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226 Willow Street
At Short Street
5 beds, 2 baths, 2,861 SF on a 7,200 SF lot
Built, 1893
Last sold, 1975
When this home was built, the property sat near the western edge of town, “out toward the woods,” where building a large home was a big statement of confidence in the town’s future.
A century of expansion, growth and development later, the surrounding Washington Park-Marino Pines neighborhood offers peace and quiet just an easy stroll stroll from the Lighthouse shopping district, anchored on the north by this two-story Victorian.
Whereas many PG Victorians feature three‑color schemes with darker bodies and contrasting trim, this home stands out for its all-white exterior.
The unified color scheme (not to mention the the classical columns and the porch and balcony guardrails) gives the home a stately Colonial feel.
The double-sized corner lot gives this imposing home real breathing room around its perimeter. The huge setback offers not just space for a front lawn and garden but also creates an experience approaching the front porch.
Up the stairs, the porch is perfectly designed for an afternoon of relaxing and people watching.
In the walled rear, the yard includes multiple staging areas, with a patio for entertaining and another garden to enjoy.
Inside, the home features original stained glass, a ground floor bedroom and separate living and family rooms.
Best of all, the big rooftop balcony provides views overlooking the neighborhood that grew up around this home.
Three Things I Love About the Home
1. The setback: the depth of the yard combined with the two-story house makes the lot feel much larger than 7,200 SF.
2. The fenced backyard: Built around several great stations (garden, dining table, fire pit, etc.), the yard providing a variety of entertaining options, with space for a crowd.
3. The rooftop balcony: Stunning views and a real treat for whoever’s bedroom has private access.
