BEDROOMS: 2 | BATHROOMS: 1
LISTING PRICE: $425,000
SQFT: 825 / Assessed | Taxes: $4,960 / 2026
Coming Soon 10/16
Welcome to 819 S Hancock. This 2-bed, 1-bath historic property is perfectly located in the walker's paradise known as the Queen Village neighborhood.
This beautifully maintained expanded trinity boasts original character while featuring modern conveniences. Keeping you cool in the summer and warm in the winter, the house is outfitted with a central air system servicing all levels. Starting on the lowest level, you find a fully modernized kitchen and laundry area. Moving up, you come to the large living room space with hardwood floors, large fireplace, and operable windows on two sides.
Continuing up the stairs, you arrive at the full bathroom and dedicated bedroom. This sunny bedroom with 3 windows overlooks the quiet Hancock St. Here you find more hardwood floors and a second fireplace. Following the hardwood floors to the third floor, you come to the largest bedroom in the home. The bright space spans the entire footprint of the floor with an exposed brick feature wall. One more set of stairs up and you come to the mixed use penthouse. This room could be used as storage, office, den, or additional sleeping space; whatever your life needs. Behind the home, you find a private outdoor area that can fit a grill and some bike storage.
The location for this house could not be more convenient; perfect for anyone who drives I-95 or 676 on a daily basis. But also great for anyone who wants to drop the car and live life on foot. The neighborhood has restaurants, bars, shops, pharmacies and grocery stores all within a 10 minute walk or less. While only being a couple blocks from some very lively and vibrant areas of the city, this home is nestled into a quiet little corner great for respite from the everyday hustle and bustle. Schedule your showing today!
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