A historic property sitting at the end of Elfreths Aly—the oldest residential street in America—in Philadelphia is this week's most popular home on realtor.com®. It's listed for $1.2 million.
Built in 1703, the home is a National Historic Landmark and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, galleries, and historic sites such as the Liberty Bell. The history is visible in the listing photos, even below ground! "The basement is like a fortress," says listing agent Ryan McManus. "It was used as a root cellar."
Other clues to the two-bedroom home's rich history include the now inoperable outhouse just off the kitchen.
Elfreths Aly with its cobblestone streets is a year-round tourist attraction and homes in the area rarely go on the market, says McManus. The current owners have had this property for more than 30 years.
But not everyone was looking for 18th-century properties this week.
Other homes you clicked on include a Bucks County, PA, mansion with fire damage that's headed to auction; a four-story, Mediterranean-style mansion in Florida with water views and private beach access; and the Washington estate once owned by department store magnate D.E. Frederick.
So whether you are a Yankee doodle dandy, shopping for a family home in Tennessee, or just want to dream about living lavish on the beach, there's something in this week's top 10 just for you. Take a look!
By Becky Bracken | Apr 19, 2019