28 W South Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 (MLS# 23-2265)

28 W South Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

$585,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 6,445 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,326 Status: Active

Current Price: $585,000 List Date: 5/26/2023 Last Modified: 6/02/2023

Description

On the National Historic Registry, the Welles Mansion (Circa 1895) is a stunning and immaculate all original 5200+ square foot Georgian Revival mansion located in Wilkes Barre's Historic District. Clad in orange brick, this large 0.26 -acre parcel spanning the corner of West South Street and Barnum Place, includes a detached 3-car brick Carriage House with workshop and fully renovated 2nd

Supplements: floor 5 room apartment. Described at the time of its construction as possessing "one of the prettiest and most tasteful interiors in town," the interior has been restored to its original glory. The quarter sawn oak floors with amazing pattern work, and the elaborate crown moldings, a symbol of opulence, have been professionally restored to original. The Welles Mansion has been touted as one of the most intact homes that will ever be available. The mosaic fireplaces, original gas/electric chandeliers and sconces, built-in bookshelves, and original claw foot tubs and vanities are extraordinary. This historic property may be the crown jewel of investment property or idyllic residential living. Or both. The buyer will appreciate their many opportunities and options. If desired, the buyer may take advantage of the commercial zoning variance currently in place on a portion of the main level of the mansion. Unique features include an abundance of natural light, large private suites with magnificent fireplaces, double pocket doors, a separate side entrance, and off-street parking for clients. The space is ideal for the legal, finance, IT, marketing, or healthcare professional who enjoys a venue that inspires and showcases craft and credibility. Exiting the rear portico of the main house, you'll find the 100+ year old peony garden in a symphony of colors, cooled by a large shade tree, leading to the carriage house and former chauffeur's quarters above. The additional income generated from the Carriage House, with its own architectural and historical features, and made ideal for contemporary living, is a highly desirable, quiet, safe rental in a college town just 100 yards away from the university's public safety center. For the car enthusiast, you may wish to rent the apartment upstairs, and create the ultimate garage workshop and display your car collection in the climate-controlled garage below. And have a place for everyone to hang out. Or you may want to keep the whole thing for yourself, with room for family, friends or short-term stays. Could the Welles Mansion be your very own history in the making?

More Information MLS# 23-2265

Listing Information

Current Price: $585,000 List Price: $585,000 List Date: 2023-05-26 Limited Service: No

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family Style: 3 Story Tot SF Fin AG +/-: 6445 Aprx Total SF: 6445 Tot Rms: 18 Total Bedrooms: 8 Total Bathrooms: 4 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Half Baths: 1 Garage Type: Other - See Remarks Garage Stalls: 3 Year Built: 1925 Est Age: 76 - 100 Yrs Lot/Land Dimensions: 64 x 177 Acres +/-: 0.26 Acre Range: Up to 1 Acre Water Front: N

Location, Legal & Taxes

House # (1): 28 Street Direction Pfx: W Street Name: South Street Suffix: Street City (Post Office): Wilkes-Barre State/Province: PA Zip Code: 18701 MLS Area: Wilkes Barre County: Luzerne Municipality: Wilkes Barre City Develop/Subdivision: None School District: Wilkes-Barre Zoning: Commercial PIN#: H9SE3018014-73 DB/Record Book: 3017 Page: 67334 Est County Tax: 2095.2 Est Total Tax: 11612.48

Remarks & Directions

Included: Built-in units, washer, dryer, refrigerator Excluded: Personal belongings, furniture Directions: From River Street, turn left onto W South St. Second block, property on R. Turn R onto Barnum, park at carriage house and walk to front entrance,. Hot Sheet Comment: new

Status Change Information

Status: Active

Fireplace

#: 7

Property Features

Driveway: Private Kitchen/Dining Area: Eat-In Kitchen; Formal Dining Room; Semi-Modern Kitchen Lot Description: Corner; Fenced Yard; Level Lot Interior Finish: Plaster Condition: Very Good Architecture: Victorian; Other - See Remarks Exterior: Brick; Stone Heat Fuel Type: Gas; Oil Heat Type: Forced Air AC Type: Central AC Water: Public Sewer: Public Hot Water Heater: Electric Roof: Comp Shingle Fireplace: Other - See Remarks Basement: Concrete Floor Ext Bsmt Access: Bilco Door Amenities: Attic Walk-Up; Balcony; Cable TV; Cedar Closet; First Floor Laundry; Garage Door Opener; Hardwood Floors; Office; Pantry; Porch; Workshop Documents: Lead Paint Disclosure

Room Information

Foyer Level: First Length: 19.10 Length: 19.10 Width: 19.10 Width: 19.10 Area: 364.81 Area: 364.81 Remarks: Grand Entrance, HW, Staircase Living Room Level: First Length: 14.10 Length: 14.10 Width: 17.80 Width: 17.80 Area: 250.98 Area: 250.98 Remarks: Parlor, HW, Shutters, Mosaic FP, Pocket Doors Den Level: First Length: 20.00 Length: 20.00 Width: 15.10 Width: 15.10 Area: 302.00 Area: 302.00 Remarks: Pocket Doors, HW, Mosaic FP, Wedding Cake ceilings Library Level: First Length: 14.40 Length: 14.40 Width: 11.00 Width: 11.00 Area: 158.40 Area: 158.40 Remarks: HW, Built in Shelves Dining Room Level: First Length: 18.70 Length: 18.70 Width: 14.80 Width: 14.80 Area: 276.76 Area: 276.76 Remarks: HW, Shutters, Pocket Doors Other Level: First Length: 10.60 Length: 10.60 Width: 15.80 Width: 15.80 Area: 167.48 Area: 167.48 Remarks: Bulter Pantry, Built Ins, Sink, Serving door Kitchen Level: First Length: 26.10 Length: 26.10 Width: 19.21 Width: 19.21 Area: 501.38 Area: 501.38 Remarks: HW, Serving door, pantry, Eat-in Laundry Level: First Length: 6.11 Length: 6.11 Width: 7.00 Width: 7.00 Area: 42.77 Area: 42.77 Remarks: Ceiling to floor Built-in cabinets, HW Foyer Level: Second Length: 19.50 Length: 19.50 Width: 22.10 Width: 22.10 Area: 430.95 Area: 430.95 Remarks: Staircase, Shuttered windows, HW, Stained glass Bedroom 1 Level: Second Length: 14.10 Length: 14.10 Width: 14.11 Width: 14.11 Area: 198.95 Area: 198.95 Remarks: HW, Mosaic Inlay FP Master Bedroom Level: Second Length: 20.30 Length: 20.30 Width: 15.10 Width: 15.10 Area: 306.53 Area: 306.53 Remarks: HW, Shutters, Mosaic tile Fireplace, Cedar closet Master Bathroom Level: Second Length: 7.50 Length: 7.50 Width: 11.00 Width: 11.00 Area: 82.50 Area: 82.50 Remarks: Full bath, tile, linen closet Bedroom 3 Level: Second Length: 14.80 Length: 14.80 Width: 12.11 Width: 12.11 Area: 179.23 Area: 179.23 Remarks: Ladies Sitting Room w/Balcony Full Bathroom Length: 7.60 Length: 7.60 Width: 6.90 Width: 6.90 Area: 52.44 Area: 52.44 Remarks: Maid's bathroom, tile, closet Bedroom 4 Level: Second Length: 11.40 Length: 11.40 Width: 13.90 Width: 13.90 Area: 158.46 Area: 158.46 Remarks: Maid's Bedroom and Bath 8.1 x 7 Bedroom 5 Level: Second Length: 13.10 Length: 13.10 Width: 14.80 Width: 14.80 Area: 193.88 Area: 193.88 Remarks: HW, Closet Foyer Level: Third Length: 8.10 Length: 8.10 Width: 17.70 Width: 17.70 Area: 143.37 Area: 143.37 Remarks: Foyer, Stained Glass windows Other Level: Third Length: 13.60 Length: 13.60 Width: 15.11 Width: 15.11 Area: 205.50 Area: 205.50 Remarks: Bedroom 6 HW Floor Other Level: Third Length: 18.60 Length: 18.60 Width: 16.00 Width: 16.00 Area: 297.60 Area: 297.60 Remarks: Bedroom 7 HW Floor Other Level: Third Length: 12.30 Length: 12.30 Width: 11.60 Width: 11.60 Area: 142.68 Area: 142.68 Remarks: Bedroom 8 HW Floor

Documents

Lead Paint Disclosure ›

Listing Office: Century 21 Signature Properties

Listing Agent: Nancy Johnson

Last Updated: June - 02 - 2023

The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.

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28 W South Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 (MLS# 23-2265)