This unique home, located in Salina, KS, boasts classic architectural charm with its large covered front porch supported by sturdy brick columns, indicative of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Nestled on a spacious double lot, it offers a tranquil, park-like setting with lush mature trees and green space, enhancing privacy through alleys on two sides. The interior features original hardwood floors and period fixtures, synonymous with its historic essence. The layout includes three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a versatile partially finished basement used as a fourth bedroom. An oversized carriage house and ample off-street parking add to its practical appeal. Priced at $205,000, this home combines character and comfort in a highly sought-after neighborhood, making it a rare find for discerning buyers.
Front Porch
This is the front porch and side view of a historic American home featuring a charming blend of white wooden siding and red brick pillars. The porch, elevated by a few steps, is supported by thick brick columns with white wooden beams above. A black front door with a window is flanked by decorative wall elements and a red chair with a flower pot, adding a welcoming touch. The roof’s gable design and inviting greenery surrounding the house enhance its classic, rustic aesthetic. A concrete walkway leads up to the porch, complementing the overall tidy and inviting exterior.
Front Porch
The front porch features a classic and inviting design with a gray wooden floor and white paneled walls, and ceiling. A dark glass storm door with the house number ‘1210’ is framed by white trim. The porch includes two white wooden rocking chairs adorned with floral-patterned cushions in shades of red, blue, and orange, and a small round glass-top table between them. Further back, a white wicker chair is placed beside a cozy swinging bench, also with floral cushions. Decorative touches include a heart-shaped American flag wall ornament and a black mailbox with hooks underneath, enhancing the porch’s charming, traditional American aesthetic.
Staircase Area
A wooden staircase with a classic design features evenly spaced spindles and a substantial newel post, leading upwards to an upper floor. The walls are painted in a muted beige tone, complementing the warm wooden floorboards. A bench seat with storage is integrated into the side of the staircase, adding functional charm. A medium-sized window, framed in matching wood trim, lets in natural light and sits above a small shelf holding decorative items, including a sign. The adjacent room is visible through a wide doorway with rich wood trim, revealing a ceiling fan and wooden paneling.
Living Room Details
This living room features a calm and inviting layout with neutral walls and warm wood trim around the windows and baseboards. Two large windows with sheer white curtains allow natural light to flood the space, creating an airy ambiance. A comfortable, plush green recliner sits beside a wooden side table supporting a decorative lamp and framed photo, next to an elegant framed painting. The coffee table in front is solid wood with glass insets and drawers for storage, adorned with a tray and books. A dark TV stand holds a flat-screen television opposite a light-colored sofa, while a ceiling fan with dark wood blades hangs overhead, enhancing both comfort and style.
Kitchen Dining Area
This kitchen dining area blends rustic and traditional styles with wooden cabinetry and wall paneling in warm honey tones. The cabinetry has simple, flat-panel doors with vintage brass hardware, extending along one wall and above the counter space. A ceiling fan with five wooden blades and multiple light fixtures hangs centrally, providing airflow and illumination. The flooring features a pale, patterned linoleum surface, contrasted by a dark brick backsplash that adds texture and depth. A round wooden dining table with four matching chairs occupies one corner, beneath a large framed painting of a serene landscape. A black dishwasher and microwave complement the wood elements, creating a cozy and functional kitchen space.
Living Room Details
This living room features a spacious, open layout with warm wooden floors and baseboards that complement the natural wood trim around the large set of windows, which have white blinds. The walls are painted a soft, neutral beige, creating a cozy atmosphere. A light-colored sofa with wooden shelving on the back faces an arched opening leading to a secondary sitting area with a television and additional seating. Two ceiling fans with wooden blades and light fixtures hang from the ceiling, adding both comfort and style. A patterned area rug with muted tones anchors the room, while a small desk and chair sit neatly tucked against the wall beside the windows, paired with a classic table lamp and framed artwork for an inviting, functional corner.
Bedroom Details
A cozy bedroom features a bed with white sheets and layered pillows in neutral tones, adding warmth to the space. The bedspread is a muted green, complementing the soft beige walls that create a calm atmosphere. Two windows with sheer white curtains allow natural light to gently filter through, brightening the room. A wooden dresser beneath the right window holds a vintage radio, contributing a nostalgic touch. The hardwood floor is partially covered by a patterned area rug with earth tones, enhancing the room’s historic charm. A framed artwork hangs on the wall between the windows, adding an element of classic decor.
Bedroom Elements
This bedroom features a cozy layout with a prominent metal bed frame positioned centrally against a wall with large windows draped in semi-transparent curtains that allow soft natural light to enter. The walls are painted a soft white, enhancing the bright atmosphere. Wooden accents are present throughout, highlighted by the door and baseboards made of richly grained, natural wood, and matching the wooden cabinet beneath a modern flat-screen television. A traditional ceiling fan with wooden blades adds functionality and rustic charm. The bed is adorned with a patterned quilt in muted tones, complementing the understated, warm aesthetic of the room.
Bathroom Vanity
This small bathroom area features a wooden vanity with a white countertop and an integrated sink. Above the sink, there is a rectangular mirror with a wooden frame that complements the vanity below. Mounted on the wall to the left of the mirror is a decorative metal wall art piece shaped like a bird, which adds a touch of charm. Below the artwork, a wooden towel ring holds a neatly folded white towel. To the right of the vanity, a wooden towel bar is affixed to the wall. The shower area is visible with frosted sliding glass doors, framed in white. The walls are painted a soft, neutral color that brightens the space and enhances the natural wood finishes.
Bedroom Details
This bedroom features a cozy layout centered around an ornate metal bed frame with floral and scroll motifs, painted in a dark vintage finish. The bed is dressed in a quilted bedspread and matching pillows with muted floral patterns in soft pink and gray tones. The walls are painted a light neutral color, complementing the warm wood tones of the door and trim, which reveal rich, natural wood grain. Natural light filters through sheer taupe curtains covering a large window. A small wooden side table holds a lamp and decorative items. A ceiling fan with wooden blades and built-in lights hangs overhead, adding functionality and rustic charm to the space.
Bedroom View
This bedroom features a cozy layout centered around a neatly made white bed adorned with multiple pillows, including one with a striking blue accent. The walls are decorated with vertical striped wallpaper in soothing gray and white tones, enhancing the room’s calm ambiance. Warm wooden accents highlight the doors and surrounding trim, injecting a sense of historic charm. A simple ceiling fan with wooden blades and multiple light bulbs hangs overhead, offering both illumination and air circulation. Floating wall shelves display artistic paintings, contributing subtle color and personality, while small bedside tables hold modest lamps and decorative plants. Carpeted flooring completes the inviting environment.
Bathroom Details
This bathroom features a compact and functional layout with a white toilet positioned beneath a window adorned with sheer white curtains framed by natural wood trim. To the left, a shower area has a multicolored fabric curtain with vertical striped patterns in earthy tones. Above the sink, there is a wooden cabinet with paneled doors and a mirrored section, matching the natural wood elements throughout the space. The walls are light-colored, enhancing the brightness from the window. Decorative wall art with marine and abstract themes, along with a round clock, enrich the walls, adding personality to the room. A white sink with chrome fixtures sits atop a wooden vanity, complemented by a soap dispenser and a small dish on the counter, making the room both cozy and inviting.
Backyard Deck
A wooden backyard deck furnished with two distinct black metal outdoor dining sets. One table is round with cushioned chairs, while the other is oval-shaped without cushions. Both tables have green potted plants as centerpieces, adding natural decor. The deck is surrounded by a lattice wood railing. A large mature tree stands prominently near the deck, offering shade and blending the outdoor space with the surrounding greenery. The background features a fenced yard, neighboring houses with light-colored siding, and a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds, creating a peaceful suburban ambiance.
Backyard and Outbuilding
This outdoor scene showcases the backyard area of a historic American home. The central focus is a detached white outbuilding with a steeply pitched dark gray roof, featuring small windows on each side. The building is positioned near a dirt driveway that curves alongside the property. Tall, mature trees with dense green foliage provide shade and a natural canopy, creating a serene, inviting atmosphere. A metal gate and wire fencing enclose a grassy yard adjacent to the outbuilding, bordered by a larger house with white siding and a welcoming porch visible in the background, blending rustic charm with practical outdoor space.
Basement Bedroom and Laundry
This basement space serves as a combined bedroom and laundry area, featuring an exposed wooden beam ceiling painted white, giving a rustic yet utilitarian feel. A floral quilt in shades of red and cream covers the bed in the foreground. On one side, clothing racks display a variety of garments, adding functionality. The beige carpet softens the room’s practical vibe. A wooden room divider partially hides a white washer and dryer set placed under visible ventilation pipes. Simple furnishings, including a wooden chair, a small desk lamp, and a dark wooden mantelpiece, enhance the cozy yet industrial atmosphere.
Kitchen Dining Area
This cozy kitchen dining area features wood-paneled walls with a mid-century charm, accented by a brick wainscot along the lower half. A round wooden dining table is surrounded by four matching spindle-back chairs, creating a warm and inviting spot for meals. On one side, a framed painting of a yellow building and green landscape adds a splash of color. The kitchen extends into a bright space with white flooring, a black refrigerator, a stove, and a door with a glass panel and white lace curtains, enhancing the home’s vintage aesthetic.
Listing Agent: Travis Dooley of Real Broker, LLC via Zillow
