Address: 1703 Park Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Price: $424,000
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Living Space: 4,092 sq ft
Lot Size: 4.84 acres
Year Built: 1898
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Price per Sq Ft: $104
HOA: None listed
Zestimate®: $264,000

Listed by:
Property Owner (304-428-3145)

Source: For Sale By Owner via Zillow
Property Link: View Listing on Zillow

Photo Credit: Listing photos provided by owner via Zillow

Historic 1898 Estate Overlooking the City Park

A rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of West Virginia history, this distinguished 1898 residence is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and occupies an extraordinary setting overlooking the main entrance to Parkersburg’s city park.

Positioned across five lots totaling 4.84 acres, this stately historic home combines architectural grandeur, expansive grounds, and exceptional value.

With over 4,000 square feet of living space and many original antique furnishings included, this property offers historic authenticity rarely found in today’s market.

Interior Highlights

• 5-bedroom layout
• 2 bathrooms
• 4,092 sq ft of living space
• Spacious open floor plan
• Comfortable, highly livable interior layout
• Historic architectural character throughout
• Antique furnishings included with sale (many pieces)

Signature Historic Features

• National Register designation
• Preserved 1898 architecture
• Original detailing and craftsmanship
• Historic room proportions
• Timeless period character

Exceptional Grounds

One of the property’s most remarkable features is its expansive estate-like setting:

• 4.84 acres across five lots
• Prime elevated position overlooking city park entrance
• Rare in-town acreage
• Grand front lawn

Original Working Fountain

A striking focal point of the property:

• Historic original fountain
• Fully operational
• Centerpiece of the front lawn
• Enhances the estate’s historic presence

Location Highlights

• Overlooks Parkersburg’s main city park entrance
• Prominent historic setting
• Convenient access to downtown Parkersburg
• Exceptional visibility and architectural presence

Owner Perspective

The current owner highlights one of the home’s most appealing qualities: despite its deep historic significance, it offers an open layout and highly comfortable living spaces, blending period elegance with practical modern livability.

Outstanding Historic Value

At approximately $104 per square foot, this property represents exceptional value for a National Register historic estate of this size, setting, and acreage.

This remarkable Parkersburg residence offers a rare chance to become the next steward of an authentic historic estate—where architectural legacy, parkside beauty, and timeless character come together on an extraordinary scale.