115 3rd Street, Manchester, GA 31816

Description

Classic 1950s Colonial Revival architecture with timeless Southern charm! This distinctive brick home features a symmetrical facade, stately white entrance surround with decorative arched pediment, dormer windows, and original brick chimneys topped with terra-cotta chimney pots. Impressive brick steps rise directly from the sidewalk to the front entrance, creating a gracious welcome. A covered, columned side portico with beautiful terra-cotta tiled floor adds another inviting outdoor living space. Classical detailing and English-inspired chimney accents give this home a character all its own. Inside, original architectural details include plaster walls throughout, original glass doorknobs and brass door hardware, cedar-lined closets, traditional millwork, and an elegant arched built-in bookcase in the living room. French doors connect the sunroom to the dining room and the dining room to the living room, creating a wonderful flow while preserving the distinction of each space. Original coal-burning fireplaces, no longer operational, are found in the living room and two of the main-level bedrooms. The gracious floor plan offers three bedrooms and two full baths on the main level. Both bathrooms feature timeless black-and-white tile floors and walls, with one offering a charming corner alcove shower/tub. Just off the large, separate dining room is a butler's pantry/breakfast room, which then connects to the kitchen. A sunroom, right off the dining room, makes an ideal home office, reading retreat, or additional living space. Upstairs, two additional rooms offer flexible possibilities for bedrooms, guest space, hobbies, or office use. Two mini-split systems provide heating and cooling upstairs. Also, upstairs is an over-sized storage closet, great for seasonal items. Numerous significant improvements provide added peace of mind, including 32 energy-efficient double-paned windows with transferable warranty (2016), new kitchen and butler's pantry cabinets with granite countertops (2016), architectural roof (2017), new garage doors and automatic openers (2017), upgraded electrical panel and circuit breakers (2018), attic heating and cooling for two rooms (2018 and 2023), and a premium HVAC system installed in 2024. Most recently, the main electrical service was updated in December 2025, including a new meter and disconnect, grounding system, whole-house surge protection, new wiring to the interior panel, and separated grounds and neutrals in the subpanel. Outside, a detached two-car garage with automatic doors, separate storage building, charming rear patio, and terraced backyard offer even more possibilities. The backyard has wonderful potential for additional landscaping, gardening and outdoor enjoyment. This is a special opportunity to own a home with distinctive architectural character and gracious traditional spaces, with most of the major system improvements already completed. Bring your personal style and cosmetic finishing touches to make this charming home your own!