer. Features also include an oversized attached 2 car garage, a large unfinished bonus room above the garage could be ideal to add more living space, storage in the attic and a spacious level yard.
Saint Joseph, MO
912 S 14th Street
$124,900
Saint Joseph is a cheap old houses goldmine!

Don't miss this stunning Victorian beauty! This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home showcases gorgeous original woodwork, beautiful stained glass, a fireplace, formal dining room, and timeless hardwood floors. The main floor bath has been recently renovated, and a new HVAC system to the main floor adds modern comfort. Complete with a 2-car detached garage.
Lena, MS
204 Highway 500
$121,000
A c. 1927 charmer on nearly 2 acres!

Welcome home to the charming town of Lena. Built nearly a century ago, this home is full of character, timeless appeal, and the kind of sturdy construction you just do not find every day. The oversized bedrooms provide flexibility and comfort, while the high ceilings create an open, airy feel throughout. Ceiling fans in every room add to the home's cozy country charm. The home offers central gas heat, and the seller has been using window units for zoned cooling. Set on 1.7 beautiful, level, well-drained acres, the property offers endless possibilities for outdoor living, gardening, or adding a pool. Schedule your showing today and come see all this property has to offer.
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Alleghany, CA
208 Main Street
$99,000
A stream-side miner’s cabin in a gold rush town on the National Register of Historic Places!

1883 Miner's Cabin located in the Historically designated CA Gold Rush town of Forest City. Situated on a year around stream, near the center of town. Features include on grid power, 3 bedrooms, a large ground level bath with claw leg soaking tub and a big basement. Strategically located near 50 miles of mountain biking trails and so much Gold Mining history. Many of the cabins in Forest City are owned by mountain bike enthusiasts and those looking to reconnect with nature. This is a great opportunity to help preserve this piece of California's historic past for future generations to enjoy!
Aberdeen, MS
311 S Maple Street
$45,000
Great bones for a great price!

This home has amazing bones and tons of potential for the right buyer. With a little vision and some TLC, it could easily be brought back to life. Perfect for an buyer who wants the chance to craft and restore their own home. This property offers a solid starting point and endless possibilities. Property is being sold as-is.
Splurge of the Day
Islesford, ME
20 Main Street
$875,000
It’s always summer in this dreamy Cranberry Isles retreat!

’’If once you have slept on an island You’ll never be quite the same’’ wrote the poet Rachel Field. Take the year-round mail boat from Northeast Harbor and find out for yourself. The house was built c.1872 for Colonel William Hadlock who was elected to the Maine legislature twice and served during the Civil War with the 28th Maine Infantry Regiment. Its yellow exterior and commanding presence make it a landmark on Main Street. Conveniently located close to the harbor for the year-round mail boat (or your own boat) and for the enjoyment of the entire island. The main house consists of 8-bedrooms and 2.5-bathrooms on three floors. Upstairs, one of the bedrooms has an exterior porch with harbor views (morning coffee, watch the gulls as the boats come in). The third floor offers another four bedrooms and a bathroom. There is a full basement plus the addition, which accommodates the laundry, workshop, storage and many options. During the 50+ years of the current ownership, Colonel’s has been continually restored, offering a timeless feel but with the addition of modern necessities of 21st century living. The integrity of this year-round, move-in ready, island home remains and is eager to welcome a new owner that enjoys sharing the charms of this beautiful Island.











