714 E Main St, Madison, IN 47250

This beauty is one third of the only remaining three unit rowhouse in Historic downtown Madison. It was built in 1838 by the same stone masons and cutters that worked on the railroad that traveled from the downtown riverfront to the hill. This stone building is on the National Register of Historic Places and as such, has an easement limiting changes to the facade. This 2-3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has retained much of its historic charm while being brought into the future. Original chestnut and old growth pine floors, five fireplaces, original woodwork and 22'' thick walls remind us of the past. Updates to the kitchen, bathrooms, roof, inner courtyard and screened porch. Freshly painted walls and floor make this home move in ready for today's modern needs. The screened porch and private inner courtyard are decked with Brazilian walnut, as durable as mahogany in resisting decay. The semi-private backyard is a gardener's dream with raised vegetable garden, brick walk and a stone wall reminiscent of those seen in Ireland. Limelight Hydrangea, Harry Lauder's Contorted Filbert, Sango-Kaku Japanese Maple, Siberian Iris, varieties of Peonies, oregano, yarrow, Lenten Rose, Bleeding Heart are just a few plants the new owner will enjoy. The fencing has been supplemented to keep beloved pets safe and secure. With parking at a premium downtown, the area behind the fenced yard off the alley provides parking for 2 cars. Plus room for a small garden shed or a future carport or garage.