An Iowa City Time Capsule inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright hits the market for $650,000

Gorgeous Iowa City, Iowa, is the home of a derivative of Frank Lloyd Wright‘s signature designs – on the market for $650,000. The three-bedroom house at 3112 Highway 1 NE was built in 1959, in Wright’s signature “Usonian” style, by architect Roland Weiner For his family.

The house, which features an unusual roofline, is a National Historic Landmark, according to the listing.

“The house is an architectural gem with three main levels, connected by an open hexagonal staircase, creating hexagon-shaped rooms,” says the listing agent. Adam Pretorius. “There are no square rooms in the house, even the bathrooms are equilateral triangles.”

The main level of this magnificent residence contains a foyer, living room, dining area and kitchen, while the bedroom wing includes a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, two additional bedrooms and a guest bathroom.

In addition to its sophisticated sense of proportion, the house bears other distinctive elements of mid-century Usonian modern style, including low roofs, open living areas, and abundant use of masonry, wood, and other natural materials.

“Apart from the mechanical updates, the house is a time capsule of its original heritage,” says Pretorius.

Like many Wright-era-inspired residences, this 2,413-square-foot residence comes with clear connections to its woodland surroundings.

“A strong visual connection between the interior and exterior spaces was important to Wehner’s design,” says Pretorius. “This includes frameless miter glass corner windows that take advantage of the views and privacy, as well as a cantilevered balcony overlooking the valley below.”

But the premium feature offers more. The 2.3-acre lot also offers an indoor pool and hot tub, as well as close proximity to everything Iowa City has to offer.

Joint Listing Agent Terry Larson “Popular destinations like Wilson’s Apple Orchard, Coralville Reservoir, and McBride Nature Raptor Center are all within 5 to 20 minutes,” he details.