Going from a new house to an old.

• ZWICK 4 PREZ

  

  There's an old brick tudor home for sale that I've always liked, but it was built in 1928. The house we're at now was built in 2006. The old tudor needs obvious cosmetic updating in appliances and bathrooms and kitchen, but would you be getting yourself in to a lot of other issues being 1928? That's pretty old. I haven't looked through it yet to see the basement walls or structure. That old Tudor just has a lot more character than the cookie cutter we live in now.
• justincredible

  

  We live in a house built in 1909 and it hasn't had any issues due to age. We've done some work to it, and have plans for a bunch more, but it isn't work that is necessary. Just stuff we want to do. Mostly remodeling bathrooms and kitchen.
• LJ

  

  Structure is probably fine, but you need to make sure the electrical and the plumbing have been updated. Also it is most likely going to have plaster walls
• ZWICK 4 PREZ

  

  I updated the electrical and plumbing at my first house. The problem is obviously the 2nd level unless you want to tear the floor up. I'd be willing to bet it has not been updated.
• Scarlet_Buckeye

  

  Closet space is usually a huge issue in older homes. They are typcially more of a money pit but yes, they do have more character.
  
  Obviously, you'll need a good home inspection on it.
• Ironman92

  

  Yeah, check it out or have it checked out real good. The old homes have the zest......but usually downfalls to go with it.
• fan_from_texas

  The wiring is often an issue, but that's probably something you can handle. As mentioned above, closet space can be a big concern. Also, room size in general can be tough if you're moving furniture--rooms used to be much smaller than they are now.
  
  Also, be aware that older homes may have disproportionately higher heating/cooling costs, and it may be worthwhile to have an energy audit done to make sure you're as insulated as possible.
• Ironman92

  

  yeah....the insulation is often almost a joke
• Ironman92

  

  Beware the 1950's refrigerator! lol
• Belly35

  

  The wife and I have always purchase older homes (curb appeal resale)
  They are more work and need updating… However if done right and with a degree of creativity the old home can provided spaces living and modern benefits.