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Second Empire Victorian Beauty Circa 1880 Pennsylvania

Updated February 6, 2021 by ccagle8 Leave a Comment

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The Baywood Mansion is one of the most distinctive, influential properties in all of Highland Park, a Pittsburgh neighborhood prized for its proximity to local eateries and fine dining options, as well as the large Central Park of the same name, which is complete with numerous walking trails, two lakes, lots of green space, the Pittsburgh Zoo and the PPG Aquarium.

A cherished family home for generations and the former site of the Pittsburgh Art Museum, this beautiful residence is the embodiment of Second Empire Victorian architecture and design, and its current, impeccable condition is reflective of the passion of the owners, who endeavored to preserve the home as a part of history.

Set on an unprecedented 1.8 acre lot and surrounded by six acres of lush, protected parkland, the Baywood Mansion is one of the most distinctive, historic properties in Pittsburgh. A revitalized portion of the former Alexander King Estate, this iconic, sophisticated home is truly a piece of art that has been lovingly restored to its era, with a focus on quality throughout and superior attention to detail. This remarkable residence is the embodiment of Second Empire Victorian architecture and design, and its current, impeccable condition is reflective of the passion of the owners, who endeavored to preserve the home as a part of history, sparing no expense in returning the exquisitely detailed rooms to their original elegance.

via Zillow.com

Learn more about Baywood Mansion for sale in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Price: $3,650,000

Address: 5501 Elgin St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Circa: 1880

Filed Under: Historic Old Houses Tagged With: 3,000,000 And Up, Built 1851 to 1899, Built-ins, National Register of Historic Places, Pennsylvania, Porch, Second Empire

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