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.
Historical charm abounds in this home located on one of Greenville’s most desirable streets, Longview Terrace. The home will deceive you from the street as it appears to be a cute cottage, but at 3400 square feet, it is large enough to accommodate your family and guests. The main floor is an entertainer’s dream with […]
The West End’s Lawrence-Snavely House sits in a lovely bend of West Fourth Street near Grace Court Park. This historic home offers the best in downtown living! Easily walk to many of Winston-Salem’s arts, culture, and dining venues. Hanes Park, the YMCA, and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center (Atrium Health) are practically around the corner! […]
Nestled into the beauty of WNC, you’ll find a turn of the century c1880 storybook cottage set on 5.97 acres of flowering meadows and forest. The front porch welcomes you in where you’ll find a living room anchored by a stone fireplace, a dining/library where you can host meals, or cozy up by the wood […]
This fabulous Garden District home, built in 1890, is just off St Charles Ave. It boasts wood floors throughout, 12 foot ceilings, and wonderful natural light. The back yard features a beautifully landscaped pool, and there’s a huge side yard. After entering an impressive foyer with gracious stairway, the living and dining rooms beckon with […]
Vintage charm abounds in this almost 100 year old house. A Unique Craftsman style exterior with both covered and open porches along the front of the home, this home begs for entertaining. The foyer opens to a cozy reading nook and then to the large living room with fireplace. Hardwood floors are throughout with the […]
So much to LOVE about this stunning, original Waldensian home located in the heart of this quaint foothills town! Floor plan + full features & updates list found in photos. Look closely at the rare heart pine floors in the dining room & porcelain-tiled porches. Create your special space in the newly finished all-season room […]
Good bones with a GREAT story! This 1855 Greek Revival is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Rich historic features and facts including functioning gas lamps, grand italianate chandeliers, grecian pillars, original marble fireplaces, and hand-carved ornate wood details throughout. One of a-kind-carpentry details like Pacific Redwood pillars and a massive intricate 17th […]
Once upon a time, King’s Creek Farm was a haven for cows, horses, and pigs, and then an apiary where beekeepers collected and sold their liquid gold in the Honey House. Now, the pastoral scene has evolved, and the rolling fields play host to a charming congregation of sheep – gentle grazers that continue the […]
Welcome to this Historic Spruce Hill Queen Anne Victorian. A home filled with original details, and renovated with thoughtful, modern amenities. This 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath twin is part of the Chester-Regent Historic District designed by famed Philadelphia architect Willis Hale and located on mature tree-lined pedestrian-favorite blocks. The property is in prime location next […]
Breathtakingly Beautiful Historic Woodcrest Estate. Built in 1890. Situated on 7.7 Acres (including 5457 Rivoli Drive) will totally Captivate your Heart with Her Grand Presence. Updated and Renovated to Perfection. This Majestic Home with Gorgeous Hardwood Floors throughout is an Entertainer’s Dream Home. The Salt Water Pool with Historic Cabin Guest Home currently used as […]
Step back in time and uncover the rich history of this beautiful property located in the heart of downtown Statesville. Built in 1920, it is situated in the Mitchell College Historic District and is a true diamond in the rough. It awaits restoration by a buyer with vision. Loaded w/vintage charm, this home features a […]
Embrace the timeless elegance of this 1800s antique home nestled in the quaint village of Egremont. Offering a prime location, and situated on nearly 2 acres of lush, manicured grounds, this enchanting property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in a picturesque setting. As you approach the residence, you’ll be captivated […]
Annie Savoy, who made her fictional home in the movie ”Bull Durham” here at 911 North Mangum St said ”Baseball may be a religion full of magic, cosmic truth, and the fundamental ontological riddles of our time, but it’s also a job” This glorious home and huge lot in such a walkable location certainly has […]
Classic center hall cottage, c.1880-81, on corner lot in downtown historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Original heart pine floors with walnut in center hall. Silk drapes. Ceiling fans in most rooms. Four fireplaces with gas inserts. Primary bedroom’s en suite bath renovated in 2022 with marble double vanity, walk-in shower, […]
Stunning GREEK REVIVAL FARMHOUSE on 13 ACRES zoned for RESIDENTIAL The Queen Rising gracefully like the regal queen that it embodies, this majestic MASTERPIECE has proudly stood in the picturesque countryside between Cooperstown and Oneonta for almost two CENTURIES. The striking NEOCLASSICAL architecture of the home exudes a grand sense of country living, while the […]
Historic English Revival Estate in coveted Altadena. This substantial home is characterized by creamy plaster, heavy wood timber, natural wood shingles, and promises to charm visitors at first sight. Located in the unique Farnsworth Park neighborhood the home is surrounded by a collection of diverse architecture, strong sense of place, nature and privacy, locally owned […]
Beautiful historic home combines old world charm with modern conveniences and is located well enough off the main road to avoid the noise from the traffic on Main St. Original plaster walls in all but two rooms. 8 decorative fireplaces; 1 funcutional wood burning fireplace in the sunroom. Kitchen boasts new counter tops; cupboard doors […]
Dream location in the heart of the W 6th Street Historic District! Stroll to the thriving downtown Columbia Square, with its fresh eateries, pubs & shops – living here you can instantly be a part of this charming community. This 1900 Victorian home has been fully & thoughtfully renovated to the highest level by House […]
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Newport, NH | $420,000
c. 1880
Mobile, AL | $499,000
c. 1867
Dallas, TX | $1,274,000
c. 1920
Minot, ME | $1,250,000
c. 1880
Union, WV | $325,000
c. 1830
New Bedford, MA | $925,000
c. 1844
Delhi, NY | $1,275,000
c. 1875
Union, ME | $630,000
c. 1820
Greensboro, GA | $3,500,000
c. 1883
Cambridge, MA | $775,000
c. 1913
Montclair, NJ | $1,900,000
c. 1902
Lynchburg, VA | $650,000
c. 1874
Austin, TX | $3,850,000
c. 1934
Schoharie, NY | $699,000
c. 1869
Cooperstown, NY | $810,000
c. 1826
Macon, GA | $1,385,000
c. 1890
Altadena, CA | $2,750,000
c. 1925
Shrewsbury, MA | $675,000
c. 1900
Saarland, Germany | $3,700,000
c. 1570
Charlton, NY | $1,400,000
c. 1820
Rose Valley, PA | $595,000
c. 1860
Forks Township, PA | $640,000
c. 1790
Colonial Beach, VA | $435,000
c. 1900
Fairfield, CT | $1,295,000
c. 1907
Somerset, VA | $3,250,000
c. 1823
Port Royal, VA | $1,250,000
c. 1846
New Bedford, MA | $1,050,000
c. 1855
San Jose, CA | $1,988,000
c. 1891
Honolulu, HI | $2,220,000
c. 1937
Essex, CT | $975,000
c. 1845
Manitou Beach, MI | $749,000
c. 1922
Galveston, TX | $1,400,000
c. 1886
Bellefonte, PA | $699,000
c. 1900
Lancaster, PA | $1,795,000
c. 1931
Lancaster, PA | $1,795,000
c. 1931
Beverly, MA | $529,000
c. 1712
Astoria, OR | $1,699,000
c. 1852
Plant City, FL | $849,000
c. 1917
Sylva, NC | $1,750,000
c. 1939
Chicago, IL | $2,199,900
c. 1910
Dallas, TX | $1,699,000
c. 1927
Hazlehurst, MS | $649,000
c. 1950
High Springs, FL | $550,000
c. 1929
Holden, MA | $979,000
c. 1854
Brattleboro, VT | $640,000
c. 1880
Cooperstown, NY | $559,000
c. 1825
