1315 Washington Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26101

Property Description

Historic character meets thoughtful modern updates at 1315 Washington Avenue. Built in 1903, this remarkable Victorian offers more than 3,300 square feet of living space and showcases the craftsmanship and architectural detail that have made Parkersburg's Washington Avenue homes distinctive for generations. With 5 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, the home features original hardwood floors, extensive period millwork, pocket doors, soaring ceilings, generously proportioned rooms, and an extraordinary seven fireplaces. The character of the home has been preserved while important improvements have brought modern comfort to this historic residence, including new windows installed throughout the home, a particularly valuable improvement in a property of this era, and the kitchen has been remodeled while maintaining a natural connection to the home's original architecture. The main level offers an impressive entry foyer, formal living and dining rooms, family room, kitchen, and pantry. The second level provides the primary bedroom and additional bedrooms along with conveniently located laundry, while the third floor adds substantial flexibility Outside, the expansive wraparound porch, distinctive terracotta tile roof, fenced grounds and detached garage further complement the home's period architecture. The history of 1315 Washington Avenue extends beyond its architecture. Historical materials associated with the property identify Henry and Delia Logan as the home's original owners. Henry Logan was associated with the Logan Carriage Company, a Parkersburg business that manufactured carriages and wagons during an era when horse-drawn transportation was giving way to the automobile. The business would later become the Logan Automobile Company. More than 120 years after it was built, 1315 Washington Avenue continues to offer something increasingly difficult to duplicate: the scale, craftsmanship, and history of a grand early-1900s residence.