Have you ever pictured yourself living in a beautiful, time-honored house? Looking up its mysterious past, wondering about people who lived there, imagining scenarios that took place right there in the living room? If the answer is yes, there’s a perfect place on the internet that might let you vicariously live out your fantasies of owning a property that's shrouded in secrets.
Enter the subreddit called 'Century Homes', where history fans who value buildings that have reached or exceeded 100 years of age have a place to showcase these wonders. "We enjoy sharing stories and seeking advice to help us be great stewards of our historic homes," the moderators write in the description.
From breathtaking architecture to pleasantly surprising interior details, members of this online community invite us to admire the facades and take a walk inside their dwellings. We at Bored Panda have collected some of the most stunning and captivating pictures for you to appreciate, so continue scrolling and upvote your favorite ones!
Psst! If you’re interested in even more buildings that have withstood the test of time, check out our earlier post on the most interesting historical places spotted around the world.
Moreover, remember that purchasing and living in an old house is a commitment. "If you’re going to buy a historic house because you love the old wavy glass windows and the spirit of the floors, you must understand that you’re not going to be able to have some of the creature comforts that come with 21st century living," interior designer and architect Steven Gambrel told Curbed.
"I would do anything on earth to maintain that wavy glass in the windows, even if it means having a drafty room," Gambrel said. "I would just put on another sweater. But, if you’re not that person, then that’s not the right house for you."
#22 Closing In A Month! 1932 Tudor, First Time Home Owners. Lots Of Work To Be Done But We’re So Excited!
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#25 Our House Was Built In 1844 And Is On Our County's Underground Railroad Map. The Original Owners Were Abolitionists And Held Regular Meetings Here. The Tale From The Historical Society Is That This Capped Off Tunnel In The Basement Was For Escape. It Currently Goes Back 10-12 Feet
The original owners were abolitionists and held regular meetings here. The tale from the historical society is that this capped off tunnel in the basement was for escape. It currently goes back 10-12 feet.
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#30 If You Want To Move To Southern Illinois For Only $235,000 This 1899 Beauty Could Be Yours!
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