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9 Homes on the National Register of Historic Places for Sale Right Now

Quite a few homes have landed on the National Register of Historic Places thanks to notable past residents. Others make the list because of a legendary builder. Whatever the reason, each home on the register has been deemed worthy of preservation and protection—in the national interest.

Created in 1966, the National Register now includes more than 92,000 properties that are part of the fabric of the country’s shared heritage. Owners of such a special property must agree to certain limitations on how much of the structure can be changed, in order to preserve its historic value. Purchasing one means owning a piece of, and place in, American history.

If you’d like to be a steward of one of these historic residences, several are available as we speak. To aid your hunt, we’ve pinpointed nine homes on the National Register you can buy right now. Take a look, and step back in time—and into one of these lovely abodes.

936 S. Main St, Findlay, OH 

Price: $409,000
Historic record: Built in 1893 by James T. Adams for his son, Charles, this Queen Anne Victorian has been lovingly preserved. From the wood accents to the foyer and grand staircase, every aspect of the four-bedroom home has been carefully maintained. Recent updates include a new kitchen with copper farm sink and double oven. In the backyard, 5,000 brick pavers were removed from the basement and repurposed to build new walkways and a patio.

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350 S B St., Tustin, CA

Price: $1,600,000
Historic record: This landmark in the heart of Old Town Tustin was built in 1881 by San Francisco builder David Hewes with old-growth redwood and handmade, square-cut iron nails. Sitting on a half-acre with a semicircular driveway, the home creates a fantastic first impression. The formal entry, 12-foot ceilings, and original windows are perfect for those who appreciate history and tradition. The interiors have been updated where appropriate, including a remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, a caterer’s service porch, and a wine cellar.

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232 N. Rowlett St, Collierville, TN 

Price: $575,000
Historic record: Built in 1890, this home in west Tennessee sits on almost a full acre filled with mature trees. Updates to the four-bedroom home include a detached three-car garage with a studio apartment. Interiors still feature original heart pine flooring throughout, and the large front porch looks like an inviting place to spend a spring day.

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31 W. 36th St, Kansas City, MO

Price: $675,000
Historic record: Built in 1889 for Kansas City Mayor George Shelley, this Italianate-Queen Anne home sits on more than a third of an acre in the heart of Hyde Park. Original features include leaded art glass, cherry and oak mantels, custom woodwork, brass hardware, and pocket doors. The five-bedroom home boasts 10.5-foot ceilings with rewired antique chandeliers and has a new roof.

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2930 Fair Acres Dr, Amberley, OH 

Price: $1,200,000
Historic record: Built in 1803, this grand home outside Cincinnati is known as the James Baxter house. The six-bedroom main residence sits on a manicured 2.6-acre lot and measures more than 6,200 square feet. The interiors feature original walnut and cherry moldings and hardwood floors. For family and friends, there’s a five-room guesthouse also on the property.

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24 Mine St, Flemington, NJ

Price: $1,950,000
Historic record: Known in the area simply as “The Mansion,” this home built in 1874 is currently used as an office building. The six-bedroom, 9,000-square-foot building sits on just over an acre, which also holds a 2,100-square-foot building that could be a rental property. The main house is seriously formal and designed to impress, with marble floors, ornate fireplaces, and custom woodwork throughout.

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620 E. Forest Ave, Neenah, WI

Price: $499,900
Historic record: Known as the Frank B. Whiting home, this impressive residence features historic charm on the outside and cool modern style inside. Located on Doty Island in Lake Winnebago, the five-bedroom, three-story home sits on more than an acre.

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80 Kay St, Newport, RI

Price: $1,849,000
Historic record: Called Aufenthalt, this lavish home was built in 1881. Designed by architect Clarence S. Luce, it served as the summer home for Letitia B. Sargent. With seven bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, a large yard and a prime location, this property—with approval from the zoning board—has serious potential as a bed-and-breakfast. The current owner recently completed an extensive interior and exterior renovation, making it a move-in ready historic gem.

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205 Sumter Ave, Summerville, SC 

Price: $795,000
Historic record: Built in 1882, this Charleston single-style (long and shallow) home sits on nearly a full acre in a prestigious historic district under a canopy of centuries-old trees. The four-bedroom home boasts double piazzas, original heart pine floors, large windows with original glass, and five fireplaces. The entire affair is gated with a picture-perfect white picket fence.

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