Friday, August 27, 2010
by crussell
Cute ranch home with wood floors & lots of light! Basement has egress window. Open stairway leads to basement. Large living & family areas. Priced for quick sale Newer roof and windows. Home warranty available.[gallery]
Friday, August 27, 2010
by crussell
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The Knight-Loeb House was completed in 1882 by Emerson P. Knight of New York City. Mr. Knight moved to Lafayette to establish a grain business and built his home at the corner of 7th and Cincinnati St.
The house, which is Italianate in style, is built entirely of brick with 14 ½ inch thick exterior walls and interior hall walls. The other interior walls, which are also brick, are only 9 ½ inches thick. He built into his house the latest technology for 1882. Three particular things make this house unique for its day and time: 1. Indoor water closet (toilet), which was located on the second floor at the top of the main stairway. 2. Central heat. There was a large coal fired stove in the basement that carried heat to all rooms of the house (except the maid’s room) via air ducts that were built into the very thick walls of the center hall. 3. A burglar alarm system. The alarm system was wired to all windows in the house as well as the doorways. The system was battery operated and set off an alarm if a window was raised. It was, however, ineffective if a window glass was broken. The woodwork and doors of the house are black walnut. The front doors are butternut. Please note the elaborate hinges and door hardware, which were originally nickel-silver plated.
Mr. Knight by 1895 had moved back to New York City and sold his home to Solomon and Carrie Loeb. Mr. Loeb was in the dry goods business with his brother Julius, who lived at the corner of 8th and Cincinnati St. Mr. Loeb’s business capabilities created Lafayette’s own Loeb’s department store. The Loeb family was one of Lafayette’s greatest philanthropists, giving a fountain and a theatre to Purdue University, a sports stadium to the city at Columbian Park plus many contributions to hospitals, schools, scholarship funds, etc. The Loebs lived in the house for over 50 years.
In 1950 the house was converted into 6 apartments. Being the 50’s, the emphasis was to make the house “modern” and the ceilings were lowered to eight feet, windows shortened and bricked in by one third of their original height. The heating system was changed to hot water. The modernizations came at a great cost to the original plaster crown moldings, ceiling medallions, and woodwork throughout the house.
In 1995 the house was restored to its original style and floor plan. Plaster ceiling medallions and crown moldings were restored. Window and ceiling heights returned to their original dimensions, period chandeliers or original fixtures were returned to the house. It now serves as a historic landmark and bed and breakfast inn.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
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Fantastic three bedroom two bath ranch on a quiet cul-de-sac. Beautifully landscaped
fenced yard with covered porch for entertaining. Cherry laminate floors in living
room, (with fireplace) dining room and kitchen. Nine foot ceilings add to the openness
of floor plan. Large 24X24 garage. Fully applianced.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
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Darling starter home with many updates. Laminate floors in living room and carpet
in the two bedrooms. High effeciency tankless hot water system. New gutters, windows,
cabinets, paint and furnace. Reinsulated attic. Large one car garage. Partially
fenced yard. Ready to move in AND get $8000!!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
Condo living at its best! Convenient West Lafayette location close to shopping!
Totally redone ranch style condo with laminate floors, new neutral paint, new hardware,
light fixtures, exterior door, new baths AND kitchen range! Very private patio area
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
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Contempory ranch on a beautifully landscaped lot. Totally redone - gourmet kitchen
has maple cabinets, Corian countertops, pantry, slate floor and all new appliances;
open to family room with a built in sofa. Living room, dining room and family room
open to awesome deck (one of three!) Finished basement has two bedrooms, family
room, bath, sewing room, laundry and exercise room!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
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Wonderful split bedroom ranch on corner lot! Lovely brick fireplace in living room.
Formal dining room, spacious master suite and bath, neutral colors with and open
floor plan. Vaulted ceilings accentuate the spaciousness of home. Covered back
porch, perfect for relaxing. Fenced yard is very private. Lots of "living" area!!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
WOW factor! Open kitchen eating area and family room, great for large gatherings.
First floor master suite tucked around to back of home near laundry area and den.
"Front" room (currently living room) could also be a perfect den. Upstairs has three
large bedrooms and bath plus gigantic storage room. Huge lot - big enough to hit
golf balls!![gallery]
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
by crussell
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WOW factor! Open kitchen eating area and family room, great for large gatherings.
First floor master suite tucked around to back of home near laundry area and den.
"Front" room (currently living room) could also be a perfect den. Upstairs has three
large bedrooms, a bath, plus gigantic storage room. Huge lot-big enough to hit
golf balls!!
Sunday, January 3, 2010
by lheraty
Exterior improvements give more of a return when remodeling
There is an annual report that examines the cost versus value for home remodeling. The report is helpful for those who are considering making improvements to their homes, especially if their home is one that they consider selling in the near future. Historically, bedrooms and bathrooms are where people consider spending their money but the return on the remodel investment is not necessarily there.
According to the 2009 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report the best return for your money are exterior improvements that often are lower cost projects to begin with. Adding decks, replacing siding, new doors and windows are among projects that recoup the most money when re-selling a home. The return on these projects is typically 80% or more.
The annual report shows how important first impressions are. If you are considering selling your home make sure that the exterior is as eye catching as it can be.
Click here to learn more about remodeling costs versus value at The National Association of Realtors’ website.
