Historical Victorian Mansion Offering Rare Glimpse of a Bygone Era Hits the Market in Pennsylvania for Less Than $400K

A captivating time-capsule home that was built in 1880 and still retains many of its extraordinary period details has hit the market in Pennsylvania for the bargain price of $375,000.

Located in Claysville, PA, the Victorian manor has charmed its way to the top spot of the week's most popular homes list.

Numerous historic highlights found throughout the 4,015-square-foot residence include stained-glass windows, preserved hardwood floors, a grand staircase with handcarved details, classic wallpapering, and fireplaces with ornate mantels.

Modernizations include a chef's kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and updated bathrooms, including one with a copper claw-foot tub.

Also found throughout the 10-room home are a formal parlor, spacious living room, dining room for entertaining, and five bedrooms spanning the second and third floors.

The antique abode last traded hands for $325,000 in 2008. On and off the market since 2017, it was relisted last year with a top asking price of $529,900.

Other properties grabbing attention this week are a Bruce Goff–designed round house in Oklahoma, a midcentury modern home with a butterfly roofline in Palm Springs, CA, and a lakefront Queen Anne Victorian in Maine.

10. 14501 K Ave, Perry, IA

Price: $215,000

Why it’s here: This very affordable time capsule with glass block walls, gold trim shower, and bright red hot tub offers a throwback to its well-preserved 1982 roots.

Unique details found throughout the 2,242-square-foot interior with two separate living spaces include stained-glass windows, an oddly located fireplace under an arched doorway, and a modern kitchen with a wood-burning stove, a built-in banquette, and a combination of tile and slate floors.

An enormous living room surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows offers peaceful views of the surrounding open farmland and Forest Park Museum and Arboretum.

There is also a two-car garage.

Shawna Sample of Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines is the listing agent.

9. 563 Jefferson St, Napa, CA

Price: $1,550,000

Why it’s here: It's a converted Craftsman-style building offered as both an office and residential opportunity, with buyers advised to "verify zoning and permitted uses."

Built in 1914, the 2,700-square-foot structure located across from Fuller Park offers a unique live/work opportunity. Currently configured as office space, the building offers seven private offices, a conference room, a kitchen, and a reception area. Historical highlights include hardwood floors, custom millwork, built-ins, and two decorative fireplaces.

There are also five on-site parking spaces.

Timo Rivetti of NavigateRE is the listing agent.

8. 4220 Northgate Dr, Spring Grove, IL

Price: $1,200,000

Why it’s here: Here's the chance to live like royalty in your very own luxury castle with a circular driveway surrounded by a 6-foot bronze fountain.

The gated stone estate boasts a speakeasy-style front door, which opens to a two-story foyer with a grand curved staircase. Found throughout the 3,712-square-foot interior are slate and hardwood floors, Corinthian columns, turrets, coffered ceilings, Gothic windows, and three fireplaces.

Balconies and a spacious back deck provide serene views of the 2.73-acre lot with gardens and grape arbors, abutting conservation land.

Sue Miller of Dream Real Estate Inc. is the listing agent.

7. 108 Fairmont Rd, Vinita, OK

Price: $495,000

Why it’s here: It's the round house originally designed by architect Bruce Goff that is still full of charm, character, and "flamboyant design."

Built in 1963, the circular residence is anchored by a sunken conversation pit with a suspended metal fireplace and chimney surrounded by skylights.

Other period highlights of the midcentury modern stone home include wood-paneled walls and ceilings, exposed beams, triangular windows, slate and concrete floors, folding doors, and a retro kitchen with multicolored floor tiles.

There is also a carport and a detached structure that could be used as a home office, fitness center, or studio.

Libby Spence of Solid Rock Realtors – Grove is the listing agent.

6. 17740 S Placita Mayo, Green Valley, AZ

Price: $249,900

Why it’s here: This very affordable, Spanish-style residence tucked away in the Valle Verde del Norte subdivision boasts an updated interior and sits on an acre of privacy surrounded by mature vegetation and fruit trees.

The three-bedroom, slump-block home built for energy efficiency features a private courtyard that opens to the 1,540-square-foot interior. Built in 1978, the modernized space still features arched doorways and windows, wood beams, and a wood-burning, adobe-inspired fireplace.

Other highlights include a sleek kitchen with a spacious island, a primary suite with a walk-in shower, and a laundry room with a sink and extra storage space.

A covered lounge area out back overlooks the brick patio wita h fountain.

Gerry Costa of Tierra Antigua Realty is the listing agent.

5. 21 Bond St Unit Ph, Manhattan, NY

Price: $8,995,000

Why it’s here: This beautiful brick building in NoHo's Historic District has been entirely reimagined while preserving its architectural integrity.

Built in 1900, the four-bedroom co-op was originally "conceived as a Renaissance Revival storefront-and-loft." Intact period details include exposed brick walls, 14-foot ceilings, European elements, built-ins, Palladian-style windows, and grand fireplaces with ornate mantels.

Modernizations now offer a massive living room skylight, white oak plank floors, a chef's kitchen with marble countertops, and a primary suite with floor-to-ceiling oak wardrobes, a cast-iron soaking tub, and heated French terra-cotta floors.

Esteban Gomez of Compass is the listing agent.

4. 1932 S Navajo Dr, Palm Springs, CA

Price: $1,950,000

Why it’s here: This midcentury modern gem built in 1958 was designed by architect William Krisel, who was revered for his iconic butterfly roofline designs.

The funky three-bedroom estate is a throwback to a groovy era with its expansive clerestory windows, vaulted ceilings, yellow statement fireplace, and cement floors. An updated kitchen has custom wood cabinetry, a waterfall breakfast bar, and shimmering blue tiles.

The dining area has glass walls that open to the pool with a spa. The primary suite with a built-in desk has access to a private terrace.

A covered patio has a summer kitchen and a built-in bar. Two bonus rooms that can be accessed from the exterior could be used as a studio, home office, or guest accommodations.

TTK Represents of Compass is the listing agent.

3. 824 Beaulieu Rd, Madawaska, ME

Price: $899,900

Why it’s here: The Castle on the Lake is a three-story Queen Anne Victorian sitting on 3.57 acres overlooking Long Lake.

Built in 1992, the colorful five-bedroom residence boasts a bright pink interior with a two-story foyer, a living room with a marble-surround fireplace, and a primary suite with a turret sitting area. A walk-out level designed for guests has a full kitchen, living room, and en suite bedroom.

There is also a porte cochere, a three-car attached garage, and an unfinished bonus room "originally planned for an indoor pool."

A wraparound porch offers stunning views of the lake and the private boat dock.

Mindy Braley of NextHome Discover is the listing agent.

2. 1022 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY

Price: $380,000

Why it’s here: Investors have the chance to restore this Richardson Romanesque stone home to its former glory. The property last traded hands in 2005 for $670,000 and appeared on the market in 2020 for $899,000. It is unclear what caused the damage to the home when it was relisted in October 2025 for just $400,000.

Built in 1888, the "rare restoration opportunity" located in Old Louisville is still full of charm, character, and potential. Originally operated as a bed-and-breakfast, the seven-bedroom property does need a full renovation, including repairing walls, ceilings, and flooring. However, some historic details, including original millwork and a grand staircase, remain intact.

A covered patio overlooks the fenced-in yard.

George Green III of Green Team Real Estate Services is the listing agent.

1. 1274 State Route 40 W, Claysville, PA

Price: $375,000

Why it’s here: This Victorian built in 1880 offers a stunning and beautifully preserved interior.

Found throughout the 4,015-square-foot interior are classic millwork, a handcarved staircase, hardwood floors, custom wallpapering, stained-glass windows, and ornate fireplaces.

An updated kitchen has rich wood cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and stone countertops. Five bedrooms can be found on the second and third floors, along with modernized bathrooms, including one with a copper claw-foot tub.

The front porch is covered, making it a nice spot for morning coffee.

Juli Barbara of Berkshire Hathaway The Preferred Realty is the listing agent.