Historic 1870s Wheeler Thompson Hooper McGowan House in Alabama – $100K
Built in the late 1800s, the Wheeler Thompson Hooper McGowan House offers over 2,000 square feet of architectural grandeur awaiting restoration. Positioned on 0.62 acres within a National Register Historic District, this landmark Alabama property includes soaring ceilings, original fireplaces, period woodwork, and graceful arched openings that showcase irreplaceable craftsmanship.
- 3 bed
- 1.5 bath
About This Historic 1870s Wheeler Thompson Hooper McGowan House in Alabama – $100K
Dating back to the 1870s, the Wheeler Thompson Hooper McGowan House commands 0.62 acres within the Seth Lore and Irwinton Historic District, a National Register of Historic Places designation that speaks to the property’s architectural significance. Beyond its imposing facade and wraparound front porch awaits interior drama of remarkable scale—solid wood paneled doors, soaring ceilings, graceful arched openings, original fireplaces, hardwood floors, and period woodwork that showcase craftsmanship impossible to duplicate in modern construction.
Generously proportioned rooms flow with natural grace throughout approximately 2,089 square feet, creating an exceptional foundation for inspired restoration. Three bedrooms and two baths occupy the main floors, while a full-height attic invites future expansion for those with vision. Outside, a detached historic cook house adds both character and potential, complemented by expansive grounds that offer space seldom found with homes of this vintage in urban settings.
Minutes from downtown Eufaula, residents enjoy easy access to dining, boutiques, historic landmarks, and community events, while the Chattahoochee River and Lake Eufaula provide world-class boating and fishing opportunities. As a contributing property within a National Register Historic District, this home may qualify for historic rehabilitation tax credits, subject to buyer verification and required approvals—making restoration both a cultural contribution and a practical investment.
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
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334 Sanfrord Ave, Eufaula, AL 36027 $100,000
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Eufaula, Alabama
Eufaula rests along the banks of the Chattahoochee River in southeast Alabama, where over 700 structures from the 19th and early 20th centuries have earned it recognition as one of the South’s most intact historic towns. Grand antebellum and Victorian homes line tree-shaded streets within multiple National Register districts, telling stories of cotton wealth and architectural ambition that survived the Civil War largely unscathed. Beyond its preservation credentials, modern life revolves around Lake Eufaula—locally called Lake Eufaula but officially Walter F. George Reservoir—which draws anglers from across the country for bass fishing tournaments while offering 45,000 acres of recreational waterways.
Downtown blocks mix locally owned restaurants, antique shops, and boutiques with annual events like the Eufaula Pilgrimage, when private historic homes open their doors to visitors. Small-town pace meets Southern hospitality here, where residents take genuine pride in their architectural inheritance while maintaining an active outdoor lifestyle centered on the water. Weekend mornings might mean farmers market visits followed by afternoons on the lake, evenings spent at community theater productions, or simply rocking on a wide front porch as generations have done before.
Eufaula, Alabama
Eufaula, Alabama | Driving
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