benny.estate
For SaleMLS # R17127020 days on market

135 Main Street

Eldred, PA 16731 · McKean County

Price

$117,000

Bed / Bath

2 bd · 1 ba

Interior

976 sqft

Lot

11,326 sqft lot

Built

1890

Garage

1-car

About this home

LIFE IN AN 1890 ONE-STORY HISTORIC COTTAGE CAN BE YOURS!.... Nestled in the heart of Eldred Pennsylvania this enchanting property perfectly blends old-world charm with cozy small town living. Featuring a classic shingle roof and showcasing a large wraparound porch ideal for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. This home is located in a notable borough nestled in McKean County along the Allegheny River, just south of the New York State border, offering easy access to all of life’s essentials. From the moment you step onto the porch, you will feel the rich history and craftsmanship that only a true 19th-century home can provide. Originally established as an old settlement known as "Allegheny Bridge," it was renamed in 1880 to honor a local judge, Nathaniel B. Eldred. The town gained fame later for hosting a massive munitions plant that employed workers around the clock. Today, it is a quiet, tight-knit community with a massive historical footprint. Homes like these were designed to function either as affordable, low-maintenance primary residences or seasonal retreats for outdoor recreationalists. If you have been dreaming of escaping the hustle and bustle for a peaceful, rural lifestyle, this is your chance. The cottage offers a warm, inviting layout that makes it a cozy retreat, compact and totally renovated the home is situated on a quarter of an acre with a one car garage, blacktop driveway and a storage building. A small back porch overlooks the property and provides entry to a well organized mudroom with floor to ceiling storage cabinets and access to a sunlit, expansive utility suite where everyday chores feel elevated. The well organized kitchen, including appliances and space for a small table, make the compact area feel purposeful rather than cramped. The cottage’s dining room and intimate sunroom seamlessly blend into an adjoining living room. The primary bedroom features an exceptional amount of closet space and maximizes every inch of its footprint. An additional small charming guest room offers flexibility as a home office or styled as a multi-purpose room, transitioning effortlessly. DON’T JUST BUY A HOUSE INHERIT A LEGACY WITH THIS TIMELESS TREASURE!

Interior features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Main Level Primary

Exterior features

  • Blacktop Driveway

Appliances

  • Dryer
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Mechanical

Heating

Gas, Forced Air

Schools

District

Otto Eldred Area

Elementary

Otto Eldred Elementary

Middle

Otto Eldred Jr/Sr. High

High School

Otto Eldred Jr/Sr. High

Tax & finance

Annual taxes

$965

Financing

Cash · Conventional

Location

Eldred, PA 16731 · McKean County

MLS Attribution

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Professionals - Smethport. Listing agent: Kimball H. Nelson. Data last updated 9/7/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.