1045 Laird Avenue Parkersburg, WV — $85,000

1045 Laird Avenue | Parkersburg

Some houses whisper. This one practically dares someone to bring it back to life. Built in the late 1800s, this oversized Victorian-inspired home still carries the kind of character you simply cannot recreate today. From the moment you step through the front entry, the staircase becomes the centerpiece, framed by original-style details, decorative trim, crown molding, and tucked-away storage beneath the stairs that feels straight out of another era.\r\nPocket doors open into a striking living room where oversized windows wrap the space in natural light and a decorative fireplace anchors the room with vintage charm. The dining room continues the story with exposed brick, recessed lighting, and another dramatic window arrangement that gives the home its unmistakable architectural personality.\r\n\r\nThe kitchen blends updates with opportunity, offering wood cabinetry, stainless appliances, gas range, glass tile backsplash, oversized sink, breakfast area potential, laundry hookup, and space ready for a future island centerpiece. Two renovated full baths feature tile surrounds, glass tile accents, and upscale finishes including one with a dual-head walk-in shower and the other with a deep soaking tub.\r\n\r\nUpstairs, the massive hallway creates additional flex space while the bedrooms continue the home\u0027s distinctive design with angled window alcoves, exposed brick details, and generous closet areas including a large walk-in setup in the front bedroom.\r\n\r\nOutside, the mostly fenced yard, concrete front porch, remaining architectural posts to erect, and rear deck all hint at what this property could become with vision and restoration. The home does need repairs and finishing work, but the hard-to-find details, scale, and craftsmanship already here make the potential impossible to ignore.\r\n\r\nThis is the kind of project people wait years to find. MLSNow 5208801 Directions to property: From the William P. A. Nicely Memorial Bridge / East Street Bridge area to 1045 Laird Ave. in Parkersburg:\r\nCome off the bridge into Parkersburg and continue onto East Street.\r\nTurn right onto Ann Street.\r\nStay on Ann Street for several blocks heading south.\r\nTurn left onto 10th Street.\r\nContinue toward Laird Avenue.\r\nTurn right onto Laird Avenue.\r\n1045 Laird Ave. will be on your left.\r\nIt\u2019s roughly a 5 to 7 minute drive depending on traffic.