Little is known about the history of this historic home in Phillipsburg.

But Maria F. McDonough, of Coldwell Banker Realty, says it is the oldest home in Warren County.

Built in 1750, it has hand hewn beams, stone fireplaces, pine floors, chair rails and beaded window and door trims.

“You couldn’t build a home like this today,” McDonough said. “It’s a beautiful home, with the quality of the workmanship.”

A large, two-story barn on the 1.59 acre lot was used as an antique store for many years and the current owners use it to host antique auctions. The property’s zoning allows residential and commercial uses, she said.

It was listed Sept. 2 for $450,000 and then the price was reduced to $399,000 on Oct. 8.

The median sale price of a home in Phillipsburg was $326,000 in September, acc

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