We've Started a Weekly "Old House Eye Candy" Video Series!

By Elizabeth Finkelstein. I have big, exciting news! I come across SO many amazing old house listings that I decided to start a weekly video series showing off my favorites. Check out my first "geek out" session below. Let me know what you think--and make sure to follow our YouTube Channel to see more eye candy each week!  ...

Check Out My Latest Article for Country Living Magazine!

By Elizabeth Finkelstein. As many of you know, I'm a weekly columnist over at Country Living Magazine, where I write about my favorite old houses for sale (many of which debut right here on CIRCA!). This week, I waxed poetic about this spectacular porch in Braithwaite, Louisiana. Couldn't you just DIE!? Head on over to Country Living to read all about it! And thanks to Peter Patout at Talbot Historic...

Fixer-Upper: The Spectacular Enger Mansion in Cincinnati, Ohio

by Teresa Iafolla. All photos courtesy of Keller Williams Realty and Cincinnati Historic Homes This week’s Friday fixer-upper is a one-of-a-kind find that I don’t see often—which is saying a lot, since I comb through Zillow on a daily basis!   Meet the Historic Enger Mansion, one of the “Great Houses of Cincinnati.” You're looking at 10 bedrooms, 5 baths, and a sprawling 12,668 sqft of...

10 Houses Under $50,000: October 2015 Edition

by Teresa Iafolla Did last month fly right by for you, too? Well, the good news is that fall is officially here, the leaves are changing, and it’s already time for another round-up of 10 beautiful old houses with bargain price tags. Seriously, some of these are listed for only a few thousand dollars! How can you say no to that? As usual, enjoy perusing the findings!   This week's picks, right this...

5 of the Most Amazing Fixer-Uppers Currently on the Market

by Teresa Iafolla. All photos courtesy of MRIS Homes September is the perfect time for new beginnings — and to scoop up your next fixer upper and give it a facelift! There always seems to be more houses on the market this time of year, and this week’s crop of charming fixers is proof of it. Call me indecisive, but there are so many amazing old homes available right now, I couldn’t pick just one for...

We've Got a Crush On This Indiana Farmhouse!

by Leona Jaeger No doubt many of us have heard the old saying referring to having to wait for something “till the cows come home.” Well, in this case it is meant both figuratively and literally! With that kind of omen, this might be the home you’ve been waiting for!  ...

5 Inspiring Farmhouse Kitchens

by Katy Mendenhall. Kitchens are the center of our home. It’s the one room where we come together to create conversation, relationships, and most importantly, food. So, it’s critical that we create a kitchen space that is comfortable, stylish, and functional.  ...

Fixer-Upper: A Fairy Tale Victorian in Baltimore, Maryland

by Teresa Iafolla. All photos courtesy of MRIS Homes If you're looking for a fairytale Victorian, nestled more than an acre of verdant, Maryland greenery, today's find will have you on the phone with your realtor before you can say "fixer-upper." This rare Maryland gem is a circa 1880 Victorian, located near Baltimore in quiet Catonsville.  ...

10 Houses Under $50,000: September 2015 Edition

by Teresa Iafolla   Thinking about grabbing a bargain-priced fixer-upper and restoring it to it’s former glory? Well, you’re in luck! September has brought a bounty of historical havens – all under 50K. Whether you’re hunting for a cute, cozy cottage in peaceful Maine, or a large, Victorian mansion in Pennsylvania, there’s something on this list for you.   Take a peek and dare yourself...

A Blue Ridge Babe: You Should Move to Black Mountain, North Carolina!

By Alix Adams. Photo by Sloan Poe. Welcome to "You Should Move To...", in which we travel the country scoping out beautiful, under-the-radar old house towns where big charm can be had for little cost. Have a city, town or neighborhood to recommend? Send it along to [email protected]!   Black Mountain, North Carolina is the kind of town that has real personality. Warm and welcoming, she’s a...

Spectacular Antique Chandeliers From Every Era

by Rhonda Montague. All photos courtesy of FirstDibs.   We’ve gathered a stunning selection of antique and vintage glass chandeliers from the Victorian Era right through Mid Century Modern to share with you! Click on the corresponding link to take you to the online shop where you can see more photos and find out more information about each vintage piece. Happy shopping!  ...

Fixer-Upper: A Second-Empire Style Mansion in East Hampton, Connecticut

by Teresa Iafolla. All photos courtesy of Hunter Realty Group In the cozy, northeastern town of East Hampton, Connecticut sits a beautiful old mansion waiting for a new owner. Homes in this neck of the woods typically cost a small (or not so small) fortune, so for just $299,500 this is a relative steal. The catch? According to the listing, "the property has freeze damage will not qualify for...