A farmhouse in Haverhill, MA, built for the town founder is the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®.

The well-preserved property offers lots of updates. It also sits on 1.5 acres with two additional, buildable lots to construct the family compound most could only dream of.

Other historic homes on the market this week include the New Jersey stone home of a former Revolutionary War soldier, a federal farmhouse in Pennsylvania, and a New York charmer on nearly 25 acres.

Scroll down for a full look at this week’s 10 oldest homes.

1. 86 Mount Vernon St, Haverhill, MA

Price: $1,100,000
Year built: 1680
Built for the founder of Haverhill: The five-bedroom house was constructed for William White, author of the Haverhill Treaty of 1642, according to a plaque affixed to the residence.

Modernizations over the years include updated bathrooms and a new kitchen with a double-wall oven and granite countertops. The sellers took care to preserve the home’s architecture by installing period hardware throughout.

The 1.5-acre lot includes two additional buildable lots that are being marketed separately.

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2. 6 Kosciusko St, Salem, MA

Price: $499,000
Year built: 1701
Charming location: This cozy one-bedroom abode overlooks historic Salem’s Friendship, the Custom House, and Pickering Wharf.

The 1,165-square-foot, harbor-view home is said to have once been used as a barrel-making shop and warehouse. The property still features lots of rustic charm, including wide-plank walls and floors, exposed-beam ceilings, and a walk-in closet with built-in shelving.

The place is located in the Derby Street Historic District, so a business use could also be a possibility.

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3. 84 Littles Ave, Pembroke, MA

Price: $682,000
Year built: 1712
Classic Cape: The original home was built in 1712, with additions made during the Civil War era and much later.

The four-bedroom dwelling features many period details, including five fireplaces, wide-plank floors, and beautiful wood details. The showpiece of the 3,215-square-foot home just might be the updated kitchen with its gorgeous fireplace.

There is also a two-car attached garage with a walkup loft and workshop located on the 1-acre lot that abuts conservation land.

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4. 522 Kings Highway, Mickleton, NJ

Price: $1,400,000
Year built: 1725
‘Bodo Otto’ or ‘Tonkin’ House’: This six-bedroom stone home where a Revolutionary War soldier once lived still features the original, 10-foot cooking fireplace.

The 4,068-square-foot home exudes lots of charm and character with period details, including random-width floorboards, 12-inch window sills, and a brick hearth. There are also built-in cabinets, period millwork, and a four-season sunroom with its own entrance.

Four outbuildings can also be found on the 1.6-acre lot.

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5. 946 Goram Rd, Brogue, PA

Price: $950,000
Year built: 1747
Federal stone farmhouse: The rustic farmhouse features exposed wood beams, original woodwork, and wide-plank floors.

The 52-acre property has three dwellings, including one currently providing rental income. The Centennial Mill has six bedrooms, with one of them once used as the town’s original post office. Here, you will also find original equipment used for wheat grinding.

The mill, which is said to have been once owned by Capt. Joseph Reed from the Revolutionary War, ceased operation in the 1950s. It was also featured in the movie “The Veil.”

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6. 1181 Oxford Valley Rd, Yardley, PA

Price: $1,950,000
Year built: 1750
Restored farmhouse: This 2-acre property includes a restored farmhouse, stone bank barn, and guest cottage.

The four-bedroom home features exposed beams, built-ins, and restored hardwoods. A spacious family room now boasts a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, exposed beams, a cathedral ceiling, skylight, and loft.

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7. 126 South St, Hingham, MA

Price: $1,150,000
Year built: 1752
Downtown location: This gorgeous four-bedroom home features restored, wide-plank floors, exposed-beam ceilings, and two fireplaces.

The 2,293-square-foot space offers a family room with period wood paneling. A primary suite with two closets and an en suite bath is found on the first floor. Three more bedrooms are upstairs.

There’s also a two-story bank barn on the property. The home’s coveted location has already attracted one buyer after less than a week on the market. It’s now pending sale.

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8. 2216 County Route 5, Canaan, NY

Price: $995,000
Year built: 1760
The Donnelly House: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this charming three-bedroom domicile offers wide-board floors, beamed ceilings, and historic fireplace mantels.

Located on 24 acres with views of the Berkshires, the cozy home has 1,768 square feet of space, which includes two fireplaces.

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9. 40 Pleasant Hill Rd, New Windsor, NY

Price: $600,000
Year built: 1762
Cornwall history: This three-bedroom home features a custom staircase, period hardware, custom crown molding, and copper gutters.

The 2,194-square-foot floor plan offers an updated kitchen with quartz and Corian countertops and custom window shades. The upstairs primary suite has a hot tub in the bathroom.

You can take in views of the 1-acre lot from the glassed-in porch. There’s also more land available for purchase next to the property.

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10. 211 Mill St, Mount Holly, NJ

Price: $274,900
Year built: 1770
The Stephen Girard House: This three-bedroom home is where a retail store operated during the Revolutionary War.

Some of the original details remain in the 1,847-square-foot home, including two fireplaces, period woodwork, and trim. The kitchen and full bathroom were recently updated. A new HVAC system and water heater were also installed.

There’s also a large attic with original flooring and a full basement.

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