Unique Second Empire house for sale in Springfield, Ohio. Built in 1875, original woodwork, fireplaces, cabinetry, and more. Spiral wood staircase, partial basement, front and side porch, 4 bedrooms, 3092 square feet. $439,651.

The E. K. Jernigan House for sale in Paris, Tennessee. Built in 1851, Second Empire style, Italian-crafted staircase, heart pine hardwood flooring, front section added in 1901, large corner lot, 2-car garage, 4 bedrooms, 4317 square feet. $279,900.

The Aldrich Genella House for sale in New Orleans, Louisiana. Built in 1866 as a Greek Revival, modified in 1878, and now a Second Empire. Hand-crafted millwork, pool and pool house, 5 bedrooms, 5594 square feet. $2,650,000.

Exquisite Second Empire house for sale in Athens, New York. Built in 1867, masterful woodworking, ornate mansard roof, embellished fireplaces, breathtaking views, 8 bedrooms, 4379 square feet. $549,000.

Stunning Second Empire house for sale in Lancaster, Ohio. Built in 1900, grand foyer with curved staircase, mansard roof with ornamental iron, restored woodwork, extensive landscaping, 2-car garage, 4 bedrooms. $425,000.

Second Empire brick house for sale in Quincy, Illinois. Built in 1866, selected Italian elements, straight mansard roof, seven bedrooms, 7884 square feet. $699,900.