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Portland, Oregon is known for its plethora of craftsman homes. Like this jewel... Built in 1923, this 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is listed for sale at $749,900. The classic bungalow is located in the famed Laurelhurst neighborhood, a planned subdivision dating back to 1909 when the layout and look were guided by the national City... Continue Reading →
House Crazy Sarah has had a slow-brewing fondness for American craftsman bungalows over her many years of house-peeping. There's just something about them that is so grounded and quaint. The rich quality and level of craftsmanship.... can we just say it one more time: they don't make houses today like they used to! Such is... Continue Reading →
Spring has sprung at this delightful home! The 1927 bungalow is up for sale in Spartanburg, South Carolina for $365,000. Have a look inside at the immaculate interior... It is very clean and open and those original wood floors just gleam.... but, something is missing. Rugs. The decorator in us all is crying out for... Continue Reading →
In historic St. Augustine Florida, you will find this 1923 craftsman bungalow on the Lake Maria Sanchez waterfront. This picture-perfect cottage is currently for sale for $699,900. That's no small amount for a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom 1,500 square foot home. But, the home is immaculate and has many gorgeous original features. Plus, it's right... Continue Reading →
You'll get your exercise walking up the many steps to this vintage home in Ketchikan, Alaska. But... Those gorgeous views make the climb totally worth it! This craftsman home, perched high on a hill over the town, was built in 1920. It has 5 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms in over 3,000 square feet. It is... Continue Reading →
House Crazy Sarah will be closing on this sweet little gem this week. It has been a bruising road to get to this point, so you'll have to forgive her for not posting as much this summer. She bid on no less than 5 houses and got outbid on every single one - even though... Continue Reading →
How about a good ol' Seattle craftsman house! Located in West Seattle, this wonderfully restored 1917 home is currently for sale. Let's have a look inside... The home features a soothing, natural color palette that blends well with the lush green surroundings. It has a Seattle price tag of $889,000 but is a decent size... Continue Reading →
House Crazy Sarah loves a good Craftsman bungalow! But this 1922 sweetheart departs from the traditional dark, heavy Arts & Crafts style. The blue siding with yellow front door are not typical Craftsman colors, but hey, this is Tampa after all, so we'll embrace it. Inside, the original trim and fireplace have been painted white... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Christmas at Bobbi's Bungalow! A reader sent House Crazy Sarah photos of the time she spent Christmas in this vintage vacation rental. Bobbi’s Bungalow is a wonderfully renovated arts and crafts bungalow located in historic West Liberty, Ohio. It is decorated to reflect the 1920's era, and in these photos, it is adorned... Continue Reading →
Realtors usually recommend that you don't show seasonal decorations in listing photos when your house is for sale, because it dates the listing. But House Crazy Sarah disagrees! She's just drawn to listing photos that depict houses all decked out for the holidays because it shows that the owners CARE FOR and LOVE their precious... Continue Reading →
