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.
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.
This 1913 California Craftsman home with an inviting covered porch celebrates the beauty of the period by retaining its timeless architectural character. Within South Pasadena’s blue ribbon school district, this 3-bedroom, 4-bath home offers almost 2,900 square feet of interior living space. In addition, a studio above the detached garage offers an additional 500+ square […]
SOLD for $755,076 – 113% of the asking Price! As is so often, the history of the area begins with the Penn land grants. Chester County really began in what is now Delaware County, and the “far reaches” of the county did not have official grants of acreage. As a matter of dispute, it was […]
HISTORIC MARIETTA SQUARE VICTORIAN! If you’ve walked or driven around beautiful, historical Marietta Square swooning over the pretty architecture and tree-lined streets, you know this house. You stand outside it as you line up for the Halloween parade. You admire it as you drive through the city gazing up at the lighted orbs high in […]
Cherry Walk circa 1781, located in the Millers Tavern Rural Historic District, was built for Carter Croxton, a Revolutionary War figure from Essex County. The main house features handsome flemish bond brickwork, a wood shake gambrel roof, and two elegant chimneys that flank both sides of this late 18th century Tidewater Cape. Original brickwork on […]
Meticulous and charming and recently renovated 4 bedroom, 4 bath antique cottage situated in a private story book setting along the banks of the Kampoosa Brook in a desirable Stockbridge location. Thoughtful attention to detail at every turn creates a perfect marriage of old and new, making this jewel box a delightful surprise, and well […]
Welcome to the Edwards House, a stunning Italianate-style residence, meticulously preserved and listed on the Historical Kansas Registry. Built in 1874, this grand two-story home is a masterpiece of 19th-century architecture and uniquely blends historic charm and modern comfort. Marking the entrance to this grand estate, the stone gate posts lead to a long driveway, […]
THIS DARLING AMERICAN FOURSQUARE MANSION WELCOMES WITH THE GRACE OF A BYGONE ERA! Fall in love with this three bedroom historic beauty nestled in one of San Antonio’s oldest neighborhoods and one of its widest streets. Alta Vista, just north of downtown and anchored by historic San Pedro Park, was one of the city’s . […]
VILLA IN THE ITALIAN STYLE Located on the most prestigious street in Hudson, the Samuel Edwards house is a striking example of Hudson Valley Italianate architecture. The refined villa was built in the 1870’s at Willard Place, an early planned residential enclave of historic stately homes in the heart of Hudson. The impressive brick house […]
Discover this stunning 4-bedroom Victorian home set on a beautiful .99-acre lot in a lovely, private setting just on the outskirts of historic Wellsboro. Offering a perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience, this home features an inviting front porch and a spacious deck, ideal for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you’ll find hardwood […]
Welcome to your dream home at 1266 Old Baptist Road, nestled in the quaint surroundings of North Kingstown, RI. This remarkable 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom Victorian house presents an opportunity to embrace a tranquil lifestyle as your principal residence, a serene second home, or a lucrative income-producing property. Inside, you’ll be greeted by a warm and inviting […]
Frascati, c. 1823. Here is an exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire a national landmark perfectly located on 62.74 acres in the Somerset estate area of Orange County. Frascati was built for Philip Barbour, Associate Justice for the Supreme Court by John Perry, known for his work for Thomas Jefferson in building the University of Virginia […]
In the early 1920s, as the Kenilworth neighborhood developed, several homes of significance were built and this beautiful house was one of them. Built by John H. and Rachel Jenkins and attributed to Biltmore House architect, Richard Sharp Smith, this home sits atop the knoll on Sherwood Road. Mountain views, heart pine floors, nine-foot ceilings, […]
Gorgeous Victorian Lady that has a special connection to Texas History: built by Charles W. Stewart, two-time mayor of Navasota and son of Charles B. Stewart, signor of the Texas Declaration of Independence and designer of the Texas State Flag. Original character and charm include: hardwood floors, wainscotting, crown molding and 14′ ceilings. Spacious home […]
Beautifully sited in the heart of prestigious Biltmore Forest, this stunning Georgian Revival estate, designed by Erle Stillwell, blends classic elegance with park-like tranquility. Boasting nine bedrooms in the main house and three-bedrooms in the guest house, its symmetrical facade, large windows, and classic proportions showcase architectural grandeur on 4.67 landscaped acres. A greenhouse adds […]
PRICE REDUCED!!! Perfect for a family with foster children, a family that wants a mother in law suite, or a home owner who just wants a lots of space. With the second utility/potential kitchen upstairs, there are even more options. Solar panels come free! Historic home,-. Lovely staircase, heavy antique wood doors and moldings, heart […]
HISTORIC LANDMARK BAYFRONT ESTATE…the Bowman-Cotton Residence c. 1929 by Master Architects, Richard S. Requa and Herbert L. Jackson. Notable not only for its Architectural Provenance but also its exceedingly Private Location on over a third of an acre with direct Beach/Bay frontage in coveted La Playa, this incredibly special early California Spanish Estate features glorious, […]
This recently renovated property blends historic charm with modern luxury. The 1850s home features a luxurious bright kitchen, a private primary suite addition with a jacuzzi, and multiple outbuildings, including a pool house with a sauna, hot tub, kitchen, and sunroom, a restored 1850s barn, a 5-room carriage house, a heated 24×40 equipment building, and […]
This Grand Historical ADK home sits at Schroon River Falls, just North of Schroon Lake, & has endless possibilities! It exudes charm and character throughout with its stunning woodwork, HW floors and exposed beams. 6 of the 8 beds are full en-suites w/ cozy sitting areas, parlor and formal dining room provide ample room for […]
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Princess Anne, MD | $2,950,000
c. 1740
Princess Anne, MD | $1,225,000
c. 1780
Charleston, SC | $2,850,000
c. 1945
Mineral Point, WI | $990,000
c. 1840
Charlemont, MA | $2,100,000
c. 1900
San Diego, CA | $4,400,000
c. 1905
Washington, DC | $5,850,000
c. 1867
Washington, GA | $999,000
c. 1884
Hague, VA | $2,220,000
c. 1886
Greensboro, NC | $950,000
c. 1919
Greensboro, NC | $2,250,000
c. 1939
Goldsboro, NC | $379,900
c. 1905
Tewksbury, NJ | $1,499,000
c. 1840
Southport, NC | $1,295,000
c. 1910
Ligonier, PA | $1,100,000
c. 1956
Doylestown, PA | $650,000
c. 1843
Tappahannock, VA | $699,999
c. 1830
West Bridgewater, MA | $699,999
c. 1830
Warm Springs, VA | $2,200,000
c. 1933
Hagerstown, MD | $484,900
c. 1854
Newbury, MA | $1,698,777
c. 1780
Haverstraw, NY | $599,000
c. 1930
New Rochelle, NY | $799,000
c. 1926
Epping, NH | $729,000
c. 1900
Richmond, VA | $849,950
c. 1848
Germantown, NY | $10,000,000
c. 1890
Somerset, VA | $2,750,000
c. 1823
Montclair, NJ | $1,099,000
c. 1912
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | $629,000
c. 1920
Greenwich, CT | $2,750,000
c. 1792
Clinton, CT | $500,000
c. 1870
Fairdale, WV | $239,000
c. 1855
Eagle Bridge, NY | $950,000
c. 1865
Baker City, OR | $335,000
c. 1901
Peoria, IL | $450,000
c. 1914
Northport, NY | $1,599,000
c. 1935
South Williamsport, PA | $759,000
c. 1887
Bernardsville, NJ | $759,000
c. 1932
Madison, NJ | $1,350,000
c. 1895
Middleburg, VA | $2,195,000
c. 1914
Leesburg, VA | $1,165,000
c. 1777
Phoenix, AZ | $2,599,000
c. 1927
Oak Hill, NY | $399,000
c. 1850
Burlington, Ontario | $5,999,000
c. 1900
Bowling Green, VA | $837,000
c. 1843
