404 Cottage Ave, Vermillion, SD 57069

*** price reduced -- now offered at an exceptional value // happy to arrange cooperation with buyer’s agents, if applicable *** The “Brookman House” is one of the last remaining, unmolested original examples of the Spindlework subtype of Queen Anne architecture in Vermillion. This home has an extremely high degree of historic integrity and has been lovingly maintained and cared for its entire life. While its historic character is completely intact, it has also received appropriate upgrades -- including a new subroof and roof, new central air and heating, recent electrical and plumbing upgrades, and a completely new kitchen – making it a rare historic home with modern conveniences and reliability. The home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which denotes its architectural importance (but without placing limits on an owner’s ability to make changes to the property). Built in 1894, the home has been cared for by 2 families for 128 of its 131 years and is now on the market for the first time in 52 years. The home is located 4 blocks north of Main Street and 2 blocks from USD. The extra large (1/3 acre) corner lot features southern exposure, ample gardens, and a modern in-ground irrigation system. An oversized 2 car garage, revamped and extended in the 1990s, is accessible down a concrete driveway, with an adjacent parking area. The main floor features a large entry vestibule and stairway, with scroll-topped newel posts, highlighted by a rounded, arched stained glass window. The main living room -- with a working fireplace with original ceramic tile -- has double-hung floor to ceiling windows and a large picture window with a stained glass transom window above. Original oak and maple flooring is found throughout the first floor, along with decorative painted wood trim and moulding. A parlor/library is accessed via a curved arch from the living room and features a large south-facing Palladian window and direct access to the wrap-around exterior porch. This room also features a built-in, custom walnut bookcase. A large media room/bedroom, with storage and an adjoining full bathroom and closet, is located just off of this room. The large, formal dining room boasts an integrated china cabinet as well as additional cabinets set on the adjoining wall. A screened-in porch is accessible through this room and provides a 3-season sanctuary overlooking the large yard and gardens. The kitchen is accessed through the dining room, or via an exterior entrance to a mud/laundry room at the rear of the house. The kitchen was completely remodeled in 2024 and features a new subfloor and oak flooring, new dark-stained maple cabinets, new appliances (range, built-in microwave/hood, and dishwasher), and rich soapstone countertops. A generous picture window faces the large, private back yard. A second stairway from the kitchen accesses the upper level. The second story of the home includes 5 bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a storage room. The bathroom boasts an oversized clawfoot tub, hexagonal ceramic tile, and wainscoting. The majority of the upstairs is carpeted (original floors remain underneath), though 2 rooms feature refinished wood floors. Walls and ceilings throughout the house are lathe and plaster, and have been professionally refinished for a smooth and clean look. There is a full attic above the second floor, and an unfinished basement as well. Notably, all contents currently in the home are offered for sale separately. The Brookman house is one of the last remaining unscathed architectural treasures in Vermillion. Its location is central to USD, downtown, schools, and Highway 50. The house has a very high degree of historic integrity in its design, materials, and craftsmanship, but with updates to all major systems. This is a rare opportunity to become the next caretaker of this remarkable property. Contact via phone (805/705-5771) or email (timeagainwatches@yahoo.com).