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Frank Lloyd Wright's lakefront home relisted for $2.495m after $3.4m ask fails

By · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

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Designed in 1951, the single-storey Usonian residence sits on a private half-acre lot near Cedar Lake and spans roughly 2,511 square feet. Unlike typical wooden Wright homes, the design uniquely incorporates marble-bearing walls alongside larch panelling and aluminium framing. The property blends historic craftsmanship with modern living, having received major infrastructure updates and bathroom renovations. It is formally recognized by the city of Minneapolis and holds a spot on the National Register of Historic Places.

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  • The updated asking price of $2.495 million closely mirrors the $2.4 million paid for the…: The updated asking price of $2.495 million closely mirrors the $2.4 million paid for the home in 2007.
  • Distinct building materials like marble-bearing walls set this Usonian residence apart fr…: Distinct building materials like marble-bearing walls set this Usonian residence apart from standard Wright-designed architecture.
  • Extensive modernization of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems preserves the histori…: Extensive modernization of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems preserves the historic property for contemporary use.

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Some homeowners want their houses to stand out. Others, like Frank Lloyd Wright, design their homes to blend seamlessly into the landscape. The single-storey home on Burnham Blvd in Minneapolis does not stand out from the trees; it sits quietly among them. Completed in 1951, the impeccably preserved Usonian house is now on the market for $2.495 million, Realtor.com reported. David Stickney of Coldwell Banker Realty Stickney Real Estate is listing the house. According to the listing, it is “a rare opportunity to own a timeless Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home”.

Pic credit: Coldwell Banker

Wright House on Cedar Lake

Pic credit: Coldwell Banker

The three-bedroom, three-bathroom home sits on the southeast shore of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, with a strip of city parkland between the house and the water. The home’s secluded location is another highlight. "It is an incredibly quiet and peaceful location, with the home situated on a private half-acre overlooking Cedar Lake and adjacent parkland. The way the home relates to its surroundings makes Cedar Lake and the parkland feel almost like an extension of the living…

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