Ft. Wayne, Indiana, sits in the northern part of the state, about midway between Detroit and Chicago. It has a population of about 260,000 residents. It is a relatively poor city. Median household income was $43,994 in 2012. Almost 19% of the people live in poverty. Some part of the city is well off enough to have an old mansion for sales for $1,185,000.

1830 Forest Park Blvd., Fort Wayne, sits northeast of the city. It was built in 1922. Assuming it is like any other house in the U.S. it has to have been upgraded, particularly because the owners claim it is in good shape.

The listing:

RARE OPPORTUNITY ON FOREST PARK BLVD! Meticulously renovated in 2005 to restore the beauty that world renown architect, Marshall Mahurin (who also designed the Bass Family Mansion, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and the Indiana Pavilion at the 1904 St. Louis World Fair), created for one of Ft. Wayne’s first industrialists, Henry Paul, in 1922. Centered on two lots on one of the most desired and historic streets in all of Ft. Wayne, this home melds historic beauty and contemporary elegance. This stunning Tudor Revival was built of solid brick construction and accented with elaborate limestone stringcourses. Finishing touches include a clay tile roof, copper downspouts and North and South gables each with elaborate chimneys and stone accents. After entering through the magnificent foyer and taking in the grand staircase you will be captivated by the luxurious interior woodwork that has been painstakingly stripped and returned to it’s original grandeur. All original door hardware and sterling silver sconces have been detailed and reinstalled. While the home’s historic qualities have been maintained and accentuated, modern luxuries have been added to appeal to today’s buyer. Just a few of these amenities include: 4 independent heating and cooling systems (1 for each floor), an elevator for easy access to the 1st, 2nd and basement floors, commercial kitchen in the basement for entertaining large parties, glass/ceramic tile showers, custom built 2 tier. solid walnut kitchen cabinets, granite counters and island. Over 1700 sq. ft. finished, living space on the 4th floor, with stunning, heart of pine wood floor. Solarium has the original tile floor now heated for toasty toes year round. Whole lawn irrigation system, fully integrated security system and sunken garden with exquisite gazebo. Don’t miss you’re once in a lifetime opportunity to own this extraordinary home on Ft. Wayne’s most desired street!

The house was the most searched on Realtor.com last week.

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