Built in 1870, this beautiful Queen Anne gingerbread historic home has been owned by four generations of the same family. It was featured in the movie "1918" filmed in 1985 and was built by the Spalding family whose story was the inspiration for the movie "Places in the Heart." It has been completely restored, with wall coverings, paint, refinished original hardwood floors, and insulation. It has central HVAC and a supplemental Deerborn gas space heater for those few cold Texas winter days. It has a good size main bedroom, a smaller second bedroom without a closet that could easily serve as a study, then a small hallway, and bathroom with shower/toilet/lavatory. Downstairs features tall ceilings and has a large formal entry parlor, large under-the-stairs closet, living room that could function as another bedroom, and dining room with a built in cabinet for china & glassware or storage. Kitchen has an electric range, dishwasher, large stainless sink with new disposal. Note: Tenant must provide own refrigerator that will fit through the back door of house. Downstairs full bathroom features a 5' clawfoot bathtub and small stacked washer/dryer combo. All original wood sash windows can be opened and have screens. The home also features front and back covered porches with a front porch swing. This 154-year-old Victorian charmer is located in a lovely historic neighborhood near old downtown Waxahachie, and a block away from Sims Library, the hike-bike trail, and Richards Ballpark. Off-street parking for two cars is possible on paved driveway if one vehicle is parked behind the other. Street parking is permitted by city. Landlord resides nearby. Take a step back in time in Waxahachie's West End Historic District but still enjoy today's modern conveniences and great neighbors in one of the city's oldest neighborhoods. Please note: The deteriorated decorative balustrade over the front porch is in the process of being replaced with appropriate Preservation Commission approved millwork which is on-site and is currently being primed and painted. This project should be completed soon, weather permitting. One year lease with security deposit required. Security deposit is NOT last month's rent and remainder will be returned expeditiously after move-out once inspection has been done and any tenant caused damages are addressed or estimated (besides certain expected normal wear and tear). Tenants are responsible for all utilities (electricity, gas, city water-garbage-sewer) , renters insurance, and lawn/landscape maintenance. Off-street parking in paved driveway for two vehicles (one behind the other). No pets. No smoking. Period. No exceptions. Zillow App background/credit check required for all applicants. Tenant selection criteria may include factors such as criminal history, credit history, current income, and rental history. If you do not meet the selection criteria, or if you provide inaccurate or incomplete information, your application may be rejected and your application fee will not be refunded. Prior experience living in historic housing is a plus.
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