3834 Union Street, Marion

Description

Elegant brick Federal-style home w/ unique attached two-bedroom apartment/Airbnb, offering exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, investment, or the opportunity to restore the property to one expansive single-family residence. The main home features 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, while the attached unit offers 2 bedrooms & 1½ baths. The units are separated primarily by deadbolted doors, making it easy to reopen the connection and create one impressive home with 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths & 2 half baths. Original character abounds throughout, including 10-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, poured-glass windows, original water closet, built-in buffet, tin ceilings & a grand foyer showcasing the staircase, frosted double doors & a single door leading to the porch. The spacious front & rear porches add to the home’s timeless appeal. Horseshoes were incorporated into the concrete steps for reinforcement, with some still visible today. The main level includes a large foyer, living room, dining room, porch & kitchen. The kitchen area includes a back staircase & access to the rear of the home. Upstairs, the main residence offers a large primary bedroom with walk-in closet, a smaller bedroom ideal as a nursery or office, and another generously sized bedroom. A full bath with original clawfoot tub was updated in 2013 & an additional walk-in closet near the bathroom provides excellent storage. The armoire may remain if desired. The attached Airbnb/in-law section includes a living room, eat-in kitchen and two upstairs bedrooms. Furnishings may remain for continued Airbnb. The apartment also provides excellent in-law or guest-suite potential. Numerous updates & separate systems add convenience and flexibility: 2 washers, 2 dryers, 2 gas furnaces, 2 refrigerators & 2 hot-water heaters. Gas and electric utilities are separately metered for each unit, with services updated in 2006. The property also has two 150-amp breaker panels with separate services. Roof is 3 years old receipts attached. A rare combination of historic character, flexible living space and income potential, all within walking distance to restaurants, the library & Village of Marion amenities.