During the end of the house's lifespan it was in poor condition; in the mid-2000s it was purchased by a man who planned to restore it, but it was destroyed by fire on January 9, 2006.

[2] Officials suspect arson as the cause of this unexpected fire.

[3] The remaining structure was subsequently razed and the lot was confirmed to be vacant in November 2012.

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