Second Empire Style Houses for Sale
Second Empire Style Houses for Sale
We all have our own versions of what heaven must look like. But at CIRCA, we have good reason to believe that beyond those golden gates lie miles and miles of houses topped with mansard roofs. Our hearts melt every time one of these delicious Parisian imports is flashed in front of our ogling eyes. Honestly, is there anything more perfect than a Victorian confection capped with a towering mansard roof? The answer is no. No. No. No. Not even close!
J.L. Hudson, founder of the Hudson’s department store, lived here from 1894 to 1904. Held by the same owner for about 20 years, the Hudson-Evans House is an 1872 French Second Empire landmark in Brush Park, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with red brick on rough-cut stone, two-story bays, and a mansard […]
Watch the Virtual Tour here! Located in High Point, NC this home is one of Emerywood’s first homes, and among the finest Colonial Revival homes in High Point. A semicircular columned portico with a Chinese Chippendale balustrade, blind arches with garlands and urns and a tile hipped roof set a formal stage, yet the floor […]
The National Register of Historic Places Henry Blosser Estate features the 1878 Second Empire mansion and historic Swiss horse barn. As a private residence or for your ”next big dream” over 17,000 sf of historic space blends 19th-century grandeur and modern convenience. The award- winning restoration of the home features stunning period details, soaring ceilings, […]
Rare Rockefeller-Era Treasure in Forest Hills! Stunning French Normandy-style home commissioned by the Rockefeller family in 1929 and designed by renowned architect Andrew J. Thomas. One of only 81 homes commissioned on the site of the John D. Rockefeller estate, this remarkable residence is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Beautifully preserved architectural […]
A Rare Piece of Rollinsford History Step into the extraordinary at 75 South Street, a remarkable 1864 brick Second Empire residence with a story deeply connected to Rollinsford’s historic Salmon Falls mill community. Originally built as the Mill Agent’s Home, this impressive property reflects the stature and craftsmanship of an era when architecture was built […]
This home is a classic example of Second Empire Victorian architecture, with a Mansard Roof, Center Polygonal 3 story Tower, Dormered Windows, and Roof Top Finial. The recently painted exterior exemplifies the Painted Lady presentation of this Grand Dame Victorian home, highlighting intricate brackets, moldings, and period detailing which further showcase the craftsmanship of the […]
c. 1890
One of Austin’s most remarkable surviving Folk Victorian homes, the Wilkins-Heath House offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved piece of the city’s earliest residential history. Dating to the late 1880s, the home is a City of Austin Historic Landmark and contributing property within the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District. National […]
Built in 1875, the Hayes House rises with quiet grandeur as one of Dover’s most enduring architectural treasures. Built by Civil War Union Quartermaster Andrew Young, this commanding Second Empire Victorian reflects a period when craftsmanship, proportion, and permanence guided design. Later known as the Hayes Mansion, the residence became woven into the fabric of […]
Built circa 1869 and rooted in more than 150 years of St. Louis history, 1840 South 8th Street is a remarkable Soulard residence where the architecture tells a story all its own. Historical research traces the home to German born bricklayer and stonemason Charles Eyermann, with later two story additions made during the ownership of […]
Welcome to one of Honeoye Falls’ most admired village homes, where timeless Victorian character meets exceptional modern luxury. Set on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot, this magazine-worthy residence offers over 2,907 square feet of thoughtfully renovated living space with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The heart of the home is a stunning chef’s kitchen […]
Set on 3 acres surrounded by open farmland, this Second Empire-style house, circa 1873, enjoys easterly views of Lake Champlain and westerly views of the foothills of the Adirondacks. The house beautifully reflects the hallmark details of its era, featuring mansard roofs, ornate brackets, and cornices around the hipped roofline, along with large rectangular windows. […]
Step into a rare piece of Missouri history at 709 Herring Street, an extraordinary historic Victorian home set on 2.6 acres in the heart of Brunswick. Offering approximately 4,400 sq ft, this architectural treasure showcases original woodwork, intricate trim, soaring ceilings, and seven fireplaces, each a testament to timeless craftsmanship. The grand entry welcomes you […]