Who doesn’t love some mid-century modern architecture? There are plenty of reasons why this is style is so popular. This type of home was built between the years of 1945-1980. Mid-Century Modern is marked by an open and spacious floor plan, extensive use of windows which forges a deep connection to nature. This style is marked by simplicity and urges people to go outside. This architecture was so unique at the hime because it was the first time ever homes were built with wood, steel, aluminum and stucco.
Two noteworthy Mid-Century Modern neighborhoods are located south of Denver in Englewood and Littleton. Both neighborhoods are currently a historic district in the National Register of Historic Places and it can feel like you are taking a trip down memory lane when you enter.
Arapaho Hills: Located in Littleton and homes are bound between Lowell on the east, Manitou on the west, Berry on the south and Arrowhead on the north. The neighborhood consists of 56 mid-century modern homes and are situated on a hillside and oriented on their lots to take advantage of southern and western exposures for solar heating and eastern views of the plains. Edward Hawkins and Clyde Mannon were the architects and builders of this neighborhood and are reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian houses. Since the neighborhood is so small, only five homes have sold in the last year at an average sales price of $580,000.
Arapaho Acres: Located in Englewood and bounded by East Bates & East Dartmouth Avenues, and South Marion & South Franklin Street. Built from 1949 to 1957, the first 20 homes were built by architect, Eugene Sternberg until Edward Hawkins took over contracting the remaining homes. Hawkins built custom homes here often with walkout basements. More than twice the size of it’s sister, this neighborhood has a total of 124 homes. Only six homes have sold in the past year with an average purchase price of $480,000.
Both of these neighborhoods are perfect for the MCM fan. This style of home still lends itself nicely with our current lifestyle. Take a look at other Mid-Century Modern homes on the market in metro Denver…
Liz is broker and owner of Liz Daigle Realty.
