1728 E 44th Street Ashtabula, OH 44004

Authenticity, Elegance, Affordable! This distinctive, three-level, 3000 sq ft historic home with 5 BR, 2 BA features original woodwork, superb original artisan craftsmanship set in a quiet residential area. The auditors site shows 3 bedrooms; however, the owner indicates 5 bedrooms. (This home was previously a duplex). Two Lake Erie beaches, public boat launch, a vibrant tourism and commercial harbor district, and nearby award-winning wineries are all within minutes reach. This home is a real value in authenticity and craftmanship--a large year round home, or a hospitality investment (AirBnB/Bed and Breakfast). The century home was restored by a professional artisan bringing original hardwood floors back to life, that pair with traditional Arts & Crafts-era oak wwod doors, trim and copper hardware. The first-floor marble faced working fireplace is flanked by original leaded glass windows and creates an ideal sitting room. The second-floor library also has a working fireplace. High ceilings and windows all round in the four-square plan features five bedrooms, two full baths, including the charming English cottage-style third-floor guest room with Palladian window. A stunning 24'x14' vintage kitchen area will please the most discriminating chef and an outdoor brick patio is a welcome summer retreat. The yard features flowering shrubs, exotic spring bulbs and two large, garden areas for the avid vegetable and herb growing enthusiast. Accessed by paved back alley, a two-car garage is all season protection and the cheerful front sunroom with wrap-around casement windows brings extra light year round. This home has many generous closets throughout its three floors; a small second kitchen, new 200-amp service, repainted full basement, and natural gas. New vinyl siding installed in 2019. Seller is motivated, please bring all offers! Home is being sold As Is.