The home is located in Leedey, a small farming and ranching community located in Dewey County, Oklahoma. The entire population of Dewey County is 3,500 souls with a land area of 1,008 square miles totaling 2.0 people per square mile. Leedey's population is 500. The home is set on a hill and gives a panoramic view of Leedey and the western horizon as seen from its third floor windows. Children roam free and safe here.
This historic home has 3,500 sq ft of living area. It remained in the same family for generations. It was built in 1912 by a doctor. Over the decades it was maintained and is in remarkable condition. It has original wool carpet throughout; pocket doors; mantel in living room; built-in china cabinet; telephone nook; dark stained original woodwork throughout; and 5 panel doors upstairs. It is a three story home with a full, dry, basement and a detached garage. It is a beautiful home; the largest in town.
All antiques will remain in place to be part of this turnkey deal; there will be nothing left to buy. It will remain fully furnished, as seen in the photos, including linens, blankets, towels, dishes, pots, pans, utensils, beds, sofas and essentially everything needed to start a new life in this seculded corner of America. Fiber optic internet is available. Turn the key and become a part of the community. A double door refrigerator with exterior ice, a quality washer and dryer, an electric range, and a new hot water tank stay with the home. This home could easily be a bed and breakfast. There are no restrictions. No county or town permits required. Note: County Assessor certifies property tax at $623 per year.
Leedey has a grocery, lumber yard, gas station, car wash, four churches, a resturant and a modern grade/highschool with a strong sports program. Walmart is a 30 minute drive south with no stops. Leedey has city water, sewage, garbage pickup and a fire department along with a free ambulance for residents. One resident is a medical doctor with an office in town.
Come be a part of this quiet, safe, down home community. We would love to have you. Thanks for your interest.
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