140 S Sycamore Street

This beautifully restored Queen Anne blends 19th-century craftsmanship with modern updates. Originally built in 1858 by John T.C. Wilkins as a two-story farmhouse on Sycamore Street—the gateway into town—the property once included a barn, corner shoe repair shop, and several outbuildings. In the late 1890s, John’s son William transformed the home, expanding its footprint and adding eye-catching details from the mail-order pattern books of Tennessee architect George Barber. Horseshoe-shaped stained-glass windows, intricate spindled porch work, & grand oak staircase remain signature features of this remarkable renovation. Recently rehabilitated from top to bottom by Indiana Landmarks, the residence offers 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths. A new roof, rebuilt chimney, refreshed exterior trim and siding, and a striking new paint highlight the exterior. Inside, updates include a new kitchen, a stylish first-floor bath with tiled shower, a new main-floor HVAC system and water heater, refinished or new flooring, upgraded electrical and plumbing, and a new first-floor closet and dressing room—all while preserving the home’s original stained glass, mantels, and woodwork. Steps away, the Monon South Greenway Trail invites walking, running, or cycling along miles of scenic pathways connecting communities across multiple counties. Property subject to preservation covenants held by Indiana Landmarks which require approval of future exterior changes & retention of interior architectural features.