Description
Historic Anamosa Public Library: A unique opportunity to step back in time with this extraordinary property, a historic gem built in 1902-1903 by renowned Chicago architect Dwight H. Perkins. Constructed from locally sourced Stone City stone, this Romanesque-style masterpiece showcases impeccable masonry, with stones meticulously laid in random courses and textured with timeless elegance. The building features a welcoming front vestibule with delivery desk, spacious reading room on one end, and library book stacks on the other, offering versatile spaces ideal for modern adaptations. The property is zoned R-2, and would offer wide array of possibilities to transform into a single-family residence with historic flair, create a charming bed and breakfast or Airbnb destination, or reimagine the property as a school, church, healthcare facility, or recreational space, honoring its historical community spirit.
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0BEDS
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0.18ACRES
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21/2 BATHS
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2,084SQFT
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$109$/SQFT
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Description
Historic Anamosa Public Library: A unique opportunity to step back in time with this extraordinary property, a historic gem built in 1902-1903 by renowned Chicago architect Dwight H. Perkins. Constructed from locally sourced Stone City stone, this Romanesque-style masterpiece showcases impeccable masonry, with stones meticulously laid in random courses and textured with timeless elegance. The building features a welcoming front vestibule with delivery desk, spacious reading room on one end, and library book stacks on the other, offering versatile spaces ideal for modern adaptations. The property is zoned R-2, and would offer wide array of possibilities to transform into a single-family residence with historic flair, create a charming bed and breakfast or Airbnb destination, or reimagine the property as a school, church, healthcare facility, or recreational space, honoring its historical community spirit.