When an older home becomes available for sale, it gives someone a rare chance to bring new life into a historic property. And while new houses and modern developments are popping up across the country at a rapid rate, the vintage characteristics in dwellings over a century old are simply timeless.

Wyoming is a surprisingly good state to search for antique abodes.

Historic Cheyenne Home For Sale

This 143-year-old house is full of charm and character.

Colorado is also full of historic architecture. Check out one of those fantastic fixer-uppers below.

Colorado's Historic Blue Jay Inn is For Sale

This property is a fixer-upper but gives someone the chance to restore a historic piece of Colorado's past.

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