They’re in your favourite books. They can be found in old and new sitcoms, movies and dramas and sometimes they are as important to the story as the living, breathing people who inhabit them. I’m talking about famous fictional homes, commercial properties and apartments. Television shows like ‘Little House on The Prairie’ and ‘House’ have the word house right there in the title (although, ‘House’ was not at all about a single-family dwelling). Movies like ‘The Money Pit,’ ‘House at the End of the Street,’ and ‘Hotel Transylvania’ have also featured homes as some of the main characters.
So, how well do you know your fictional properties? Below are five short descriptions that a REALTOR® might bring to the attention of interested buyers. Can you identify them?
Commercial Listing
Just steps down off of Beacon Street this exceptionally well located bar is right in the heart of the city and just below one of the town’s most popular seafood restaurants. Front room seats 50 + (including seating at the bar) with back room fully equipped for small parties and billiard or dart tournaments. Private office, raised nook and easy access to above restaurant. Seller insists that one seat at the far end of the bar be reserved for regular customer. Serious inquiries only. Baseball fans preferred.
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Cheers, Boston
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Exclusive Listing
This stately five bedroom manor located just outside the city – with spectacular vista views – comes complete with a spacious wine cellar, library, home gym, games room, indoor pool, a state of the art security system and more amenities than the buyer can imagine. The oversized master bedroom (with walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom) comes with its own private balcony (one of four balconies that decorate the property). Private servants’ residence located on the estate grounds. Underground cave can be accessed by fireman’s poll or elevator. Must be seen to be believed.
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Wayne Manor, Gotham City
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Overseas Listing
Pride of ownership can be seen everywhere in this two storey home located in the southeast of England – just 50km outside of London. Four bedrooms upstairs, large eat in kitchen, spacious dining room and immaculately kept gardens. Property also includes a small wooden shed, conservatory and a greenhouse. Cupboard under the stairs used as a spare bedroom but perfect for extra storage.
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4 Privet Drive, Surrey, UK (Harry Potter)
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Residential Listing
Located in America’s heartland this four-bedroom detached home has been owned by the same family for almost 25 years. Master bedroom looks out onto the front yard and has a three piece ensuite. Additional bathroom upstairs ideal for kids and guests. A hatch leading to the attic can be seen in the hallway – attic offers plenty of extra storage. Washer and dryer located in the basement. Fenced in backyard with mature tree and functioning treehouse. Sitting room and dining room have beautiful bay windows. The Olmec head statue in basement is included with property.
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742 Evergreen Terrace (The Simpsons)
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Apartment Listing
This two bedroom fourth floor apartment located just blocks from Pasadena City Hall (and close to a Chevron station) has a spectacular view of downtown as well as roof access for amateur astronomers to do their stargazing. The five storey apartment building has only 16 units and a fully equipped basement laundry room. Seller must disclose that the elevator hasn’t worked in several years so buyer must be in good shape as daily use of stairs is expected.
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2311 N. Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, California (Sheldon & Leonard’s apartment Big Bang Theory)
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