1648 West Water Street Elmira NY 14905 MLS #R1699311

Step back in time and discover the incredible history of this one-of-a-kind farmhouse, lovingly passed down through five generations of the same family. Originally the centerpiece of a 62-acre tobacco farm, this circa 1829 home is filled with timeless character and endless possibilities for its next chapter. Offering over 3,300 square feet, the home features 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, grand front staircase and rear staircase, a private library/den, first-floor family room or 7th bedroom, convenient first-floor laundry, pocket doors, expansive eat-in kitchen with over 40 cabinets & 14 drawers, and a decorative wood-burning fireplace (not used in recent years). Outside, you’ll find an original smokehouse, vinyl siding, a 2.5-car garage, and a large chain-link fenced yard. Have a seat on the covered wrap-around front porch and imagine the stories these walls could tell.This historic treasure is ready for someone with vision to restore it to its former glory. Priced below assessed value, with updates needed in mind, it presents a rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of local history while building equity. If you’ve been searching for a home with unmatched character, generous living space, rich heritage, and room to make it your own, this is the one. The sellers have dedicated months of hard work preparing this home for sale. Having done all they can, the property is being sold as is.