Photo by Daniel Ziegler
Address: 437 Tusculum Ave., Columbia-Tusculum
Listing Price: $586,500
Step aside Barbie-there’s a new pink dream house in town. But rather than Malibu, you’ll find this three-story Victorian amid mature trees, atop a hill. Built in 1880, its neighbors are equally venerable, as the neighborhood (Columbia-Tusculum) is Cincinnati’s oldest.
The home has curb appeal in spades, with a petal pink exterior that resembles a tiered birthday cake. The multi-hued fish scale and shake siding on the second and third floors are as sweet as layers of delicately piped frosting, and the decorative spandrels and trim on the quaint front porch are the cherry on top of this charming Victorian.
Photo by Daniel Ziegler
437 Tusculum is a home that possesses the rare ability to satisfy both old house purists and contemporary aficionados, thanks to modern renovations that retain the home’s original character. Passing through the richly detailed, stained-glass-paned front door, the home unfurls. It’s nine-foot ceilings and abundance of natural light make it bright and welcoming.
An original pocket door opens to expand the living room, and just a few steps beyond lies the remodeled kitchen, complete with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and marble backsplash. A window seat in the dining nook allows for additional seating, while the nearby coffee/wine bar offers easy top-offs.
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Upstairs, three bedrooms are split between the second and third floors. The primary suite features a sunny walk-in closet that boasts floor-to-ceiling red oak. Both bathrooms on the second floor are remodeled, with luxurious touches like heated tile floors and steam showers. Uniquely, each floor has its own deck, which creates a wholly immersive outdoor experience that’s rare in a home only 10 minutes from downtown.
Columbia-Tusculum has witnessed plenty of history since its founding in 1788. Trends have come and gone, but its vibrant painted ladies remained. As if the beautiful homes weren’t enough, nearby Alms Park is a treasure in its own right. Add in the great shops and eateries, and you’ll be saying, “Malibu who?”
Photo by Daniel Ziegler
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