Shawshank? This Historic Missouri Detention Center Could Be Yours

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If the beholder happens to be a former or present convict, I have found what they'll likely consider to be a very beautiful potential home. It's a former Missouri detention center that also happens to be quite historic.

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If you drive by 208 W Pearl Street in Harrisonville, Missouri, you'll probably recognize what used to be the Cass County Missouri Law Enforcement Center/Jail. As a Stephen King fan, just about every jail book/movie he's ever created could be realized in this magical place. It was first constructed way back in 1960.

Shawshank Redemption much? Or, maybe you're a fan of The Green Mile. The good news is what used to be a Cass County, Missouri jail won't cost you an arm and a leg. Current asking price is a very affordable $195,000 as of this writing.

Imagine the family gatherings you could have in this historic building? Ever daydreamed about having your in-laws sleep in a prison cell? Dream realized. Serve them cake with a file hidden inside. You know you've thought about it at least once.