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Jim Thorpe,PA 18229
Key Details
Sold Price $300,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,600 sqft
Price per Sqft $187
Subdivision Jim Thorpe Borough
MLS Listing ID PACC2006544
Style Other
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1836
Annual Tax Amount $2,041
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 9,148 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
Own a rare piece of Jim Thorpe's history. According to town records, this home was built c.1836 and reflects the authentic plank-style construction most often attributed to the c.1875 era. With only three families of ownership across nearly 150 years, the residence at 120 Silk Street has been lovingly restored and thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic integrity. The exterior welcomes you with a front porch rebuilt using period-style trusses, brackets, and a full shutter set, blending seamlessly into the historic streetscape. Mature trees across the street provide privacy, while the location offers the unique advantage of being just steps away from downtown Jim Thorpe's dining, shopping, opera house, train station, and outdoor recreation. Inside, historic character and modern comfort coexist beautifully. Wide-plank hardwood floors run throughout the formal dining room, living room, and bedrooms, while preserved push-button switches and rolled-glass windows highlight the authenticity of the home. The living and dining rooms are bright and inviting, offering the perfect blend of cozy spaces and period charm. The custom kitchen is a centerpiece, reconstructed with hand-crafted millwork, reclaimed White House Collection cabinetry, vintage fixtures, and French doors salvaged from a major motion picture set. These doors open directly onto the deck and gardens, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen also serves as an eat-in space, complementing the formal dining room. Upstairs, the bedrooms have been reconfigured with expanded closets using repurposed historic doors. The rear guestroom features a double window flanked by closets and garden views, while the primary bedroom offers ample storage and light. The full bath includes a classic clawfoot tub, pedestal sink, tile flooring, and an artistic reclaimed glass shelf crafted from a vintage roadster windshield - a subtle nod to the creative spirit of the home. On the third floor, a finished office and adjoining sitting room provide flexible space for study, work, or retreat. The angled ceilings and hardwood floors add warmth and character, making this level an intimate hideaway within the home. Outdoors, the property is a sanctuary. Hand-excavated terraces and dry-laid stone retaining walls form private garden areas, while a firepit offers panoramic views of Mt. Pisgah and sunsets over town. The lot balances privacy with walkability, making it a rare find. At the rear of the property sits a detached historic cabin, rebuilt on its original foundation and also sourced from a major motion picture production. With its own fireplace, this cabin serves as a four-season retreat — ideal for writing, reading, or simply enjoying a snowy evening. Its provenance adds to the unique character of the property, alongside other elements such as hand-etched doors and reclaimed lighting collected from cinematic productions. Significant updates provide peace of mind for the next owner: the main, flat, and porch roofs were fully replaced in 2007, the studio roof in 2012; a retaining wall was rebuilt in 2023; electrical service upgraded to 200 amps; and a propane-fired hot water boiler installed in 2006 and serviced in 2024. Plumbing materials are copper and PVC, and public water and sewer service add convenience.
This property is more than a home - it is a piece of Jim Thorpe's history, a testament to creative restoration, and a lifestyle retreat unlike any other.
Location
State PA
County Carbon
Area Jim Thorpe Boro (13407)
Zoning R2
Rooms
Other Rooms Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 1,Bathroom 1,Half Bath
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Hot Water,Radiator
Cooling None
Flooring Wood,Carpet,Hardwood,Tile/Brick
Equipment Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es),Patio(s),Roof
Garage Spaces 2.0
Utilities Available Above Ground,Cable TV Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available
Water Access N
View City,Mountain,Scenic Vista,Street,Trees/Woods
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Building
Lot Description Cul-de-sac,No Thru Street,Not In Development,Trees/Wooded
Story 3
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Dry Wall,Plaster Walls
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools L B Morris
Middle Schools L B Morris
High Schools Jim Thorpe Area Shs
School District Jim Thorpe Area
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard