Old House, New Life
Finding charm where others saw chaos, these frugal homeowners bought houses for next to nothing and uncovered priceless gems.
Written by Julia Spalding | Photos by Tony Valainis
Noblesville
A retired art teacher’s DIY dream started with one Noblesville house—and she’s already moved on to the next.
Midtown
Spotting a real estate deal too good to pass up, this brother and sister ended up next-door neighbors in side-by-side fixer-uppers. Years later, they are living proof that a family that saves together stays together.
Eastside
A carpenter and an artist stake their claim on East 10th Street, transforming a forgotten storefront into a handmade marvel—one plank at a time.