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1226 Washington Street

HARPERS FERRY, WV 25425
  • $699,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 27 Days
  • ID#: WVJF2020056
Price Reduced
UPDATED: 82 min ago
$699,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.33
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 3,100
    SQFT
  • $225
    $/SQFT
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Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1825
County:

School Information

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Description

On a prominent corner at Washington & Gilbert, this historic 2 story property"formerly the Canal House"offers historic charm and exceptional flexibility in the heart of Bolivar/Harpers Ferry, WV. With high visibility, ample parking, walkability, and endless potential, its ideal for live/work, residential, boutique Airbnb/short-term rental, retail, or food and beverage use (buyer to verify approvals). The main building showcases inviting porches, spacious rooms, wood floors, and architectural character throughout. A detached 1BR/1BA cottage provides an excellent opportunity for an owners suite, guest space, or additional rental income. Corner lot allows for outdoor dining or garden areas. Just steps from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, trails, rivers, shops, and the MARC train to DC. A rare opportunity to combine history, location, and income potential. Buyer to verify zoning, parking, commercial potential and STR licensing with the Town of Bolivar/Jefferson County.

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1226 Washington Street HARPERS FERRY, WV 25425

  • Price: $699,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 27 Days
  • Updated: 82 min ago
  • ID#: WVJF2020056
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.33
Acres
3,100
SQFT
$225
$/SQFT
1825
Built
Neighborhood:
Bolivar Village
County:
Jefferson
Elementary School:
C W. Shipley
Middle School:
Harpers Ferry
High School:
Washington
School District:
Jefferson County Schools
Property Description
On a prominent corner at Washington & Gilbert, this historic 2 story property"formerly the Canal House"offers historic charm and exceptional flexibility in the heart of Bolivar/Harpers Ferry, WV. With high visibility, ample parking, walkability, and endless potential, its ideal for live/work, residential, boutique Airbnb/short-term rental, retail, or food and beverage use (buyer to verify approvals). The main building showcases inviting porches, spacious rooms, wood floors, and architectural character throughout. A detached 1BR/1BA cottage provides an excellent opportunity for an owners suite, guest space, or additional rental income. Corner lot allows for outdoor dining or garden areas. Just steps from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, trails, rivers, shops, and the MARC train to DC. A rare opportunity to combine history, location, and income potential. Buyer to verify zoning, parking, commercial potential and STR licensing with the Town of Bolivar/Jefferson County.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Dwelling w/Separate Living AreaTraditionalOther Construction Materials BrickCombinationMasonryStoneStick Built Exterior Features SidewalksStone Retaining Walls Fencing Board Garage YN No Location Type Corner Lot/Unit Lot Features CornerFront YardLevelRear YardRoad Frontage Other Structures 2nd HouseGuest House Parking Features Crushed Stone Parking Types DrivewayOff Street Patio And Porch Features Deck(s)Porch(es) Pool No Pool Road Responsibility City/County Road Surface Type Black Top Roof AsphaltMetal Soil Types Unknown View Garden/Lawn Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 3100 Basement YN No Below Grade Finished Area 0 Cooling Ceiling Fan(s) Fireplace Features BrickInsertWood Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 3 Flooring Hardwood Heating Wood Burn StoveHeat Pump(s)Baseboard - Electric Heating YN Yes Interior Features Dining AreaExposed BeamsFloor Plan - TraditionalKitchen - GalleyKitchen - CountryWood Floors Levels 2 Main Level Bedrooms 1 Room List Bedroom 1 Rooms Total 6 Spa YN No Upper Level1 Bedrooms 2 Walls Ceilings Dry WallMasonryPlaster Walls

Property Features

Acceptable Financing CashConventionalFHAUSDAVA Accessibility Features 32"+ wide Doors Association Amenities None Association Fee Includes None Association YN No Central Air YN No Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Cross Street Gilbert St Electric 200+ Amp Service Federal Flood Zone YN No Foundation Details StoneCrawl Space Heating Fuel WoodPropane - LeasedElectric Historic YN Yes Hot Water Instant Hot Water Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 804233092430 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Structure Design Type Detached Tax Annual Amount 4000.00 Transportation Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mileBus Stop less than 1 mile Utilities Cable TV AvailableElectric AvailablePhone AvailablePropaneSewer AvailableUnder GroundWater Available Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Public Window Features Wood Frame Zoning RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL

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©2025 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or ROSS | RESIDENTIAL | RE/MAX Realty Services. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2025-11-12T13:54:49.037.
 
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