This federal style Colonial has proudly stood on the corner of West High and Court Streets since 1845 watching the Village of Ballston Spa grow from a resort destination to mill town to the vibrant community it is today. 

Period details are intact: Outside you’ll love the covered porch, dentils, painted brick façade and symmetrical chimneys, while inside you’ll fall for its 10’ ceilings, dramatic base trim, window, door and crown moldings, original hardwood floors, banister, brass light fixtures, ornate mantle woodwork and so much more. Unlike many homes from its time however, it also offers abundant space overall, modern mechanicals, a chef-worthy updated kitchen. This ideal balance of old charm and today’s conveniences make it a terrific buy just steps from the Village’s many shops, eateries and historic highlights.  

First Floor: The covered front porch welcomes guests through the original glass-surrounded double front doors into a grand foyer. Hardwood floors begin here and extend through most of the home, while the original staircase makes a striking first impression. A sitting area is beneath the stairs.

Columns frame the living room on left and you’ll be amazed at both the size of the space and its features from the large windows to the tall fireplace trim and mantle. It opens directly to what may have been a formal dining room which is currently used as a comfortable, central family room. A second fireplace here is less ornate, but just as lovely.

A handsome den is on left with three large windows set in a bay formation and there is access here to the cheery first floor tiled full bathroom with walk-in shower. Next, the enormous kitchen is a wonderful balance of modern amenities like tall shaker cabinets, granite countertops, working island, and commercial oversized range with original built-in cabinets and shelving that give antique “general store” vibes. There’s a large dining area and seating at the island. Further enhancing its functionality, it continues in the walk-in pantry with more dreamy built-in glass upper cabinets, storage space and laundry hookups for a side-by-side washer & dryer. The mudroom, with its beautiful original door with decorate inlaid glass leads to the rear spacious deck for easy grilling and outdoor dining, and provides an exit to the incredibly handy One-car garage, a rare find in period homes.

Second Floor: Upstairs, you’ll find a bright hallway with a perfectly sized office at the front of the home. Then, you’ll find the four bedrooms, two on each side of the hall equivalent in size and all boasting hardwood flooring: two with wide plank, two with heart pine floors. One features an adjustable transom window above the door that still functions, and there are original brass light fixtures, doors and trim. Two more full bathrooms sit at the hall’s end. One is larger with a modern vanity and walk-in shower, while the other is more traditional with a charming clawfoot tub, pedestal sink and wainscot wall detail. This one is adjacent to the fourth bedroom and appears could possibly be connected for a private ensuite, if desired, and this room also has two large closets. A second staircase leads to the kitchen area making it easier for those up first or to bed last to avoid interrupting those in the front bedrooms. 

Mechanicals/Utilities: A door to the basement is at the rear of the home. Here you’ll find an impressive original stone foundation. There is a natural gas-fired boiler and there are a gas water heater and a 200-ampelectric panel. Water/sewer is public and there is cable WiFi. 

Exterior: Outside, the federal style home is appropriately solid brick painted green with striking black windows with white trim. The front porch roof is metal, while the main home is a rubber roof. The home features all original windows. There's a large storage area in the garage perfect for yard tools and there is a blacktop driveway for off-street parking in addition to the 30’ x 24’ garage. 

Location: You can measure the distance to the many restaurants and shops of the thriving Village of Ballston Spa in feet rather than miles, providing you with year-round entertainment and conveniences. Beyond downtown you’ll enjoy the proximity to bustling Saratoga Springs and the historic Saratoga Race Course, Saratoga Performing Arts Center and the endless recreation options of the nearby Adirondack Mountains. It’s set within the Ballston Spa School District and Saratoga County. 

Schedule your private showing today and see the balance of historic charm and modern amenities that make this period home in the heart of Ballston Spa so special!