Property Description

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, APRIL 18 - 11:00-1:00. Welcome home to 201 E Cleveland Street - an iconic 1900-era bungalow known as the Richards House, proudly listed on the City of Lafayette's Register of Historic Places. Perfectly positioned on a sunny, south-facing corner lot in the heart of Old Town Lafayette, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history while enjoying the convenience of modern upgrades and an unbeatable walkable lifestyle. Just one block from Public Road and local favorites like East Simpson Coffee, and steps from the Farmer's Market, parks, shops and restaurants, this home offers the best of Old Town living - vibrant, walkable, and full of charm. This thoughtfully updated two-story home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 1,728 square feet. Original hardwood floors, historic built-ins, and custom detailing preserve the home's timeless character throughout. The main level offers a warm and inviting layout with a parlor, spacious living room, formal dining, kitchen and study. There is also one bedroom and full bath on the main level. The upper level features the primary bedroom and bath, plus additional bedroom. Step outside to enjoy the beautiful professionally landscaped private backyard retreat complete with flagstone patio and walkways, pergola, firepit, raised garden beds, and outdoor lighting. The space is ideal for outdoor entertainment, relaxation, and al fresco dining. The home also features a historic outhouse and one-car detached garage. Extensive improvements bring peace of mind and comfort, including fresh interior paint, new whole-house air conditioning, high-efficiency furnace, updated electrical, new sewer line, active radon mitigation system and buried utility lines. This home is a rare blend of historic character, thoughtful updates, and prime location - this is Lafayette living at its finest.

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