Charming 5-Bedroom Craftsman like home on Private, Tree-Filled Lot with Unique Features Throughout. Welcome to this spacious 2,200+ sq. ft. home offering 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and a full unfinished basement. It has been designed with an inviting open floor plan perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. This one-of-a-kind property features a hidden secret passageway, concealed storage, and built-ins throughout, adding character and charm you won't find anywhere else. The home includes central heating and air, ensuring year-round comfort, along with updated plumbing and electrical. Step outside to enjoy a beautiful yard with mature, old-growth trees that provide exceptional privacy and create a peaceful, park-like setting. Nature lovers will appreciate the property's reputation as a birder's paradise. Outdoor living is a dream with: A large front porch perfect for relaxing A spacious patio and deck ideal for gatherings A swim spa for year-round enjoyment A custom pergola with swings and an outdoor fireplace Raised garden beds planted and ready for your harvest. A whimsical fairy tree feature that adds a magical touch Additional highlights include a double deep detached garage and older outbuildings on a generously sized lot with plenty of space to enjoy. This home offers a rare blend of space, privacy, and unique character, don't miss your chance to own something truly special. It is in the town of Alden within the USD 376 school district. Most items within the home are also for sale and can be negotiated. Sellers will provide a complimentary home warranty as part of closing. Major Improvements Since Purchase: 2nd Story with 3 bedrooms and a bathroom added All new electrical. All new plumbing. All new HVAC. New hot water heater. New whole house water softener and filtration. All new kitchen and bathrooms. New appliances. All new flooring throughout. Insulation added throughout. New double deep garage. New paint job with gutters and down spouts. New raised bed, small-fenced area, new pergola with swings, new patio & deck.
This property is the perfect investment property, nestled in the quaint town of Alden. If you are looking to have a quiet country living but stay inside city limits, this is the home. Upon entering the 1914 home, you will instantly be reminded of the years gone by. Even though this house has a few features that are not quite feasible for family living yet, including the small square footage of the kitchen, it does however have a wonderful footprint to remodel and transform into something beautiful. The character and charm of this home is absolutely enchanting. The backyard is a timeless oasis. It includes paths, mature trees, and the perfect spot for gardening and relaxing in nature. All electrical systems will need to be updated. The potential of this house is incredidable. This is a perfect investment property.
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Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
179 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.82 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,490
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,490
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rice County
APN
080-172-09-0-10-01-003.00-0
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Alden, KS • 67512
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Rental earnings
Est. $2,255 per month, based on comparable rentals
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