Exploring an Abandoned Purple House | Ohio Architecture 4K

[@jonrose6019]

It must of been an amazing house. I wonder if it used for schooling or something with the marked rooms in the basement.

[@guod1973]

The were not bad but we are crooks would imply maybe a group home for troubled teens/kids or something

[@andrewluder3477]

The basement was used for Cub Scouts. Den 1 is not a den as a living room, but rather Cub Scout groups are called "Dens", and this was the home of Den #1. "Do Your Best" is the Cub Scout motto, or at least it was back in the old days. Cool house, thank you for documenting it before it is gone.

[@chmeee9562]

Do Your Best is still the Cub Scout motto.

[@benkleschinsky]

What I love about this channel is you don't rush through it too quickly like many. Your host takes time to explain and narrate what he is seeing. You really get the sense of being there yourself.

[@mig7290]

Tragic that such beautiful houses end up like this.

[@OnceOccupied]

Yes it is. Maybe somebody will save it🤞🏻

[@traceym.8680]

This house could be Spectacular!! Damn...

[@benkleschinsky]

Those stairs are gorgeous. So much thought went into the layout of this home.

[@benkleschinsky]

Wow. Huge walk up attic and cellar.

[@brendacowan3870]

Its so sad ppl don't appreciate these older homes anymore.

[@reneastle8447]

Not if the Retro Decade Revival Project can turn things around.

[@brendacowan3870]

@@reneastle8447 I hope they can save it

[@kellyngrey4950]

Oh they do. It's called gentrification.

[@reneastle8447]

@@brendacowan3870 We will save it, Brenda, restoration is part of the Retro Decade Revival Project.

[@TheJanet4321]

I think many people still appreciate them, but there are fewer wealthy people who can afford to keep them up, pay taxes, heat them, etc...And once a neighborhood is in decline, most people can't take the financial hit of putting a bunch of money into a place where the neighborhood values are dropping. No question it's a horrible situation though. This is a BEAUTIFUL house.

[@TheRustyBunch]

My friends lived in that house for years. An it was absolutely amazing for many years. An it was know as The BPH aka the Big Purple House. It’s sad to see her like this

[@OnceOccupied]

Very cool! Small world 🌎

[@jaysmith179]

Your friend needs to pay the taxes.

[@Hevynly1]

How long ago? I'm wondering when it was abandoned.

[@TheRustyBunch]

@@jaysmith179 the whole area is being bought up an cleared by the city. We unfortunately had area's that this is the only solution. Its a shame. 10 years ago barely any crime. 4 years ago shooting daily.

[@TheRustyBunch]

@@Hevynly1 I think they moved out about three years ago when the city started buying up the area.

[@leppel22]

So much wood and built-ins. Its nice that the homes are not all tagged up and trashed by people ( thanks nature). Great tours and locations. Thanks!

[@domn415]

What a shame this house has been neglected for so long :-( It must have been beautiful in its day...I love all the original unpainted woodwork especially the stair case... Its so very sad to see such a once grand house in such a state of disrepair...Thank you for another amazing video... Keep healthy and safe in your travels

[@OnceOccupied]

Glad you appreciate it! It’s crazy when people just paint over beautiful stained woodwork

[@almightymal]

That’s on foundation in five oaks I love y’all channel y’all really be In the city

[@GenXandProud]

Love the six panel doors that start small on top and gradually get larger toward the bottom! Amazing woodwork throughout! Great attic space, too. Such a shame so many old houses aren't kept up. They are beautiful and unique.

[@angiewanders7272]

I love the architecture and the original woodwork. It's beautiful. It must of been an amazing house in it's prime!! I'm glad you were ok after falling through the floor. Stay safe out there!!

[@Momvon1]

I love Old houses! The way they are made, amazing.

[@OnceOccupied]

Same here. Definitely don’t make them like they used to.

[@be3zy2o75]

BROOO LOVE YOUR CONTENT. I’m from Maine and we have a bunch of historic run down buildings and forts. The weather is finally nice enough too start urban exploring with my friends!

[@OnceOccupied]

Thank you! We explore all year round but it’s definitely hard to be the nice weather!

[@michelejones5538]

I’m from Maine too.

[@be3zy2o75]

@@michelejones5538 🔥🔥

[@OrlyyaRly72]

This place here reminds me of a place I shared with a friend pf mine in ME. That one was circa 1900 and was beautifully maintained. Unfortunately the idiots who run the city wanted to demolish it in favor of a shooting range. I haven’t seen architecture like we had up there in FL; one of the things I miss about New England. They consider 1920s era homes to be historic here.

[@handle2033]

It's nice that this house is still standing, I hope someone fixes it up someday. Love your videos.

[@debraburnham9802]

The staircase is one of the best...love the unpainted wood

[@aliciabruce3330]

Awesome showing. It's amazing to find so many people that love exploring old houses.

[@susanchapman7332]

This house has so much to offer someone who could renovate or restore her!

[@TheJanet4321]

Wonderful exploration - always wish these could be saved. Thanks for the video.

[@lauriemcnaughton5916]

Beautiful house! I loved the wood panelling along the 1st floor staircase, and the windows in the attic! And pocket doors...! So sad that it has so much water damage. Thanks for the video!

[@fay8687]

Thanks for interesting tour. Appreciated how you showed the detail

[@rosseganjr9402]

very sad to see this old house in this condition! hopefully someone will save it! great vedio!

[@kirstensocialbutterfly6025]

Still a very beautiful home.

[@scarletsavenger1367]

The wallpaper when you walk in has me laughing it’s so out of the ordinary I kinda love it

[@patriciarussell7487]

Love music intro.The woodworking was so lovely.Love pocket doors!👍

[@coleengrantham2266]

That attic would be absolutely be perfect for a painting studio, or for a dance studio so so much potential there. Wow this house is amazing.

[@Qwijebo]

I used to live in Mason and often went into some abandoned houses, found many treasures including a bag of pocket watches, insulators, cash, even a safe that I could not get into. Ohio has some of the best pickings.

[@bluelblock]

Always look forward to your videos. Your commentary is great and everything is so well shot.

[@kmam1516]

Enjoyed your work as always. You have the most skilled panning ability as well as patience that carries through your voice. Always a treat. Thank you!!!

[@OnceOccupied]

I’ve tried for years to slow down and I think it’s finally paying off LOL 😜

[@denisewatson5295]

Love 💘 this old house 🏚. It was amazing and beautiful at one time 🕜. So sad 😞 to 👀 it looking this way now. Stay safe 🙏❤. Great video 📹👍.

[@kathybrimmer6645]

Thank for taking the time to check out all this house has to offer..i love the woodwork..grand house...i enjoyed you documentary greatly!!!! Pls be careful!!

[@mayzimmer377]

I hope a salvage company is brought in before this place is demolished. The windows and woodwork are fabulous!

[@DOCDOCFLAMINGOS]

Sadly that's not usually the case ..

[@zenithmosaic]

The numbered Den and 'Do Your Best' are Cub Scouts terms. Wonder if a Cub Scout den used the basement as a meeting place in the past.

[@clairebrittain3511]

Found your channel a couple of days ago and I'm loving it! Hopefully someone tries to save this house. The high ceilings, woodwork and fire places are stunning! Pocket doors are in good condition too by the looks of them. Such a beautiful old house. I would love to buy an old house (Victorian preferably) to restore one day but we don't really have any here in Australia. I can't believe how cheap they are to buy!

[@teresahardy9962]

Sad to see it this way. Such an awesome house. Thanks from Cincinnati for taking me with you.

[@thomasschwarting5108]

Thanks from me in NY!!

[@kindacynical9442]

The architecture feels like it is an Akron/Barberton area. Though, most of the old houses in Ohio are similarly set up. That wood stain brings nostalgia. I grew up in an old house and it feels like they all had that exact same wood stain.

[@colleenhoperue5538]

Love this video.Love this house.Loved seeing all the stuff left behind.the woodwork and paneling was,is awesome.

[@kmfsinny8436]

The woodwork 😍

[@gia4408]

This is a great video! Ur voice and panning are A+ work. Safe travels.

[@jimsoutdooradventures2748]

Wow, gorgeous custom woodwork, i hope the wood is saved before demolition. Thanks for the adventure 👍👍😃 Take Care

[@B-rads]

So cool,would lv walk through there,i did i watched the vid lol thanks,oh glad u opened door to attic lv attics an basements,be safe!

[@kellyngrey4950]

Thanks for another great explore. Gotta say, I love the purple! Definitely stands out.

[@jerrycooper6033]

Such a beautiful staircase in the into!

[@mikechap2021]

Wow! That would have been an incredible place to live! Terrible it was allowed to fall into disrepair!

[@MaxZomboni]

The windows look original to me, but the bathtub looks not original, probably more 1950s. The wallpaper is from the 1950s. The brightly painted purple room would have been done in probably the early 1970s. The alarm system was from the 1970s or early 1980s. The electrical system doesn't look like it was ever updated after the 1950s. You can still see the old push button light switches and old electrical outlets. That all dates to the 1950s or before. The writing on the wall in the basement, looks legit. I'm sure it was written in the mid-1960s. So kids were living there in the 1960s. The room with the drop down ceiling and wood paneling was obviously an office, probably done in the 1960s. My guess is that the house has been abandoned since the early 1980s. Great explore. 😎👍☮️

[@RichieTrashmouthTozier]

This one may be to long gone,idk I'm not an expert but I want to find an old abandoned/forgotten house like this one and restore it back to it's glory and make it my home

[@colleenhoperue5538]

Purple is my second favorite color.

[@kimberlyyoudell4582]

The “shelves” along the walls in the dining room is a plate rail.

[@OnceOccupied]

Thanks Kimberly! I felt really stupid that I didn’t know what it was called 😘. Makes sense!

[@Mizz.Person]

The woodworking!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@exploringwithhank]

all the aesthetics and features that new construction has lost.

[@kellyngrey4950]

those aesthetics went by the wayside with the mid-century modern look following immediately after WWII. but yes, the woodworking in this house was absolutely beautiful!

[@michellehessman3683]

Love the color

[@Nicksonian]

Oh wow man. Going through the floor scared me…I can’t imagine what it was like for you. It’s a real shame. It would probably take $150,000 to renovate that house. It would be an amazing, unsellable house. My mom lived in Euclid, close to the Cleveland line for 60 years. The new house my parents bought in 1957 was in need of updating a few years ago, but how can you put at least $50-75,000 in a house that, when she died, was sold for $65,000? I remember from when I was a kid, the big, grand houses like this one in East Cleveland. How could the original owners of those houses or original tenants in the apartment buildings ever imagine that those wonderful homes would now be disintegrating?

[@malindahenke5724]

What a darn shame! Cool house.. Love those doors.

[@scarletsavenger1367]

These videos make me wanna live in an old house someday.

[@batterymakermarkii2654]

That was a nice house at one time

[@carolmay5168]

That upstairs built in cabinet was probably used for linens.

[@darlenefehr2111]

Some renovations and a deep clean it would be gorgeous

[@vickylynn2432]

I would love a purple house beautiful

[@stoveboltlvr3798]

What a shame that this has happened. I hope that the oak trim is saved if it's to be torn down. Can you imagine this in 1906 as a new home and how beautiful it must have been?

[@gaylewilliamson9183]

Absolutely love all the wood work ,doors,trim,windows,and the beautiful staircase.surely they will salvage this wood.❤️🤥

[@DOCDOCFLAMINGOS]

Very sadly it's offten not the case at all... Just come in and demolish it all to the ground ... Or it's left standing to continue rotting till it falls down on its own .

[@brendakrieger7000]

OMG amazing place! Be careful

[@FinlayHamm]

You need to visit the Packard Plant before they tear it down. That's a loaf of history.

[@theheartofablackbird2109]

Nice music vibe choice on this one...

[@debraburnham9802]

I LOVE this house

[@genissefranklin796]

Miss ur videos,hope u r able to make some more soon

[@deborahchesser7375]

The interior woodwork back then was stunning. If you built a house that size and with real hardwood, you’d have $500-$600k in it at least.

[@valeriaabrams4930]

I would liked to have seen this house before it rotted. Beautiful wood. Hope they save the doors at least.

[@Maxdekriek]

once upon a time they really knew how to build a house in the us ... unlike the modern shitty buildings of today.... again i loved the video guy"s thanks for the great content... keep it up!!! greetsz from holland... max

[@briannemorse2464]

Sad, you can tell it was once beautiful

[@ericmhinkle6003]

The hall way cabinet is for linens the wurlitzer organ books were placed there by some body else

[@veronicamensch3160]

It is such a shame that all that beautiful architecture will be lost, and it looks like the whole street, even neighbourhood was probably bought by developers and nothing but garbage is being built.

[@ronaldrutledge8583]

This house should be saved

[@cheryllakin6736]

That a plate rail that goes around the dinning room.

[@bradcleveland2482]

I would love to join you guys sometime this has a been a dream of mine since I was really young I used to explore the abandoned neighborhoods of Ashtabula and conneaut Ohio I can tell you there's alot of creepy history in that area

[@debraburnham9802]

Imagine this house restored !

[@rexoliver7780]

Beleive the Wurlitzer organ music books you found were for an electronic Wurlitzer home type or-not a cinema organ. When you were in the basement-don't stay for long-that building looks like its in serious danger of collapse.The demo crew is goiing to have a date with that place---Too bad was a beautiful house at one time-and the "personlized" walls!

[@DOCDOCFLAMINGOS]

Was just thinking I had not recalled seeing a video for awhile... Not that I need to see a new one... I just hope this message finds you doing ok and as well as can be expected !!

[@KapricornKary]

Omg who wallpaper's a ceiling???? 🤣 This place would have been gorgeous in it's day. The woodwork, staircase, pocket doors 😍😍😍 A shame that it's left to rot. Beeee safe out there!

[@courtneymoyer2690]

I bat this was a nice home back in the day.

[@forgottenfoundations1792]

And here I was thinking it could *almost* be salvageable, but you just had to show us that basement didn't you lol On another note, the "Den 1" and "Do Your Best" refer to Cub Scouts, the part of Boy Scouts for those under 11. The den is a smaller group of boys within the pack (the whole group) that meets to do scouting things. "Do your best" is just the slogan. It looks like sometime in the past a group of boys met weekly/monthly in that basement, planning hikes and camping adventures, learning life skills, and just having fun. I love when there are some specifics about the history of the property, especially when I can personally kinda relate to them :)

[@MaxZomboni]

Oh good catch on the Cub Scouts. I didn't even think about that. Maybe the entire house was being used for a Boy Scout meeting building. The one room with the drop down ceiling could have been a business office for them. Or it could have been a community building with other organizations housed there as well. That would explain why some parts looked updated more than other parts. I kind of got the feeling it was used for something after it was a private residence.

[@reichmuth100]

OMG, You were in the basement and read a date of 7-25-1963, I was 3months old hahahaha, That was kOOl, Thanks 😂

[@jenniferwatson4074]

Beautiful and sad. Is this a Dayton house? So many incredible pieces of architecture long gone from there.

[@handle2033]

Yes, it's in Dayton.

[@deborahjamison6212]

I know u don't give out exact location but is this Dayton ?

[@OnceOccupied]

Maybe 😉 😉

[@0xJupiterCrashx0]

Shit, I knew it looked like the Gem City!

[@deborahjamison6212]

If I was rich ,I would try to save this beautiful house .

[@DOCDOCFLAMINGOS]

I think another person left a comment on where it is actually located .

[@seanroche2358]

If you find out any history let us know please

[@darreldalton3903]

I've driven by this house many times

[@handle2033]

What road was it on

[@lornahardin4563]

If someone has these old homes scheduled for demolition I sure hope they allow someone to save the gorgeous pocket doors and wood work, staircase, etc. What a waste of a gorgeous home.

[@DOCDOCFLAMINGOS]

Sadly that is not usually the case ... Just come in and demolish it all to the ground ... Or it stays standing to continue rotting away untill it collapses on its own .

[@kathleenfleming7519]

It is an absolute shame that those houses couldn't have been saved. The history of the houses, the craftsmanship-- you would be paying enormous money for a lesser quality reproduction of the staircase, the doors, etc. It's like demolishing architectural history.

[@Entropy_Wins_4476]

Whenever you head to the basement I always prepare myself for a Blair Witch moment :(

[@jaimeiaquinta5102]

Was this the house on Helena?

[@Phonemannn]

2:22 in the top right of the corner of your screen you can see a giant mud Dobber

[@leslielovelace]

Why doesn't someone salvage the doors and vent covers?

[@Jennifermcintyre]

So sad that a good roof repair or replacement would have saved the whole house!

[@bassmaker4real197]

It's Shame these houses are probably going to be demolished but they are far gone from being fixed up

[@coleengrantham2266]

Love the music you put with this video at the beginning, fits perfectly. I bet that house was gorgeous at one time, it still could be, it has a lot of potential. That wood work is gorgeous.With hard work and a lot of elbow grease it coukd really be something.I hope someone buys this gem and brings this back to its original state. Wish they built houses like this today, now are you get is these really cookie cutter homes that fall down when a strong wind comes through. I would never in a million years by a new home this day and age, absolutely not worth the money. This home is gorgeous. I don't think I would of painted this home that pinkish purple ish color, paint it a color, that gives it class and elegance.

[@harleyhealy3449]

Have you guys done the Abandoned subway in Cincinnati? If not I would love to go with you guys sometime or anyone who sees this in the comments.

[@guod1973]

Sad to see parts of Dayton are looking like Detroit or Gary Indiana. Beautiful house but real estate.. location location location. Great video keep them coming.

[@s.morris4099]

Sadly it's all the same in every city in America... industry leaves because of crime and people move away, kids become adults and start new lives in other states. Parents die

[@diannadhaliwal3647]

Sad these once gorgeous quality built homes are due for demolition.I guess that is why the doors&such are being removed so hopefully they will be recycled.I hope they rescue all that wood that looks like Mahogany or other hard wood on the staircases&such.

[@karteba9524]

so interesting to see the graffiti from the 60s and even 1945- so cool to see how teenagers have always been the same through time haha

[@genissefranklin796]

Hope u r doing ok

[@barbaralavoie1045]

It really is in bad shape but it must have been grand back in the day.