120 SILK STREET, JIM THORPE, PA 18229 - The Eric Leadbetter Team

$260,000

Own a rare piece of Jim Thorpe's history. According to town records, this home was built c.1836 and reflects the authentic plank-style construction most often attributed to the c.1875 era. With only three families of ownership across nearly 150 years, the residence at 120 Silk Street has been lovingly restored… Read More and thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic integrity. The exterior welcomes you with a front porch rebuilt using period-style trusses, brackets, and a full shutter set, blending seamlessly into the historic streetscape. Mature trees across the street provide privacy, while the location offers the unique advantage of being just steps away from downtown Jim Thorpe's dining, shopping, opera house, train station, and outdoor recreation. Inside, historic character and modern comfort coexist beautifully. Wide-plank hardwood floors run throughout the formal dining room, living room, and bedrooms, while preserved push-button switches and rolled-glass windows highlight the authenticity of the home. The living and dining rooms are bright and inviting, offering the perfect blend of cozy spaces and period charm. The custom kitchen is a centerpiece, reconstructed with hand-crafted millwork, reclaimed White House Collection cabinetry, vintage fixtures, and French doors salvaged from a major motion picture set. These doors open directly onto the deck and gardens, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen also serves as an eat-in space, complementing the formal dining room. Upstairs, the bedrooms have been reconfigured with expanded closets using repurposed historic doors. The rear guestroom features a double window flanked by closets and garden views, while the primary bedroom offers ample storage and light. The full bath includes a classic clawfoot tub, pedestal sink, tile flooring, and an artistic reclaimed glass shelf crafted from a vintage roadster windshield - a subtle nod to the creative spirit of the home. On the third floor, a finished office and adjoining sitting room provide flexible space for study, work, or retreat. The angled ceilings and hardwood floors add warmth and character, making this level an intimate hideaway within the home. Outdoors, the property is a sanctuary. Hand-excavated terraces and dry-laid stone retaining walls form private garden areas, while a firepit offers panoramic views of Mt. Pisgah and sunsets over town. The lot balances privacy with walkability, making it a rare find. At the rear of the property sits a detached historic cabin, rebuilt on its original foundation and also sourced from a major motion picture production. With its own fireplace, this cabin serves as a four-season retreat - ideal for writing, reading, or simply enjoying a snowy evening. Its provenance adds to the unique character of the property, alongside other elements such as hand-etched doors and reclaimed lighting collected from cinematic productions. Significant updates provide peace of mind for the next owner: the main, flat, and porch roofs were fully replaced in 2007, the studio roof in 2012; a retaining wall was rebuilt in 2023; electrical service upgraded to 200 amps; and a propane-fired hot water boiler installed in 2006 and serviced in 2024. Plumbing materials are copper and PVC, and public water and sewer service add convenience. This property is more than a home - it is a piece of Jim Thorpe's history, a testament to creative restoration, and a lifestyle retreat unlike any other. Read Less

Courtesy of Sam Del Rosario, SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Oct 5, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,600

Lot Size

0.21 Acres

Year Built

1836

MLS Number

PACC2006544

30 Days Snapshot Of 18229

$425k

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-100%

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(avg) days on market

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Interior Features

Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors

Property Access

Road Responsibility: Boro/Township, Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Basement

Full, Unfinished, Walkout Level

Building

1,600 sqft living area, 1,600 sqft above grade (finished), 810 sqft below grade (unfinished), Built in 1836, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls, 3 levels in building, 3 levels, Wood Siding, Stone, Rock, Mixed Plumbing, Combination, Asphalt

Cooling

None, None

Doors

French

Exterior Features

Extensive Hardscape, Gutter System, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls

Floors

Wood, Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick

Foundation

Stone

Heating

Oil, Hot Water, Radiator

Laundry

Basement

Lot

9,148 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 50x194AV, 0.21 acres, Cul-de-sac, No Thru Street, Not In Development, Trees/Wooded

Parking

Gravel Driveway

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s), Roof, View: City, Mountain, Scenic Vista, Street, Trees/Woods

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $449, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $402, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $1,191, School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $2,042, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Hot Water: Electric, Above Ground, Cable TV Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available

Windows

Wood Frame

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