Built in 1723, an Updated Connecticut Colonial Is the Week’s Oldest Property

An updated Colonial in Stamford, CT, is the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®.

The charming, four-bedroom home is full of period details, including wide-plank hardwood floors, exposed beams, and an oversized stone fireplace. Modernizations over the years offer a kitchen with butcher block countertops, a skylight, and recessed lighting.

Other historic homes on the market this week include a New Jersey farmhouse, a Pennsylvania townhouse, and a three-bedroom charmer in Maine.

Scroll down for a full look at this week’s 10 oldest homes.

Price: $624,900
Year built: 1723
Classic Colonial:
Just shy of 300 years old, this 2,428-square-foot home boasts a wood-burning stove and three fireplaces.

A large living room features updated windows and opens to a three-season sunroom. A bedroom with a fireplace and built-ins can be found on the main floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom boasts a stone fireplace along with a sitting room.

There is a covered brick patio out back where you can enjoy views of the fenced yard.

Stamford, CT

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Price: $1,349,000
Year built: 1730
Main Street location:
This sizable five-bedroom Colonial has been well-preserved over the centuries.

The 5,140-square-foot home features restored hardwood floors, seven fireplaces, and beautiful moldings and trim. A cozy kitchen comes with a fireplace, a breakfast nook, and a beautiful bay window. An enormous primary suite upstairs features dual closets, a sitting area, and a dressing room.

Ridgefield, CT

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Price: $549,999
Year built: 1730
Lemuel Keith House:
This New England Colonial has seven fireplaces, wide-board pine floors, exposed beam ceilings, and two staircases.

The four-bedroom, 3,000-square-foot home features a country kitchen with a dining and sitting area. There’s ample space for entertaining in the formal dining and living rooms, as well as relaxing by the fire in the spacious family room.

A deeded parcel of land is included in the sale, which offers a total of 1.23 acres. The attractive property already has a buyer and is pending sale.

Easton, MA

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Price: $450,000
Year built: 1748
The Lester House:
The Dutch saltbox portion of this house was relocated in the 1800s and added to the Colonial portion.

The 2,642-square-foot home offers many period details, including wide-plank floors, custom woodwork, ornamental fireplace mantels, and built-in cabinetry. One bedroom can be found on the main level, with two more located upstairs. A finished lower level boasts an office.

You can take in views of the 4-acre property from the wraparound porch. The property comes with a barn that can house up to three horses. An adjacent 7-acre lot is also available for purchase.

Clinton Corners, NY

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Price: $1,850,000
Year built: 1750
Luxe farmhouse:
This serene 2-acre lot features a sprawling, five-bedroom home with lots of built-ins, hand-hewn beams, and double staircases.

It’s been updated over the years and now offers a modern kitchen with counter seating, double wall ovens, and a separate dining area. The great room addition features a cathedral ceiling, exposed beams, a wood-burning fireplace, and tall built-ins.

Behind the two-car garage is a separate guest suite, and an in-ground pool is tucked away at the back of the property.

Princeton, NJ

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Price: $529,000
Year built: 1750
Cozy townhouse:
Located a block from Rittenhouse Square, this two-bedroom townhome offers cozy multilevel living.

The main level of this 1,200-square-foot residence includes a living room with the original fireplace and mantel. On the lower level is an eat-in kitchen with a fireplace. On the top level are two spacious bedrooms. There’s also a spacious patio out back for dining al fresco during the warmer months.

Philadelphia, PA

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Price: $999,000
Year built: 1757
Modern and historic:
This local landmark was recently renovated from top to bottom.

The four-bedroom abode features approximately 2,300 square feet of living space. An open layout is highlighted by a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The bright kitchen has marble countertops, a center island, and a separate dining area. A primary suite features a tray ceiling, an enormous bathroom, and a walk-in closet with lots of built-in shelving.

Westfield, NJ

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Price: $399,000
Year built: 1760
Affordable farmhouse:
This four-bedroom home features vintage hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, and doors and hardware.

The 2,776-square-foot, center-hall Colonial comes with an original 1860 kitchen that could be converted to a studio or workshop. A spacious living room has exposed beams, built-in cabinetry, and a wood-burning stove.

The 2-acre property also comes with an enormous barn from 1900, which offers extra storage space. As the affordable price tag indicates, this vintage home will need some TLC.

Salt Point, NY

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Price: $605,000
Year built: 1768
‘Ye Olde Manse’:
This three-bedroom home still features original wide-plank flooring, doors, and hand-hewn beams.

There are five working fireplaces found throughout the 1,700 square feet of living space. A bright kitchen has an arched ceiling, a skylight, exposed beams, and modern appliances.

The 6-acre, corner-lot property also has a cottage from the 1700s, a garage/workshop, and a studio apartment.

Stockton Springs, ME

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Price: $1,150,000
Year built: 1776
Stone farmhouse:
This four-bedroom home features a walk-in fireplace with a cast-iron wood stove. The home was expanded in the 1890s.

The 5,335-square-foot antique features exposed beams, hardwood floors, and a modern kitchen with updated appliances. A primary suite features an enormous picture window to take in the beautiful views. The third floor has an additional guest suite ideal for family or entertaining.

You can take in views of the 23-acre property from the front or side porch, or in the newly added sunroom.

Perkasie, PA
Perkasie, PA

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