Historic pre-Civil War house lists in Georgia … for $1. But there’s a catch
A historic house in Marietta, Georgia, that has been on the real estate market for a bit has dropped its price … to that of something you’d see on a McDonald’s value menu.
$1.
Is it too good to be true?
Yes and no.
Named the McAfee House, the residence is known as the “last remaining pre-Civil War structure” in the Town Center area of Cobb County. It was used for numerous historical purposes, including being the headquarters for Union Brigadier General Kenner Garrard, who served with the 146th New York Infantry and Army of the Potomac through the Battle of Gettysburg, the listing on Cobb Landmarks says.
The home was also used as a hospital during the war in June 1864, Cobb Landmarks says.
“Blood stains are reported to be visible on the floorboards in an upstairs bedroom, although carpet conceals the spot today,” the listing says.
While the home is available for that rare amount, there is a heavy “but” that’s attached.
The new owner needs to relocate the home needs by May 15.
Relocation can cost up to $200,000, but the home is built of steady materials and should hold up despite its age, according to WANF.
“The house is solid as a rock when you walk through it,” Cobb Landmarks Executive Director Trevor Beemon told WAGA.
“All the framing is timber, its heart pine, old growth wood. A lot of that has been concealed over the years with paneling and wallpaper, and things like that, but when you peel them back, they’re all still visible.”
Applicants for the home will be considered by a committee of Cobb Landmarks’ trustees. Applications need to be submitted by Jan. 17 to be considered.
“Once moved, Cobb Landmarks will require the house to be protected by a preservation easement to ensure the exterior will retain its historic integrity and that the house will be protected from demolition moving forward,” the listing says.
Marietta is about a 20-mile drive north from Atlanta.