Check out the staircase!! Historic 1860s Brick Mansion in Iowa. $789,000.
Property Features
Core Information
- Price: $789,000
- Address: 1261 185th St, Pella, IA 50219
- Property Type: Single Family Residence (Victorian Era Italianate Brick Mansion)
- Year Built: Began in 1866, completed in 1871 (John K. Voorhees Mansion)
This historic landmark offers an incredible opportunity for anyone looking for a unique residence for sale. The home stands as a testament to 19th-century architecture while providing the space needed for modern living.
Interior & Layout
- Living Area: 4,289+ sq. ft. across three levels
- Bedrooms: 6 Bedrooms (with a newly finished 3rd level for additional sleeping/sitting areas)
- Bathrooms: 6 Bathrooms (including updated modern fixtures)
- Key Detail: Grand foyer featuring a perfectly preserved 12-foot curved walnut and oak staircase
- Flooring: Authentic hardwood and plush carpeting throughout
The interior blends massive square footage with intricate woodwork, making it a standout house for sale. These renovated living spaces ensure that the historic charm never compromises your daily comfort.
Structural & Modern Updates
- Windows: Custom thermal pane windows by Pella Windows, designed to replicate the 1870 originals
- Climate Control: High-efficiency Geothermal heating and cooling system
- Insulation: Closed-cell foam injected into exterior walls for modern efficiency
- Electrical: Completely updated electrical system
- Basement: Full basement with poured concrete foundation
Modern mechanical upgrades like geothermal energy make this historic property for sale surprisingly efficient. You get the aesthetic of the 1800s with the reliability and utility of a 21st-century build.
Exterior & Lot Details
- Lot Size: 1.51 Acres
- Construction: Solid brick exterior with custom stone corners
- Roof: Unique and durable slate hip roof
- Garage: 3-car detached garage with a separate dedicated shop area
- Location: Conveniently located near Highway 163 for easy commuting to nearby cities
The expansive grounds and triple-car garage offer plenty of outdoor utility for this residence for sale. Between the slate roof and the custom brickwork, the curb appeal of this Pella landmark is truly unmatched.
From Zillow
Absolutely stunning! A rare opportunity to own this gorgeous, notable historic homestead with ties to some of Iowa’s deepest agricultural and architectural history. This 3-story Victorian Era Italianate Brick mansion, began in 1866 and completed in 1871, boasts over 4,000 square feet of renovated and updated living area. Original historic elements and character, yet most of the amenities and efficiency of a modern day home.
Custom thermal pane windows specially made by Pella Window throughout, designed and fabricated to echo the original windows from 1870. Completely updated electrical system, geothermal heating and cooling system, closed cell foam injected in exterior walls, updated bathrooms. Newly added finished 3rd level with staircase leading to additional bedrooms, bathrooms and sitting area. 3 car detached garage with separate shop area. Easy commuting via Highway 163. For more backstory on this incredible home, search ”Pella Victorian Villa” or ”John K. Voorhees Mansion” online.
