By Susanne Dwyer
Take a field trip to your hometown’s historic district and stroll the sidewalk. Blur the cars out of focus and it’s not hard to imagine what life looked like in decades and centuries past. It’s proof you don’t have to travel to a museum to get a glimpse of history—instead, you can live it every day when you own a home from your favorite decade.
To prove just how diverse American homes are, here’s a sampling of homes for sale on Trulia that showcases period home design and architecture styles from each decade, from 1900 through today.
The 1900s: $549,000, 337 Valley St. NE, Abingdon, VA 24210
Known to locals as “The Pink Lady,” this early Victorian home for sale has been refreshed with new appliances, but many of the original details have been preserved (like those beautiful mosaic glass windows leading from the dining room to the living room). From the gorgeous wraparound porch to the “gingerbread” trim, historical details are what make this 1903 home a standout.
The 1910s: $439,900, 15 Geneva St., Medford, OR 97504
Tucked behind lush landscaping on a cobblestone street, this 1914 craftsman bungalow in Medford, Ore., is a well-cared-for charmer. With original mahogany stain woodwork, box beam ceilings, and bird’s-eye maple and red fir floors, this home is a magnificent example of built-to-last elegance. Add in modern details like heated Carrara marble floors and a newly remodeled kitchen, and you’ll want to move right in!
The 1920s: $788,000, 1228 Murray Hill Ave., Squirrel Hill, PA 15217
Built in Colonial Revival style, this imposing six bedroom-home sits on one of the most sought-after cobblestone streets in Pittsburgh, Pa. Built in 1920, the property includes a converted carriage house with a two car-garage and a one bedroom-apartment above. The main house features details such as hardwood floors, coffered ceilings, updated bathrooms and a remodeled kitchen. Don’t miss the dual staircases and the level backyard.
The 1930s: $579,000, 415 Brackett Rd., Rye, NH 03870
It’s impossible to deny the all-American appeal of this cedar-shingled, 1,570-square-foot cottage in Rye, N.H. Sun shines through every window of the home, which is located just a few streets from the water. Built in 1935, it’s been updated with modern features such as granite countertops, ENERGY STAR® appliances and a jetted tub in the master bathroom.
The 1940s: $463,000, 8634 San Benito Way, Dallas, TX, 75218
Located in the funky Forest Hills neighborhood of Dallas, this three bedroom-home has been expanded and remodeled inside, while staying true to its original 1943 exterior. With hardwood floors, an open kitchen, and a private, fenced-in backyard, the
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