I think I want this house! UPDATED w/pics

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Backstory: our town is ridiculously expensive. This house is in one of our target neighborhoods and needs a lot of cosmetic work. But... Target neighborhood! In our price range!

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There are definitely some things I would update but nothing is "Oh My GOSH! That is terrible and we can't live there" level. You could take some time to change a few things but it is still liveable. I actually like the light over the dining area for some reason. I'm not sure what sticks out about it, but I like it. I also enjoy the juxtaposition of the range and stainless steel fridge.

[orangeblossom]

I like it! Good luck.

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I would be able to walk to work, the grocery store, the library, the park, etc. It would be SO CONVENIENT!

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I wonder if the linoleum is down over hard wood floors?

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I love the yard. What were they thinking with that kitchen cabinet in the middle of the floor though? Good luck!

[raangoli]

You could do so much with that house. I'd just be concerned with the non-egress bedrooms though.

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May 15, 2015 20:50:14 GMT -5 raangoli said:

You could do so much with that house. I'd just be concerned with the non-egress bedrooms though.

I agree with you. Actually, the high windows in all Mid-century modern houses are an issue for egress. In looking at the available photos, it looks to me like none of the windows are actually egress. How about the slanted window in one of the bedrooms!? (Mid-century love!)

I wonder if this was Don Draper's retirement home?

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I'm frantically texting our realtor friend. I would go over there and SOI a walk through tonight if they would let me. From the county tax records, it looks like its owned by a trust. I'm guessing an older owner passed away.

[IrishBelle]

Its not my style but it definitely has potential.

[raangoli]

May 15, 2015 20:52:18 GMT -5 @idaholakelady said:

May 15, 2015 20:50:14 GMT -5 raangoli said:

You could do so much with that house. I'd just be concerned with the non-egress bedrooms though.

I agree with you. Actually, the high windows in all Mid-century modern houses are an issue for egress. In looking at the available photos, it looks to me like none of the windows are actually egress. How about the slanted window in one of the bedrooms!? (Mid-century love!)

I wonder if this was Don Draper's retirement home?

Hah!

Would you have to update the windows in order for the town to provide a CO?

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raangoli no, the town/ state doesn't require an inspection when a property changes ownership. We wouldn't have to do anything, but I wouldnwant all windows to be egress.

IrishBelle, honestly, it's tkaen me a LONG time to come around to mid-century modern too (and I'm an architectural historian!). That said, all of the Craftsman and older homes are $500k+. For a 1200 square foot house

[Marmee]

I love it, just don't buy it & make it generic...keep the MCM vibe . For 2600SF in a good hood, that price isn't too bad. In Denver those little MCMs are up to $500K+ now with no basements (half the sf).

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Our realtor friend is working on it. I think we're doing a walk-through tomorrow morning!

[agnes]

Oh neat! If you do get this house, please don't take out of all the mid-century wood. That's the best part!

[Balki.Bartokomous]

That house is doing a REALLY good job of being mid-century modern.

You should definitely buy it. I'm so jealous that you're so close to Yellowstone.

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May 15, 2015 22:39:18 GMT -5 Balki.Bartokomous said:

That house is doing a REALLY good job of being mid-century modern.

Isn't it though!? I'm afraid to walk in and smell 51 years of cigarette smoke.

[spunkarella]

It has so much potential! I love all the natural light in the main living area.

[UnderProtest]

I like it! We toured a mid century modern home in Seattle and I drooled over it. It was professionally decorated in the 60s and hadn't been touched since. It was in amazing condition.

[konapoppy]

May 15, 2015 23:08:28 GMT -5 @idaholakelady said:

May 15, 2015 22:39:18 GMT -5 Balki.Bartokomous said:

That house is doing a REALLY good job of being mid-century modern.

Isn't it though!? I'm afraid to walk in and smell 51 years of cigarette smoke.

Totally possible. Then you can walk right out of you want (been there!).

[FishChicks]

That place has so much potential! My fingers are crossed that you get it so we can enjoy future photos as you update it!

[mskitkat]

I like it! I really love MCM homes. We visted a ton of them when we were house hunting, but none were in the right neighborhood.

[Pom]

Exciting! We will be waiting anxiously for an update

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I love it. MCM homes were also built so well. Nothing like the shit builders were throwing up in the 80's and 90's. And it really doesn't need any major work, some small updates within the MCM theme and you'd be set.

Also, I'm jealous you live in that part of the country. It's so beautiful.

[lys]

You could move in and do the cosmetic changes over time if needed. Looks like a good buy for someone!

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@rennido OMG! believe me, if I could convince my H, we would! I love it!

[asoctoberfalls]

I had no idea Bozeman (or anywhere in MT) was that expensive!

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May 16, 2015 11:14:04 GMT -5 @foodielicious said:

that is one steerange set up with the kitchen cabinets....are those copper pipes? What were they going for?

I do like those slanted windows sp. that weird long one.

I noticed that too! The copper pipes are odd...

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May 16, 2015 12:49:10 GMT -5 asoctoberfalls said:

I had no idea Bozeman (or anywhere in MT) was that expensive!

Oh Christ, don't even get me started. BozeAngeles is fucking ridiculous. There are 24 houses on the market with 3 bedrooms for under $350k. A 4th bedroom is easily $400k. And incomes are ridiculously low. I like to joke that our city seal should be a trust fund.

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So they are doing no showings until the open house tomorrow, from 1-3pm. I plan on going. I also think they put it on at a lower price because either 1) the basement is a wreck (here are no photos of the basement on the listing) or 2) they're hoping for a bidding war.