602 W Thayer Ave Bismarck, ND 58501

Contingent But Accepting Back Up Offers! From the gambel roof to the front porch and white picket fence this Dutch Colonial home is ALL CHARACTER and CHARM! Built in 1917, it has historical features throughout such as tongue and groove ceilings, Craftsmen window trim and leaded windows. All windows on upper level are Pella Windows. The roof is cedar shake which is treated regularly. Walk up to the inviting front porch and appreciate the updated tongue and groove ceiling that gleams with pride. First thing to notice is the large windows with leaded transom windows original to home surrounded by Craftsmen style trim. The oak hardwood floors are in beautiful condition. On those cool ND days, enjoy the gas stove. Flanking the living room you will open french doors to a 3-season room that can be for an office, music, reading or meditation! The dining room is so spacious and brightly lit with many windows. From here you'll love the sweeping staircase to the upstairs. The kitchen is so quaint with a butcher block kitchen island and updated Marmoleum flooring that is non-toxic and highly durable. The white tiled backsplash has intricate details. And what a sweet view to the backyard from the kitchen sink with paned windows to let the sun pour in. Convenient access to the backyard closeby. Off the kitchen is a family room with tons of windows all of which are storm windows. The flooring has been updated to hardwood maple. This room is cozy with another gas stove. Off this room is a half bath or you can walk out to the hand crafted cedar deck. Check out the adorable sunburst accent! What is not to love? Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bath with nothing less than a clawfoot tub, beadboard wainscoting and hexagon floor tile. One of the bedrooms has a large cedar closet and another a nice walk in! Downstairs are several rooms that are multi-functional either as another bedroom (en suite 3/4 bath) family room or craft room. The main area has a great pantry closet for extra storage. Laundry and utiilty are in one area with extra cabinets for storage. The heating and central air systems were purchased in '07. The lot is level and backyard is surrounded by a picket fence. In the summer this backyard BLOOMS luscious flowers, rhubarb and it even has a large rasberry garden! As you sit on the shaded patio you will feel like you're sitting in paradise. The 8 x 12 cedar sided garden shed is a perfect spot to pot plants and has a concrete foundation. The double detached garage has attached large workshop. The concrete driveway is in excellent condition. There's so much to see Call Your Realtor Today!