On Monday, January 30, 1854, the house was advertised for sale in the New York Daily Times:
“STONE HOUSE FOR SALE AT PELHAMVILLE, 17 miles from the City. – The above house is 36 feet by 36 feet, first-story with basement and attic, two stories deep in the back with oval window to the garden; a good well of water The house is unfinished, and will be disposed of reasonable. Title good. Terms easy. Corner lot 100×200 feet Apply to
ALEX DIACK, No 77 1/2 Broome-st., New York”