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!

c. 1889
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • $750,000

Some places just have that something — a story, a soul, a sense of belonging from a bygone era. Picture it: 1889. Grover Cleveland is president, the Exposition grounds are bustling, and your soon-to-be home is just being built, one of 14 stately brick Queen Anne Victorians lined up like a debutante parade under a […]

Historic 3-story, 5-bay Federal style mansion circa 1827 home originally owned by William Swain, a famous Nantucket Sea Captain reputed to have speared a whale himself on one of his last voyages before settling permanently to the completed four-level mansion in 1827. Many improvements have been recently made to this property, including foundation repair, gutters, […]

c. 1880
  • Hudson, New York
  • $945,000

This picturesque Hudson home is one of the finest examples of French second-empire style, in a city known as ”a dictionary of American architecture.’’ It features a prominent mansard tower with bullseye (oeil-de-boeuf) dormer windows and tall arched paired windows. At the second-floor level, the curved mansard slate roof is pierced by ornate crowned dormer […]

A rare jewel, perched gracefully atop a scenic bluff in one of Dubuque’s most cherished historic neighborhoods, is 563 West 11th Street, locally known as the John Bell House. This stunning Second Empire masterpiece has been lovingly restored to showcase its 19-th century charm and was designed by architect Ora Holland. This home has five […]

c. 1976
  • New Orleans, Louisiana
  • $1,150,000

Amazing Mid Century Modern Home! Welcome to this beautiful & contemporary 3,966 square foot home designed by renowned New Orleans architect, George Saunders, located in the heart of New Orleans. Come enjoy the peace and tranquility that this hidden gem of a neighborhood provides. This meticulously maintained property offers a perfect blend of comfort, modern […]

c. 1850
  • Winchester, Massachusetts
  • $1,550,000

Perfectly situated just moments from the vibrant heart of Winchester, this Mansard-roofed beauty offers a harmonious blend of refined style and comfort. A spacious front porch overlooking a sizable side yard invites you to relax and enjoy the energy of the nearby town center. Inside, the main level blends form and function; expansive living spaces […]

c. 1828
  • Marshall, Virginia
  • $5,500,000

Rockburn Farm is an extraordinary 75-acre estate centered around a classic 10,000 square foot stone manor, originally built in 1828 by the Glascock family. Lovingly restored and expanded by prominent owners such as Hubert B. Phipps and Thomas Mellon Evans, the estate exudes timeless elegance. The seven-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bath manor boasts 10 fireplaces and breathtaking views […]

c. 1911
  • Lynchburg, Virginia
  • $6,900,000

Perfectly set atop an elevated knoll, Villa Maria – known affectionately by locals as ‘The Villa’ – is a 12,000-square-foot Georgian Revival mansion, and is noted as one of Lynchburg’s most distinguished residences. Designed in 1911 by Edward Frye and Aubrey Chesterman, the estate has been meticulously restored by its current owners with painstaking attention […]

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