Stately and Solid

Original character can be found at every turn in this historic South Bend home, which is now ready for a new owner to complete its restoration. Indiana Landmarks recently saved this home from demolition and moved it to its current location sitting upon a brand new 8-foot foundation.

Built in 1929 for attorney Arthur May and his wife, Elba, this Georgian Colonial-style house offers 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths and 1 partial bath. The house retains wonderful details throughout, including built-ins, a fireplace, and hardwood floors. The electric in the home has been addressed and the lower sash of the windows have been reglazed and/or re-roped for operation. The water and sewer lines will be piped through the foundation wall. All remaining plumbing, HVAC, and other updates will be the responsibility of the new owner. The basement is plumbed for a bath and has an egress window. Gas line has not been run to the house. The lot includes room to build a garage/carriage house in back of the home.

Perched on a prime lot in the Chapin Park neighborhood, this brick house is very close to the St. Joe River, Leeper Park, and only minutes from the University of Notre Dame, downtown restaurants and pedestrian trails. The house will be sold with protective exterior covenants held by Indiana Landmarks to ensure its long-term preservation. It is also part of a local historic district and will require a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for any exterior changes. See additional photos and details on realtor’s website.