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These Are the Best Cities for Working Moms
One day we’ll collectively evolve into a society that fully supports the struggles of juggling work and parenting. But until we can get everyone (employers, specifically) to get on board with stuff like paid family leave, here’s a list of cities that are the best—and not so great—for working moms. First, the not so good news—the list excludes an entire region of the country, which isn’t exactly promising for mothers in the Northeast.
Mar 29, 2019
This Bell Tent In Mexico Marries Luxury And Eco-Friendliness
Whether it’s recycling, composting, or using cloth grocery bags, living an organic, eco-conscious lifestyle has never been easier. And great news, travelers: this can be the case for when you’re vacationing, too, as you don’t always have to choose between chic and luxury or environmentally-conscious. Say hello to this ultra-chic luxury bell tent in Tulum, Mexico, that is totally eco-friendly.
Mar 29, 2019
The Best Time to Put Your Home on the Market, in Every Metro Area
Watching your house sit while it’s on the market can be a real drag. So maybe you’ve been hesitant to list yours. Well, now might be the time if you live in the New York metro area, Chicago, Dallas, Jacksonville, or another major city. The first week of April is a real estate market sweet spot where high buyer demand, low competition, speedy sales, and strong prices come together to give sellers who list a major wallet win. Don’t believe it? We’ll show you the numbers.
Mar 28, 2019
This $150K Philadelphia Home Is the Most Popular Fixer-Upper on the Market
Flirting with the idea of a fixer upper? Those who are searching for homes online are majorly crushing on this massive stone home in Philadelphia that was originally built in 1900 and is for sale, “as is,” for $150,000. While the sprawling 2,000-square-foot home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms is definitely begging for some TLC, it’s among this month’s “most searched” properties on Trulia, a home and neighborhood site for buyers and renters.
Mar 28, 2019
This Celebrity Home For Sale Is Only Accessible by Cable Car
Fire up the cable car, because we’re ready to move into Suzanne Somers’ desert oasis. The actress and health entrepreneur just listed the 72-acre hillside retreat she shares with her husband Alan Hamel in Palm Springs, California, and the sprawling estate is the picture of privacy. How private? Well… the compound is reachable on foot, by golf cart via a private road, or by private funicular. That’s right: you need to ride a cable car to get to this hillside enclave.
Mar 25, 2019
Look Inside: A Marvelous, Mid-Century, Midwestern Home for $624K
This architect-designed home will have you wanting to book a flight to Illinois and buy property ASAP. 613 Hunter Road Located in Wilmette, Illinois $624,000 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms Dream of living in a mid-century modern home? (Yeah, us too.) Designed by renowned architect Edward Humrich, this MCM Prairie-style house has all the classic features with just the right amount of updates.
Mar 25, 2019
Emma Stone Clearly Enjoys a Wallpaper Moment, As Seen in Her Beverly Hills Home for Sale
Cue the “La-La Land” jokes: Oscar-winner Emma Stone has listed her four-bed, four-and-a-half-bath estate in Beverly Hills for $3.899 million, Variety reports. Located in the Coldwater Canyon section of town, the 3,862-square-foot home, which was built in 1953, is the very picture of privacy. Tucked away on a quiet road behind a high wall and secure gates, the property was previously owned by British star Dudley Moore.
Mar 21, 2019
Mary-Kate Olsen and Olivier Sarkozy Are Selling a Pair of NYC Townhouses
One half of the actress-turned-fashion mogul twin duo Mary-Kate Olsen and her husband Olivier Sarkozy are looking to offload a pair of Manhattan townhouses. Located at 123 E. 10th St., and 125 E. 10th St., the posh residences recently hit the market for $7.69 million and $8.3 million, respectively. The former space is 4,200 square feet, five stories tall and has an eat-in kitchen along with a total of five bedrooms, one of which is a master suite that encompasses an entire level.
Mar 21, 2019
This $2.95M Home Used to Be a Library and, Wow, I’ve Never Wanted Anything More
A day ago, if you would have asked me about my dream home, I would have said something very vague and mentioned the words “glass,” “mid-century modern,” and maybe even, “Actually, don’t tell anyone but I kind of loved the house Eleanor lived in on ‘The Good Place?'” But that has all changed now that I have become aware of this house in Rockport, Massachusetts, that is now on the market for $2,950,000.
Mar 13, 2019
Look Inside: A $2M Laguna Beach Cottage with Ocean Views and Gardens Galore
Glorious gardens and dreamy ocean views combine to create a scenic sanctuary in Laguna Beach. 805 La Mirada St Located in Laguna Beach, California $1,998,000 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 partial bath It’s tough to narrow down our favorite part of this Laguna Beach home that proves cottages can be both charming and contemporary. Keeping watch over the Pacific Ocean, the panoramic beach views are an obvious contender.
Mar 11, 2019
Alexis Stewart’s NYC Triplex For Sale Is Actually 4 Units in One
While Martha Stewart continues to dominate the world one lifestyle venture at a time (see: her pet CBD line), her daughter Alexis is busy working on a major real estate move. The younger Stewart recently listed her impeccably designed West Village triplex for $53 million, after having purchased the home between 2006 and 2007 for approximately $35 million.
Mar 5, 2019
Jodie Foster’s Beverly Hills Property Is on the Market
While she prepares for a speaking gig at the upcoming South by Southwest festival, would-be luxury home buyers are somewhere hunched over their laptops, completely mesmerized by the gorgeous Beverly Hills mansion Jodie Foster just put on the market. Listed by Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate David Kramer of Hilton & Hyland, the two-level 1950s dwelling is approximately 7,500 square feet, sits on a little more than an acre and has five bedrooms and seven bathrooms.
Mar 4, 2019
5 Places to Live if You Love Wine (On Any Budget)
If you’ve ever vacationed in a wine-producing region (known as American Viticultural Areas, or AVAs), you know they’re home to some of the most picturesque landscapes in America. And if you love wine, you’ve probably thought about moving to one of them so you can sip vino surrounded by spectacular views every weekend.
Mar 3, 2019
7 Celebrities That Prove Living In the Midwest Is Incredibly Cool
Celebs—they’re just like us! Except that, well, they’re usually multi-millionaires with McMansions in Hollywood to match. That’s why it’s so fun to stumble upon superstars living more low-key lives outside of the greater Los Angeles area and in relatively down-to-earth areas, like the Midwest. From the former Commander-in-Chief to one of the richest rappers in the world, here are seven big names who call the “Middle America” home.
Mar 1, 2019
The Hottest Real Estate Listing for February 2019 Would Cost You $37,000 a Month
Whether or not you’re actually in the market for a new home, scrolling through real estate listings can be habit-forming. Looking at all the cool living spaces available can be oodles of fun, even if they’re halfway across the country or seriously out of your budget. Case in point? One of Trulia’s most popular listings this month: This stunning nine-bedroom, 10-bathroom mansion in Encino, California. At a listing price of $7.
Feb 28, 2019
Chip & Joanna Gaines Just Bought a Literal Castle
This is the ultimate fixer upper.
Feb 26, 2019
Look Inside: A $619K Vintage Colonial That Perfectly Blends Whimsy & Americana
Photos courtesy Jennifer Procopio A historic home with all the modern updates. 2 Murray Street Located in Norwalk, Connecticut $619,000 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms This home makes a serious first impression—both inside and out. The punchy red exterior of this vintage colonial is offset by the modern entrance. Here, you open the front door to an entry with a raised panel staircase and spacious coat closet—all wrapped with statement-making geometric wallpaper.
Feb 25, 2019
7 Cozy, Snowy Cabins For Sale—For $400K Or Less
While many people are sick and tired of the seemingly endless cold and snow that this winter has delivered, others—believe it not–just can’t get enough of that wonderland vibe. In our opinion, snow is best enjoyed outside the city, in the country, where it stays white and pristine, and activities like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and the like can be enjoyed. So, that’s why we set out to find snowy cabins for sale nationwide–all for $400,000 or less.
Feb 24, 2019
Real Estate Rom Com: History Loves Company in Savannah
In honor of love, February, and gorgeous real estate, I put together another Real Estate Rom Com featuring this stunning home on Sotheby’s International Realty. A crowd bustles down Whitaker street, weaving in and out of Forsyth Park. It’s the annual historic house walk and as a winner of the Historic Savannah Foundation Preservation Award, 611 is a must see for any historic house enthusiast.
Feb 22, 2019
Eleanor Roosevelt’s Charming Manhattan Townhouse Is Selling For $13.5 Million
After a long hiatus, Eleanor Roosevelt’s stately townhouse in New York City‘s Upper East Side, where the former First Lady resided is back on the market—for a cool $13.5 million. The townhouse is a historic fixture and almost 150 years old. It spans five floors and is topped by a spacious rooftop deck boasting stellar city views. Winding wooden staircases connect the floors, Architectural Digest detailed, and there’s also an elevator for more convenient access.
Feb 19, 2019
Look Inside: A $895K Craftsman Bungalow with More Built-Ins Than We Can Count
From built-ins to a fireplace, this home is chock-full of charm. 315 Hemphill Place Located in Oakland, California $895,000 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Located on Hemphill Place—with views of Mount Tamalpais—this charming Craftsman bungalow is filled with drop-dead gorgeous architectural detailing. The front door opens to a large living space, all created with custom woodwork and framed by bay windows, built-in cabinetry, and a fireplace.
Feb 18, 2019
Pool Your Funds: This Canadian Home Comes with a 2,000-Bottle Wine Cellar
It’s not just the promise of Tim Hortons coffee and milk in a bag that could bring us north of the border. This sprawling Canadian estate could easily do the trick, too! Tucked inside the exclusive gated community of Stonepine, this 4,135-square-foot home is a contemporary Canadian beauty… and it could be yours, if you’re willing to bring your bidding A-game: The property will be auctioned off by Concierge Auctions starting February 26. Seeing as it was previously listed at $2.
Feb 15, 2019
Look Inside: A Chic $1 Million Beach House on the Greek Islands
This beach house on an island in Greece is like living a year-round vacation. Located in Chania, Greece $1,000,000 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms Owning this home would be like living inside of your screensaver. Named “Powder Blue,” this property is part of a complex called the Divine Villas, which happens to be a very appropriate name. First things first: The outdoor space. This sleek and modern home is perched upon the waters and offers pinch-me views of the sea.
Feb 11, 2019
Real Estate Rom Com: Three Sisters and a Stately Victorian
In honor of love, February, and gorgeous real estate, I put together another Real Estate Rom Com featuring this stunning home on Sotheby’s International Realty. A minivan turns a corner and pulls into the driveway of 49 Kingwood Ave. FAMILY FOCUSED SISTER takes a big gulp of her very big coffee as she pushes her even bigger sunglasses to the top of her head. She glances at herself in the rearview mirror, where did the time go? She thinks.
Feb 8, 2019
This Stunning Pinecone-Shaped Treehouse Is for Sale
One of the cool parts about being an adult is buying the stuff your folks wouldn’t or couldn’t get you as a child. Before you allow those nostalgic desires to fade into sadness and resentment, here’s how you can make up for at least one of the major requests your parents either strategically ignored or flat-out denied: signing on the dotted line for this magnificent pinecone-shaped treehouse, which has been placed up for sale by its designers, O2 Treehouse.
Feb 4, 2019
Look Inside: A $1 Million Contemporary Home in Houston That’s Bigger Than It Looks
This three-story house can easily be a party pad or family estate. 6504 Rodrigo Street, Unit A Located in Houston, Texas $999,900 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms You know what they say: Everything is bigger in Texas. And it certainly feels that way with this Camp Logan home. Built by On Point Custom Homes, a prominent Texas architecture firm, this contemporary property has a first-floor space that’s dedicated to living and dining.
Feb 4, 2019
Grey Gardens Is Under Contract
Update: Grey Gardens has found a buyer, according to the Washington Post. Owner, journalist Sally Quinn, hasn’t disclosed who is purchasing the property or the selling price (it was reduced to $17,995,000 in April), but mentioned that “she’s ‘happy’ with the contract and the new owner ‘really understands the house’ and plans to preserve it.
Feb 4, 2019
The Great Gatsby Mansion is For Sale
Well, old sport, now you can live that West Egg fantasy life. This over the top mansion on Long Island was the inspiration for the titular character’s estate in the 2013 film adaptation of The Great Gatsby. And the price? You’ll need Gatsby’s fortune to match, because this place is listed for $85 million.
Feb 4, 2019
The Price of Spite: Boston’s Skinny House Is For Sale For $895K
Before people threw shade and sent subtweets, they built spite houses. One of the more famous real estate clap backs is Boston’s Skinny House, and it is currently for sale. Spite houses are exactly what they sound like: real estate built to spite someone else by blocking a view, annoying a neighbor, or to get around a zoning law. There’s usually an interesting story attached, and who doesn’t like a home with its own legend?
Feb 4, 2019
An Untouched Frank Lloyd Wright House Is For Sale
It’s been almost 60 years since Paul and Helen Olfelt hired iconic American architect Frank Lloyd Wright to build their Minnesota house. Now the couple are in their 90s, and are selling the—totally untouched!—place for $1.295 million. The three bedroom, two bathroom home sits on 3.77 “extremely private acres at the end of a quiet cul de sac” in St. Louis Park, just seven miles from downtown Minneapolis.
Feb 4, 2019
You Can Live in a Giant Cowboy Boot for $1,200 a Month
They say everything is bigger in Texas, even—nay especially—the boots. Case in point: There’s a cowboy boot so large you can live in it. And it’s available for rent. Located in Huntsville, a city about an hour north of Houston, the footwear inspired house and the adjoining bungalow were designed and built by local artist Dan Phillips, who specializes in constructing homes with recycled and salvaged materials.
Feb 4, 2019
This Frank Lloyd Wright Apprentice-Designed Home in Texas Is Mid-Century Perfection
If you love mid-century design and also the work of master architect Frank Lloyd Wright, this Texas home is the design mashup you’ve been waiting for. Take a look inside for yourself. David Foster George, who lived to be 100, was a Texas-based architect who was a fan of the Craftsman style and studied under Wright at Taliesin West.
Feb 4, 2019
You Can Live in a Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian Community for $1.2 Million
Looking to live that Usonian life? One such home in an Frank Lloyd Wright designed community in Pleasantville, New York is ready to make your dreams come true. Wright used the term Usonian to refer to his vision for the landscape of the US, including city planning and architecture.
Feb 4, 2019
Zaha Hadid’s Miami Beach Condo Is For Sale For $10 Million
Starchitect Zaha Hadid was a tour de force of contemporary architecture and design, creating everything from iconic buildings to vases and tableware—even a sneaker. Now, her Miami Beach condo is on the market, and some of her one of a kind furniture is up for grabs as well. The 2,299 square foot condo at the W Hotel South Beach is almost entirely windows, with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The place comes with three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and as few interior walls as possible.
Feb 4, 2019
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Horseshoe-Shaped Tirranna Is For Sale For $7.2 Million
Frank Lloyd Wright’s 150th birthday is this week, and luckily we get to peek inside Tirranna, an astounding private home in Connecticut, that happens to be on the market for $7.2 million. Tirranna—which means “running water” in the language of Australia’s Aboriginal people—is a horseshoe shaped property overlooking the Noroton River in New Canaan, Connecticut.
Feb 4, 2019
Natalie Portman’s New Montecito Mansion is Indoor Outdoor Living Perfection
Ever wonder how Oscar winning actor Natalie Portman relaxes? Based on her latest real estate acquisition, we’re guessing that staring at the ocean factors in heavily. The Jackie star recently purchased a vacation home in Montecito, a town on the California coast northwest of Los Angeles near Santa Barbara. Check out the property for yourself. The modern vacation home, designed by Santa Barbara architect Barton Meyers, set Portman back $6.5 million.
Feb 4, 2019
Savannah Guthrie’s $6 Million Tribeca Loft is For Sale
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who start their day with Matt Lauer and Savannah Guthrie on NBC’s morning show Today, we wouldn’t judge if you feel like you’re already friends. And now, Savannah’s Tribeca loft is on the market, and you can peek inside. The 2,691 square foot condo, which has three bedrooms plus an office and four full bathrooms, was purchased by Guthrie’s husband, political consultant Michael Feldman, in 2012 for $3.8 million.
Feb 4, 2019
Jared Leto Sells His Hollywood Hills Home for $2 Million
When it comes to real estate, Jared Leto is no Joker. The Suicide Squad star just sold his home in the Hollywood Hills for $2.05 million, $50,000 over the asking price. The 4,021 square foot four bedroom, three and a half bath home was built in 1955. Leto purchased the property in March 2006 for $1.65 million. The floor plan shows that there is a master bedroom and two connected guest bedrooms on the first floor, along with the kitchen, dining room, and living room with a fireplace.
Feb 4, 2019
This Rare NYC Rooftop Cottage Is For Sale
A tiny cottage to escape to might be on your wish list, but this one is a bit out of the ordinary. The cedar shingled dwelling is actually on a rooftop in the East Village, and it can be yours—if you have the funds to buy the penthouse below for $3.5 million. Curbed NY was the first to report the story, and while rooftop cottages are a rare New York feature, this isn’t the first one we’ve seen.
Feb 4, 2019
A Michael Graves Modernist Property Is Listed For Just $265K
Michael Graves’ first ever commission is on the market. The Modernist property in Fort Wayne, Indiana is listed for the (affordable for its pedigree) price of $264,888. Designed for his friends Jay and Lois Hanselmann, the Hanselmann House was completed in 1971, and not much has changed since then.
Feb 4, 2019
This Mostly Untouched Frank Lloyd Wright “Mushroom” House Is For Sale
The legendary Frank Lloyd Wright designed some unique properties in his day, but we’ve never seen one quite like this. Needless to say, the starchitect proved he was a fun guy with this mushroom-esque structure, now for sale for $1.5 million. The Sol Friedman House is part of Wright’s Usonia community in Pleasantville, New York—just 50 minutes north of Manhattan.
Feb 4, 2019
Tour Nick’s North Pole Toy-Lover’s Paradise
Name: Santa and Mrs. Claus Location: North Pole Size: 2,500 square feet, with multiple 150-square=foot cottages on 25 acres Years lived in: 195 years, owned Move over, Martha. When it comes to decorating inspiration for the holidays, there’s only one influencer who truly makes their mark on every home, and his name is Santa Claus. Santa, a toy company entrepreneur and delivery man, works one day a year. The rest of the time, you’ll find him — along with his wife, Mrs.
Feb 4, 2019
These Are The Most Popular Listings on Trulia This Month
I spend entirely too much of my free time looking at real estate listings—even though looking at them is a good chunk of what I get paid to do here! But even though I know what I’m looking for, even I get lost clicking through dream homes: “I should move to Detroit and buy this $20,000 fixer upper!” or “If I save now, I can totally can afford this $2 million apartment in Brooklyn by the time I’m 30!
Jan 31, 2019
Look Inside: A Renovated French Summer Château for $454K
This chic French château is straight out of French Vogue. 46800, Montcuq En Quercy Blanc Located in Southwest France €399,000 euro (~$454,000) Three bedrooms, two bathrooms How chic does it sound to invite all your friends to summer at your country home in the South of France? This 19th-century home in Montcuq has been completely renovated with modern interiors that look straight out of French Vogue.
Jan 28, 2019
What $1 Million Homes Look Like in 5 Major U.S. Cities
Ever wonder what kind of a home you could buy if you had a $1 million budget? Will you be able to afford a mansion in Houston or a one-bedroom apartment in Manhattan? We profiled five major cities to find out exactly what kind of home a small fortune can get you.
Jan 26, 2019
Diane Keaton’s Former Lloyd Wright Home Is Back on the Market
We all know that Hollywood stars love architectural landmarks. But it’s not every day that these gems are Lloyd Wright (yep, that’s Frank Lloyd Wright’s son) properties. Diane Keaton, star of flicks like “Annie Hall“and “The First Wives Club,” is a seasoned house flipper, and the Oscar winner’s former property, the historic Samuel-Novarro House, has hit the market for $4.295 million.
Jan 25, 2019
You Can’t Win This HGTV Dream Home, But You Can Buy It
It’s one thing to own a luxurious home, but real estate dreams reach peak fabulosity levels when your residence is HGTV-approved. Such is the case with this marvelous property in Gig Harbor, Washington, that is officially on the market after being the network’s coveted prize of Dream Home 2018. At 3,591 square feet, the four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath coastal home sits on 1.
Jan 23, 2019
Look Inside: A Funky and Historic Home in East Austin for $740K
This house can be considered vintage and modern all at the same time. 1915 East 10th Street Located in Austin, Texas $740,000 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms This house might look simplistic from the outside—with a sleek white exterior and pretty yellow porch swing—but the inside has a whole lot going on. The East Austin home was first built in 1900, and still features the original structure, long-leaf pine wood flooring, and wood-beamed ceilings.
Jan 21, 2019
What Homes Look Like in the Most Expensive Zip Code in the U.S.
Property Shark recently released its findings for the most expensive zip code in the United States–and the answer might surprise you. It’s not Beverly Hills, Palm Beach, or someplace in the Hamptons. It’s Atherton, California, an affluent Silicon Valley town just a short drive from the likes of Facebook and Google. In the zip code 94027, the median sale price is $6.7 million, which spiked about 35 percent since 2017. (Rankings are based on closed home sales.
Jan 12, 2019
Jon Glaser Loved His First Apartment So Much, He Teared Up Just Thinking About It
Welcome to My First Apartment! Whether it’s your first studio, a four-bedroom deep in the city shared with a handful of roommates, or even an entire house (lucky you!), there’s something special about moving into the first place that’s truly your own. In this series, we’ll showcase actors, artists, entrepreneurs, and beyond—asking them to revisit that oh-so-sweet nostalgia of newly-found freedom.
Jan 9, 2019
Look Inside: This $1.2M Northern California Condo Is an Aesthete’s Dream
A Modernist masterpiece in Northern California with views for days. 6128 Sea Walk Drive, Unit 10 Located in Sea Ranch, CA $1,200,000 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms For starters, this insanely cool condo comes packed with significant design history. Built in 1965 and designed by MLTW to preserve sea views, the building is part of the iconic Sea Ranch community, a masterpiece of Modernist architecture. Though the exterior is breathtaking, the inside is well-designed, too.
Jan 7, 2019
This Artist’s Home For Sale Comes With All the Sculptures
This two-bedroom, two-bathroom home that belongs to multimedia artist Michael Jude Russo is proof that the concept of becoming one with nature isn’t just an overused cliché. The art-filled abode sits slightly north of Fort Lauderdale in Wilton Manors and is currently on the market for $1.2 million. Included in the sale are the hundreds of artwork and sculptures displayed in the home, the gardens, and the two-story studio.
Dec 28, 2018
Look Inside: This 600 Sq. Ft. Hamptons Home Is Pure Scandi Magic
This Sag Harbor stunner is the pied-à-terre of your dreams. 61 Madison Street Located in Sag Harbor, New York $1,495,000 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom This Hamptons home is like a magic trick. It was built in 1927, but looks completely modern. It’s 660 square feet of space, but feels spacious. Perhaps that’s what JANGEORGe Interior Design had in mind during renovation. Here, a bright and light living space flows into a dining room, and then onto the kitchen.
Dec 24, 2018
The Salary You’d Need to Buy the ‘Home Alone’ House
You’ve probably watched “Home Alone” at least a handful of times since it was released in 1990—it’s a holiday classic. And if you weren’t too distracted by the implausibility of Kevin’s hijinks, you may have noticed that the McCallisters’ house is a beautiful six-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom Georgian. And, if you’re like us, you’re probably wondering what a house like that costs.
Dec 23, 2018
6 Surprising Celebs Who Have Called Atlanta Home
Who doesn’t love a little southern hospitality? The beloved city of Atlanta is a thriving metropolis filled with diversity and character, so it’s no wonder that some of Hollywood’s biggest names have settled down there. Here are just a few of Atlanta’s most famous homeowners: You know her for “How I Met Your Mother,” “Buffy,” and the “American Pie” trilogy, but you might not know that Alyson Hannigan has a thriving side gig.
Dec 21, 2018
The Salary You’d Need to Buy the ‘A Star Is Born’ House
Will Bradley Cooper’s latest iteration of “A Star Is Born” sweep the Oscars come February? Perhaps. Did the cozy, secluded home that Cooper’s troubled character Jackson Maine shared with Lady Gaga’s Ally sweep us off our feet? Most definitely. Though the movie was fiction, the house where some intense jam sessions (and equally intense fighting) took place actually exists in the wild.
Dec 19, 2018
Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent Put Their Hancock Park Home on the Market
Near the end of last year, we took a glimpse inside Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent’s swoon-worthy Spanish colonial home, but this holiday season, the designers are looking for a new owner to settle into their exquisitely-styled abode. Berkus and Brent recently placed their Hancock Park mansion on the market for $13.8 million with Coldwell Banker Global Luxury’s Brent Watson—just two years after they purchased the property for $8.
Dec 19, 2018
Look Inside: $370K Savannah Home Perfectly Mixes New and Old
This Southern belle of a home isn’t just a charmer on the outside; there are surprising features to delight in throughout. 1206 E Duffy St Located in Savannah, Georgia $369,900 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms From the outside, this Savannah home exudes Southern charm with its pretty pastel blue exterior, white trim, and a sprawling wraparound porch that’s eager to play the consummate host for lazy Sunday afternoons involving rocking chairs and lemonade sipping.
Dec 10, 2018
Snap Up a Condo in an Iconic Seattle Architect’s Building for $649K
Opulent and modern mix well in this art-deco condominium in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood. 1017 Minor Ave. Apt. 802 Located in Seattle, Washington $649,000 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom A 1928 issue of Pacific Builder and Engineer referred to Seattle architect Earl W. Morrison as one of the area’s best known architects, complimenting him for going to great lengths to consistently produce artistic designs. Now, buyers have a chance to snap up a condo in one of his iconic buildings.
Dec 3, 2018
The 20 Best Cities to Buy a Home in This Winter
Snowstorms and cold temperatures aren’t necessarily terms you want to hear when you’re moving… but it turns out, you may want to put on your winter parka and get your moving truck ready. According to a recent report by Zillow Research, this winter could indeed be a great time to buy for potential homebuyers. Mortgage interest rates are on the uptick and 2019 will be no different: The Economy Forecast Agency predicts that the mortgage rate will hit 5.
Nov 30, 2018
6 Fixer Upper Houses You Can Score for $50K or Less
Love or hate them, Chip and Joanna Gaines have made a lasting impact on the real estate scene. Fixer Upper has convinced many people that those opposite-of-turnkey homes are not money pits, but opportunities in disguise. Not only can they save you a lot of cash—even with renovation costs added on top of the purchase price—but they can also allow you to truly personalize your home to your heart’s content. Anyone who’s tired of cookie-cutter McMansions can appreciate that.
Nov 29, 2018
6 Shipping Container Homes You Can Buy on eBay, Starting at $15K
1. eBay was originally named AuctionWeb. 2. A grilled cheese sandwich with what looked like an image of the Virgin Mary embedded in the crust once fetched $28,000 on the e-commerce site. 3. You can buy your next home (or an addition to your home) on eBay.com. Does this sound like a set up for the game “two truths and a lie”? Well, we’re here to tell you that these are all cold, hard facts about eBay.
Nov 28, 2018
This Funky $650K Indianapolis Apartment Used to Be a Church
This historic condo marries old-school charm with modern everything. 501 Fletcher Ave, Apt B Located in Indianapolis, Indiana $650,000 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms This is the kind of apartment that has everyone looking at Indianapolis real estate. For starters, it’s huge. And historic. Built in 1897, this former church is now a downtown condo that marries old with new, and does it seamlessly. The open floor plan boasts soaring ceilings, large stained glass windows, and wood beams.
Nov 26, 2018
The Salary You’d Need to Own the “Friends” Apartment
If you’re like me, you’re probably spending the holiday weekend indulging in the ultimate Thanksgiving tradition: Marathoning the “Friends” Thanksgiving episodes. Amid lost toes, shepherd’s pie trifle, and The Geller Cup, you might be marveling at that marvelous purple apartment.
Nov 21, 2018
Rent ‘Girls’ Star Zosia Mamet’s Former UWS Apartment for $5,000
If we’re all being honest here, there’s a stage in anyone who’s under 30 and recently moved to New York’s life that happens: we assume it will be something like an episode of “Girls.” Maybe a significant other dumps you before/after your short story reading, or you get splashed by a cab right before a job interview and have to explain why you’d be a good something or other, and then you come home to your weirdly gigantic apartment for a freelance writer.
Nov 19, 2018
We’ve Featured This Eclectic Portland House—and Now You Can Own It for $670K
A remodeled house with loads of space and charm. 6548 SE Ash Street Located in Portland, Oregon $670,000 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms Well, for starters, we featured this three-bedroom home in a House Tour this past May! One of the “besties” got married, so the home is now on the market. This large Mt. Tabor home has loads of space and feels like a hip retreat the minute you walk in the door.
Nov 19, 2018
Kate Beckinsale’s First Apartment Was “Cozy, Cheap, and Terrifying”
Welcome to My First Apartment! Whether it’s your first studio, a four-bedroom deep in the city shared with a handful of roommates, or even an entire house (lucky you!), there’s something special about moving into the first place that’s truly your own. In this series, we’ll showcase actors, artists, entrepreneurs, and beyond—asking them to revisit that oh-so-sweet nostalgia of newly-found freedom.
Nov 17, 2018
5 Gorgeous Vintage Barn Conversions You’ll Want to Move Into Immediately
If you’ve ever left a door open, you’ve probably been asked if you were raised in a barn (the antiquated phrase refers to farmers’ tendency to leave the door open during the day to facilitate easy coming and going.) But what in the past was a clever dig is now a compliment. With all the attractive homes converted from barns on the market right now, who wouldn’t want to grow up in one?
Nov 16, 2018
This 5,122-Square-Foot Minnesota Beauty Can Be Your Forever Home for Under $700K
This home has loads of bedrooms—and two kitchens! 3060 Wild Flower Trail Located in Medina, Minnesota $684,900 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms Originally built as a model home in 2016, the current owners took a tour and knew they’d found their forever home. But sadly, work brought on relocation and they’re selling—though not before the couple made a ton of custom upgrades.
Nov 12, 2018
Genevieve Gorder’s First Apartment Was a DIY-Lover’s Dream
Welcome to My First Apartment! Whether it’s your first studio, a four-bedroom deep in the city shared with a handful of roommates, or even an entire house (lucky you!), there’s something special about moving into the first place that’s truly your own. In this series, we’ll showcase actors, artists, entrepreneurs, and beyond—asking them to revisit that oh-so-sweet nostalgia of newly-found freedom. To say that Genevieve Gorder is captivating is an understatement.
Nov 8, 2018
Look Inside: A 1928 “Tiny” House in San Jose Asks $798K
This California casa is small in size but big on charm. 759 N 19th Street Located in San Jose, California $798,000 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Pinch yourself. If you thought a tiny home couldn’t be more charming, then think again. This Spanish bungalow in the Northside neighborhood of San Jose is petite perfection. Built in 1928, the 759-square-foot property manages to marry original charm with modern updates.
Nov 5, 2018
The $6.5M Home Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Will Share
Well before announcing their engagement in August, Nick Jonas was already planning his future with Priyanka Chopra by locking down the property that they will call home. The singer invested a whopping $6.5 million into this Beverly Hills pad back in April for the couple to share once they’re married, according to Realtor.com.
Oct 31, 2018