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Search the Country's Most Exquisite Old Houses for Sale.

Welcome to CIRCA, a site specially crafted for all the wonderful old house lovers and dreamers out there. Do you walk around wishing you could fix up every fixer-upper, restore every bygone-looking home, and salvage every old door and mantel? We feel your pain! CIRCA is a curated historic house marketplace showcasing the most beautiful old homes for sale all across the country. Go ahead: Browse. Indulge. Find your dream home.

CHEAP OLD HOUSES: THE BOOK

We wrote a book for anyone who has ever dreamt of changing their life to rescue an old house. We’ve scoured the country to find homes in desperate need of saving—including a $45,000 Victorian in Mississippi, a $25,000 mansion in Indiana, an $82,000 recreational camp in Maine, and more. With hundreds of beautiful photographs capturing these homes in all their glory, you’ll be inspired to find “the one”—a fixer upper to rescue that will rescue you right back.

c. 1894
  • Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
  • $439,900

Nestled on a 0.27-acre corner lot, this 6BR/2BA, 4,000+ sqft home showcases 19th-century craftsmanship blended with modern upgrades. Built in 1894 and well-maintained, the property features a welcoming front porch, grand foyer with detailed millwork, and newly restored hardwood floors. The updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinets, and a gas stove, catering […]

Welcome to Penn Hollow, a stunning historic manor located at 173 Candlewyck Dr. in Avondale, PA. This move-in-ready property offers luxurious living with all the charm and character of a European farmhouse. With 5 bedrooms and 4.1 bathrooms spread over 5,284 Sq Ft, this property offers plenty of space that can be easily configured for […]

c. 1950
  • Santa Fe, New Mexico
  • $3,150,000

Welcome to the height of historic Santa Fe luxury and charm a mere mile from the heart of Downtown. This magnificent Historic Eastside estate offers 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms across 8100 square feet on a landscaped 0.75 acres tucked into the beautiful neighborhood off of Old Santa Fe Trail on a quintessential Santa Fe […]

This 1892 Queen Anne style Victorian home has been fully restored to its original elegance with modern amenities! Known as the ”Herndon House,” the grandeur starts in the commanding foyer with the mahogany curved staircase & 2 adjacent parlor living rooms, including a formal fireplace mantel with original embossed tile from Innes and Co. in […]

c. 1918
  • Bastrop, Texas
  • $1,289,000

The T.A. Hasler Home was built circa 1918 and is perched on .688 acres with towering pecans and blooming crape myrtles in the historic district of Bastrop. This historic home exudes timeless elegance and boasts a prime location near the heart of the community. Nestled within walking distance of Fisherman’s park, downtown’s vibrant shopping and […]

Welcome to 240 Library Place, an extraordinary home in the heart of Princeton. Built in 1840, this gem offers a prime location near the vibrant heart of town. Recently refrehsed for spring, this masterpiece allows you to embrace Princeton’s rich legacy as either a primary residence or a Princeton getaway near the renowned Princeton University […]

c. 1961
  • High Point, North Carolina
  • $999,999

One of a kind, ONE loving Owner since 1961! I proudly present to you: 1073 Sweetbriar Rd., High Point, NC! 5BR, 4.5BA home on 9.63 acres in Emerywood of High Point! Tennis court, elevator, enchanting stream with little waterfalls! Watch the sunrise & sunset of every season with the floor to ceiling windows! Separate living […]

Every year, Americans scramble to the UK to walk the streets filled with history, and tour fine old houses. Why bother when you can own one of those fine homes, right here, in Philadelphia. Once in a generation opportunity to own one of the most significant properties in the city, “Binderton” was designed by Cope […]

c. 1966
  • Denver, Colorado
  • $4,250,000

Unique elevations. Integrated Indoor/Outdoor Experience. Open Spaces. This large mid-century modern gem, built in 1966 by Donald R. Roark, Architect, with about 4,700 square feet, is located in Denver’s post-war Hilltop neighborhood. The house exhibits the signature attributes of the Formalism or “California Modern” style—outdoor living spaces and large expanses of glass; exposed structural elements; […]

c. 1967
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • $925,000

Nestled on what the original developer coined “the best lot in the neighborhood” on a wide, tree-lined street in the heart of Sandy Springs rests this refined brick interpretation of English Regency architecture popular in the early part of the 19th century. That period saw a renewed interest in classical Greek design and ideology that […]

A charming country home with beautiful views and amazing porches. So much peace and tranquility awaits you! Beautiful yard with multiple bird feeders and grand live oaks, magnolias, fruit trees and a kitchen garden. Gather eggs from the chicken house in the backyard and make an omelet with the fresh garden herbs. Sit and sip […]

c. 1927
  • Clarksville, Texas
  • $350,000

Beautiful Historical 1927 Craftsman home on 0.73 acres nestled in the town of Clarksville. You will find true Craftsman architecture in every room. Home boasts spacious rooms, over 3,300 Sq. Ft, abundance of natural light, 4/2 bath, 3 distinct woodburning fireplaces with mantels and surrounds. Stunning original hardwoods & crown molding throughout, original hardware on […]

c. 1928
  • Asheville, North Carolina
  • $540,000

Asheville NC . MONTFORD AREA – ADORABLE COMPLETELY RENOVATED CLASSIC BRICK BUNGALOW. This home has an amazing historic charm. Renovated 8 years ago to include electrical, plumbing and HVAC.  Exterior of home painted in 2019.  All new windows.  Incredible location, surrounded by new and updated homes on a dead-end street. Short stroll to downtown! Great […]

c. 1882
  • Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
  • $395,000

Welcome to McCafferty House.  A charming Folk Victorian built in 1882 by Charles McCafferty as his personal residence. McCafferty was known in Bellefonte as the premier builder of many of the residences and commercial buildings, including many the homes on Linn and Curtin Streets. He built the grand stone jail behind the courthouse that served […]

c. 1890
  • Northbridge, Massachusetts
  • $2,000,000

GILDED AGE MANSION IN SEARCH OF A NEW STEWARD… The Whitin-Lasell estate is an exquisite piece of history, ripe with potential for a new caretaker to breathe fresh life into its halls and gardens. Despite the recent fire, the charm and grandeur of the main house remain intact, offering a canvas for restoration and transformation […]

This shotgun style home shines with the character of its 1883 build while the complete renovation in 2023 infused new life. Thanks to the grand scale of the rooms with 12 foot ceilings, this lives much larger than its 1152 square feet.  Exposed brick, original hardwood floors, 2 decorative fireplaces, 8 foot windows in the […]

c. 1851
  • City of Saratoga Springs, New York
  • $16,000,000

Owned by the iconic Queen of Saratoga, the late Marylou Whitney, and her husband John Hendrickson, this 120+ acre property embodies the beauty and history of Saratoga Springs going back to the 1700’s when the property served as a stagecoach stop. The property dates back to the pre-revolutionary war with rumors of George Washington staying […]

c. 1926
  • Los Angeles, California
  • $2,579,000

This stunningly beautiful, restored, architectural and historically significant Trophy Spanish home is in the Miracle Mile HPOZ neighborhood of Los Angeles. Enter the property through the gated Porte-cochere or through an arched wrought iron gate into the spacious walled, tiled and gated courtyard with a lovely fountain. 1920’s character is abundant with hardwood floors throughout, […]

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Clarksville, TX | $350,000
c. 1927

Montclair, NJ | $2,995,000
c. 1925

Carlisle, PA | $1,425,000
c. 1775

Norwalk, OH | $695,000
c. 1906

Swarthmore, PA | $985,000
c. 1736

Midway, SC | $4,850,000
c. 1874

Demopolis, AL | $224,900
c. 1915

Little Rock, AR | $1,999,000
c. 1888

Cooperstown, NY | $1,435,000
c. 1902

Glen Ridge, NJ | $1,899,000
c. 1895

Bar Harbor, ME | $399,000
c. 1936

Winchester, MA | $1,050,000
c. 1840

Albany, NY | $650,000
c. 1960

Salem, VA | $1,249,000
c. 1853

Williamstown, MA | $1,300,000
c. 1764

Garland, TX | $319,500
c. 1927

Ontario, CA | $784,999
c. 1891

Atlanta, GA | $975,000
c. 1904

White Stone, VA | $1,295,000
c. 1897

Milton, PA | $299,975
c. 1920

Hanover, NH | $6,300,000
c. 1897

Somerset, VA | $3,250,000
c. 1823

Walpole, MA | $795,000
c. 1716

Phoenix, AZ | $2,250,000
c. 1939

Orlando, FL | $2,200,000
c. 1927

Durham, NY | $1,625,000
c. 1790

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