Minneapolis home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright hits the market at $2.5M
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Key Points:
- A 75-year-old Minneapolis home designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright is currently for sale, offering a rare opportunity for buyers interested in iconic architecture.
- The 2,500-square-foot home, built in 1951 and listed for nearly $2.5 million, features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a massive fireplace, built-in furniture, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
- The property includes a walk-out terrace overlooking Cedar Lake, embodying Wright's philosophy of integrating humanity with nature, and showcases unique design elements such as varying ceiling heights and tapering walls.
- Unlike typical Wright designs, this home features cull marble and western larch interior paneling, materials usually reserved for exteriors, while recent updates include a new garage, roof, and HVAC system to preserve the original architectural integrity.
- Realtor David Stickney describes the sale as a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity," highlighting the home's distinctiveness and the challenges involved in maintaining Wright's iconic style.
