They Needed (a Lot) More Space in Minneapolis. Would $350,000 Be Enough?
The New York Times • • technology
Key Points:
- Ms. Altenberg and Mx. Wasko, both artists, found their living space shrinking as they continued creating artwork, prompting them to explore buying a home.
- They sought a house with at least two to three bedrooms, a basement for a studio, a garage, and character features like vintage doorknobs, avoiding modern renovations like gray kitchens.
- The couple, married last June, aimed to establish long-term roots in a community they value, with Ms. Altenberg involved in local rent relief and Mx. Wasko working in arts administration.
- They enlisted real estate agent Emily Rose Duea to help find a home within a $325,000 to $375,000 budget, appreciating the couple's clear vision and preparedness.
- Duea noted that as artists, they were adept at envisioning flexible uses for spaces, such as repurposing bedrooms into creative studios.
