914 East 1st Avenue

This quintessential Victorian home in the Avenues has been thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained. Built in 1891, it combines the flavor of the past with modern conveniences. Beautiful stained glass window, etched leaded glass with street number 914 imbedded over entryway, add class and elegance. After stepping across a maple threshold, you are met by a beautifully detailed two-story staircase featuring a British wool runner angling up to the second floor; a vision of a detail-rich living room; beautifully finished tigerwood floors accented with preserved brass heat register covers; antique original brass hardware; period-evoking chandeliers and antique light fixture, crown molding, beautifully detailed 6 door casings, and 9 carved baseboards. Comfortable elegance pervades. The kitchen is a wonderful combination of antique charm and convenience. Beautifully appointed cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances. Butter smooth marble adorns the walls of the main and guest bathrooms. The south facing, show stopping, luxury sun room with skylights, twin ceiling fans, cozy gas fireplace, overlooks the parklike grounds in back. Double French doors open onto the redwood deck overlooking a manicured back lawn and mature landscaping, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy cool summer evenings on the quaint balcony. Quality Trane furnace. Sunlight-sensitive timer on landscape lighting. Ample space to build in the back of this grand lot a new garage with apartment. Near Memory Grove, City Creek shopping, restaurants.

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