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Beverly Shores,IN 46301
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,485 sqft
Price per Sqft $717
Subdivision Century Of Progress Historic District
MLS Listing ID 543345
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Three Quarter Bath 2
Year Built 1933
Tax Year 2023
Lot Dimensions 225 x 274
Property Description
The Florida Tropical House, designed for the southern Florida tropics, is a unique beachfront property in Beverly Shores, Indiana. Built in 1933 as part of the Homes of Tomorrow Exhibition at the 1933 World's Fair, it seamlessly integrates indoor & outdoor living spaces with spacious terraces and a distinctive flamingo pink exterior. Designed by architect Robert Law Weed in the Modernist style, the house was lovingly restored with over $2 million invested & has been subleased to current renter for about 25 years who is ready to pass the torch. This famous home offers a chance for a new renter to preserve its historical and architectural significance & create new memories while respecting its rich legacy. The home may only be used for personal use. Home to be made available to the public once per year. New renter to be approved by the Indiana Landmarks and The National Park Service. Cash only.
Location
State IN
County Porter
Interior
Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Primary Downstairs,Dry Bar
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Gas Range,Microwave,Washer,Refrigerator,Dryer,Dishwasher
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony
Garage Spaces 1.0
View Y/N true
View true
Accessibility Enhanced Accessible
Handicap Access Enhanced Accessible
Building
Lot Description Lake On Lot,Sloped,Paved,Landscaped
Story Two
Others
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing NRA20240201220105686613000000
Listing Terms NRA20240201220105686613000000