About 218 E Main Street
An extraordinary opportunity for the historic-home enthusiast! This imposing 19-room Victorian residence—built in 1885 for banker Frank Morse—offers approximately 4,597 sq ft of living area, 7-bedrooms and 4-full baths on a large corner double lot. A true example of the Italianate style, the home retains remarkable original features including a sweeping walnut staircase, three fireplaces, ornate wood trim, solid doors, and a beautifully bracketed cornice. The exterior showcases a newly rebuilt covered front porch, original brick construction, and the architectural presence only a home of this era can provide. While the property requires significant renovation, the groundwork is set for a rewarding restoration, with the interior fully cleared and a new roof installed in 2022. This is an exceptional chance to bring a historic treasure back to its full luster and create a stunning forever home. Indiana Landmarks Historical Covenants apply, requiring a reasonable renovation plan, approval of exterior work, and single-family owner-occupied use. A rare opportunity to steward one of the community’s architectural gems. Buyers may receive a $10,000 credit once the renovations are completed within 18 months of purchase and city of Wabash issues an occupancy permit.
Features of 218 E Main Street
| MLS® # | 202549418 |
|---|---|
| Price | $166,500 |
| Bedrooms | 7 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Square Footage | 4,597 |
| Acres | 0.32 |
| Year Built | 1885 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Site-Built Home |
| Style | Victorian |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 218 E Main Street |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Eastern |
| City | Wabash |
| County | Wabash County |
| State | IN |
| Zip Code | 46992 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Sidewalks |
|---|---|
| Features | Foyer Entry, Porch Covered |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Hardwood Floors, Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Heating | None |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplaces | Dining Rm, Extra Rm, Living/Great Rm |
| Stories | Two Story |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Crawl, Partial Basement, Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Walk-up |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick, Wood |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Corner |
| Roof | Metal, Shingle |
| Construction | No |
| Foundation | Stone |
School Information
| District | Wabash City Schools |
|---|---|
| Elementary | OJ Neighbors |
| Middle | Wabash |
| High | Wabash |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 260 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
Listing Details
| Agent | Robert Lundquist |
|---|---|
| Office | Lundquist Appraisals & Real Estate |
| Contact Info | bob@lundquistrealestate.com |
