Century-old homes are living, breathing pieces of history. Their architectural design, building materials, craftsmanship, and remnants of past residents beautifully reflect the era in which they were built. Thanks to the people who appreciate such historic homes, they are being honored and taken care of so they can continue to withstand the test of time.

In fact, there’s a whole community of them online where they can share their experiences and tips on homes that exceed the 100-year mark. Called Century Homes, this Reddit community unites antique home owners and lets others take a peek at what it's like to live in one. Scroll down to immerse yourself in the old home charm, and don’t forget to upvote the ones that you could see yourself residing in!

While you’re at it, make sure to check out a conversation with a century home owner and founder of Old House Dreams, Kelly DeLong, who kindly agreed to tell us what it’s really like to own a historic home.

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Ladies And Gentlemen, I Present To You, The Spectacular “Gamwell House” Built In 1892 By Architects Longstaff & Black

Ladies And Gentlemen, I Present To You, The Spectacular “Gamwell House” Built In 1892 By Architects Longstaff & Black

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#2

I’ve Been Trying To Capture The Essence Of Each Season From This Spot, ~160yrs Old

I’ve Been Trying To Capture The Essence Of Each Season From This Spot, ~160yrs Old

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#3

When You Live In A Town That Thrived On Lumbering, You Get Floors Like This

When You Live In A Town That Thrived On Lumbering, You Get Floors Like This

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#4

Pocket Doors In My New-To-Me 1920s Twin

Pocket Doors In My New-To-Me 1920s Twin

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#5

Just Bought Our First Home (1909) And Found This Under The Carpet

Just Bought Our First Home (1909) And Found This Under The Carpet

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#6

Our 96 Year Old

Our 96 Year Old

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#7

Is This To Much Wood? 1920 House

Is This To Much Wood? 1920 House

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#8

Slowly But Surely Realizing My Dream Of Living In A Haunted Mansion

Slowly But Surely Realizing My Dream Of Living In A Haunted Mansion

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#9

Decided To Play The Floor Lottery…

Decided To Play The Floor Lottery…

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#10

Removed A Huge Mirror Today And Discovered My House’s Original “Flavor”

Removed A Huge Mirror Today And Discovered My House’s Original “Flavor”

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#11

Hawkins, In

Hawkins, In

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#12

After 3 Months, 200+ Hours And A Lot Of Learning, The Doors Are Back On The Front Of Our 1864 Home, Ready For Another 150 Years Of Service (Detailed Album In Comments)

After 3 Months, 200+ Hours And A Lot Of Learning, The Doors Are Back On The Front Of Our 1864 Home, Ready For Another 150 Years Of Service (Detailed Album In Comments)

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#13

Closed On This 1864 Beauty Today, My Daughter Is 5th Generation Of Our Family In This House

Closed On This 1864 Beauty Today, My Daughter Is 5th Generation Of Our Family In This House

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#14

Foyer Of Our Recently Purchased 175 Year Old Farmhouse

Foyer Of Our Recently Purchased 175 Year Old Farmhouse

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#15

Bought A 1889 Three Bedroom Build Just On The Edge Of Downtown And So Thrilled!

Bought A 1889 Three Bedroom Build Just On The Edge Of Downtown And So Thrilled!

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#16

Eastlake Pocket Door Plate Restoration

Eastlake Pocket Door Plate Restoration

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#17

Victorian House

Victorian House

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#18

Went With A Bolder Color Choice In Our Bathroom And I Think It Turned Out Pretty Good!

Went With A Bolder Color Choice In Our Bathroom And I Think It Turned Out Pretty Good!

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#19

My First Home Is My Dream Home. I Love It So Dang Much. (1880 Second Empire)

My First Home Is My Dream Home. I Love It So Dang Much. (1880 Second Empire)

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#20

I’m Just Glad The Landlords Spared The 1890s Tile Around The Fireplace

I’m Just Glad The Landlords Spared The 1890s Tile Around The Fireplace

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#21

It’s Just A Rental, But I’m So Happy To Finally Be Able To Share A Century Home Here!

It’s Just A Rental, But I’m So Happy To Finally Be Able To Share A Century Home Here!

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#22

I Like How They Kept So Much Of It Original

I Like How They Kept So Much Of It Original

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#23

I See Your Curved Door And Raise You One

I See Your Curved Door And Raise You One

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#24

My Ancestors Built This Place In 1840. It Sat Empty For 50 Years Before I Began Work 5 Years Ago

My Ancestors Built This Place In 1840. It Sat Empty For 50 Years Before I Began Work 5 Years Ago

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#25

Mornings Like This Take The Sting Out Of Long Midwest Winters

Mornings Like This Take The Sting Out Of Long Midwest Winters

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#26

I Think They Have Finally Gotten LED Bulbs Perfected

I Think They Have Finally Gotten LED Bulbs Perfected

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#27

Parquet Flooring In The Entryway, Of My Parents’ House (1892)

Parquet Flooring In The Entryway, Of My Parents’ House (1892)

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#28

My Favorite Part Of My 1890 Queen Ann

My Favorite Part Of My 1890 Queen Ann

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#29

No Creepy Basement, How About Cool Accessory Buildings? I Have This 110 Year Old Water Tower

No Creepy Basement, How About Cool Accessory Buildings? I Have This 110 Year Old Water Tower

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#30

This Is My House; A Converted Church Originally Built In 1866. Still A Lot Of Work To Do, But It Is Starting To Come Together!

This Is My House; A Converted Church Originally Built In 1866. Still A Lot Of Work To Do, But It Is Starting To Come Together!

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#31

Art Deco Bath Complete!

Art Deco Bath Complete!

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#32

Uncovered Victorian Terracotta Tile

Uncovered Victorian Terracotta Tile

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#33

Update - 1920s Foursquare Bathroom

Update - 1920s Foursquare Bathroom

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#34

In A Few Months, We’ll Have An Amazing Home!

In A Few Months, We’ll Have An Amazing Home!

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#35

Found Hand Painted Folk Art On Stairs When I Removed Carpet

Found Hand Painted Folk Art On Stairs When I Removed Carpet

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#36

Our Circa 1896 Home. I Just Found This Sub And Wanted To Share. Not A Registered Historic Home So Free To Try This Modern Take On Exterior Paint. Most Love, Some Hate. We Love!

Our Circa 1896 Home. I Just Found This Sub And Wanted To Share. Not A Registered Historic Home So Free To Try This Modern Take On Exterior Paint. Most Love, Some Hate. We Love!

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#37

At 22, I Lived In A 1920s Single-Room-Occupancy In San Francisco. It Was Messy And Imperfect, But It Was Mine

At 22, I Lived In A 1920s Single-Room-Occupancy In San Francisco. It Was Messy And Imperfect, But It Was Mine

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#38

Maine Street, Quincy Illinois. What Style Is This?

Maine Street, Quincy Illinois. What Style Is This?

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#39

Closed On My First House Today At Age 21! She’s 132 Years Old Built In 1890. Can’t Wait To Take On Various Restoration Projects And Let The Original Beautiful Details Shine Through Once More!

Closed On My First House Today At Age 21! She’s 132 Years Old Built In 1890. Can’t Wait To Take On Various Restoration Projects And Let The Original Beautiful Details Shine Through Once More!

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#40

Our 1869 Cottage During The Blizzard Last Week

Our 1869 Cottage During The Blizzard Last Week

_littlestitious Report

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#41

Stair Appreciation

Stair Appreciation

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#42

Purchased This House Today, Re-Keying This Lock Tomorrow So I Get To Keep This Beauty!

Purchased This House Today, Re-Keying This Lock Tomorrow So I Get To Keep This Beauty!

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#43

We Bought Our First Century Home And I Am In Love

We Bought Our First Century Home And I Am In Love

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#44

My 229 Year Old New England Farmhouse In The Dead Of Winter

My 229 Year Old New England Farmhouse In The Dead Of Winter

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#45

Double Outhouse On The Property Of My "New" 1900 Home. Figured Someone Here Might Find It Cool

Double Outhouse On The Property Of My "New" 1900 Home. Figured Someone Here Might Find It Cool

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#46

Everytime I Walk Up My Stairs I Admire The Craftsmanship And 5 Spindles Per Stair

Everytime I Walk Up My Stairs I Admire The Craftsmanship And 5 Spindles Per Stair

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#47

Floor Lottery Reveals Unexpected Surprise

Floor Lottery Reveals Unexpected Surprise

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#48

Done My Front Path

Done My Front Path

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#49

We Redid Our Bathroom!

We Redid Our Bathroom!

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