Bungalow's Great Bones Receive Glowing Review; Rest of House Awaiting Comment
A 1920s bungalow is praised at the skeletal level.
- $389,000
- 1,050 sq ft
- 2 / 1
- 1920s bungalow
QUILLON HEIGHTS — The skeleton of 14 Quillon Terrace has been warmly commended by its listing, which describes the 1,050-square-foot bungalow as having “great bones.” The remainder of the anatomy was not mentioned, which is not the same thing as a problem.
Readers are reminded that “original details” are, on their own, simply details that are original. They may be lovely. A buyer may still wish to ask which systems have been updated, and when.
“Bring your vision,” the listing concludes, having brought its asking price.
Example source copy (fictional)
Brimming with original character, this charming 1920s bungalow has great bones and endless potential. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1,050 sq ft. Bring your vision! Original details throughout.
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Listing Describes 14 Quillon Terrace as 'Brimming With Original Character'
It is described as “Brimming with original character.” Several decades have been preserved for your financial participation. It is described as “charming.” The listing would like you to feel something before you measure anything. It is described as “great bones.” The skeleton has been commended. The remainder was not mentioned.
It is described as “endless potential.” The present is available for viewing. The future is priced separately. It is described as “Bring your vision.” The seller has supplied the asking price. You will supply the rest. It is described as “Original details.” Some features date from the original construction, and the listing is proud of them.
Euphemisms identified
- “Brimming with original character”
- Several decades have been preserved for your financial participation.
- “charming”
- The listing would like you to feel something before you measure anything.
- “great bones”
- The skeleton has been commended. The remainder was not mentioned.
- “endless potential”
- The present is available for viewing. The future is priced separately.
- “Bring your vision”
- The seller has supplied the asking price. You will supply the rest.
- “Original details”
- Some features date from the original construction, and the listing is proud of them.
Sample photo audit
- Home interior9
- Home exterior & grounds3
- Neighborhood & amenities6
- Staging & detail close-ups4
- Floor plans & other1
23 photographs. Twelve show the home.
Questions a buyer might ask
- Which systems (roof, electrical, plumbing, heating) have been updated, and when?
- Can you provide a floor plan with room dimensions?
- What does a recent inspection say about structure and systems?
- Are any recent inspections or contractor estimates available?
- Which original details remain, and what condition are they in?
- May I see the full seller disclosure and any inspection reports?