Some old houses whisper about the past, but this 1869 Victorian in Watertown announces itself with a soaring turret, intricate gingerbread trim, and a broad front porch.
Heavy double doors open into a grand foyer where hand-carved woodwork, original stained-glass windows, and a sweeping staircase create a memorable first impression.
The 3,238-square-foot interior includes four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, 17 rooms, and a large parlor connected to the formal dining room by original French pocket doors.
An original butler’s pantry survives beside the kitchen, while the primary bedroom upstairs has a dressing closet and private bathroom.
The finished third floor adds flexible bedroom or living space beneath high ceilings and skylights, making this Victorian even roomier than its street view suggests.
Outside, the corner property includes a partially fenced yard, porch, balcony, deck, and a detached two-car carriage house.
The listing presents a remarkable collection of period details alongside modern updates, though a home of this age and complexity deserves a careful inspection and continued preservation-minded maintenance.
Recently returned to the market for $276,000, this is the kind of house that raises one irresistible question: which original feature would you preserve first?
Property Details
- Asking price: $276,000
- Address: 302 Keyes Ave, Watertown, NY 13601
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2 full and 1 half
- Interior size: 3,238 square feet
- Lot size: 0.2278 acre / approximately 9,922 square feet
- Year built: 1869
Notable features: Turret, gingerbread trim, stained glass, carved woodwork, pocket doors, butler’s pantry and finished third floor
Parking: Detached two-car garage/carriage house
Listing status: Active on the current MLS; the Zillow page may still display the previous listing as off market
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