On the Market: An Art Nouveau Mansion, the Butterfly House, and More Great Homes for Sale This Week

Each week we round up the latest must-see homes that have just gone up for sale. Stay on top of new listings by signing up for On the Market, Dwell’s weekly real estate newsletter.

Will 2023 Be the Year the Acclaimed Butterfly House Finds a New Owner?

"Recognized worldwide as the Butterfly House, this home has been featured in Architectural Digest, A Century of Style, and Most Beautiful Rooms in the World, among others," says listing agent Shelly Mitchell Lynch. "The winged icon, having gone through a massive renovation and restoration by acclaimed Los Angeles–based designer Jamie Bush, has been celebrated as a landmark architectural treasure, living art, and as a near perfect example of midcentury architecture."

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This Cozy Adirondack Cabin Has Everything You Need—and Nothing You Don’t

"This modern cedar-and-glass getaway sits nestled deep in the woods in Lake Placid, New York, and comes with four-and-a-half acres on Peacock Mountain, bordering APA Wilderness and Chicken Creek," says listen agent Kathleen Fischer. "It has an open floor plan, large sliding-glass doors, and wood floors, walls, and ceilings. This property also has a modern galley kitchen, full bath, midcentury-inspired fireplace, and comes with solar-electric power."

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A Rejuvenated 1960s Courtyard House Springs Up in London for £885K

"This striking three-bedroom, single-story house has been artfully reimagined by Niki Borowiecki," say listing agents at The Modern House. "Exacting attention to detail paired with a refined material palette has established polished living spaces connected to one another and the outdoors. A central courtyard, teeming with greenery, draws light deep within the house throughout the day and serves as a sociable garden at the center of the house. The cafes, restaurants, and parks of Crystal Palace and Gipsy Hill are a short walk away."

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A Denver Midcentury Lists for the First Time in 40 Years

"This midcentury-modern masterpiece, nestled amongst beautiful mature trees is now available after 40 years. As featured in Midcentury-Modern Homes of Denver, this architectural and structural example of expressionism with classic post-and-beam styling must be seen by those looking for a very special opportunity," says listing agent Janet Kritzer. "The spacious rooms with vaulted ceilings and clerestory windows are filled with original custom wood paneling and cabinetry, and walls of windows across the entire back of the home lead to covered patios on two sides. There is an additional bedroom with en-suite bath, two powder rooms, and a large laundry area, as well as a finished basement with a nonconforming bedroom and three-quarter bathroom."

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Los Angeles’s Legendary "Castle" Hits the Market at $9.9M

"Almost two acres of gardens and landscape surround celebrated architect A.F. Leicht’s grand art nouveau mansion overlooking panoramic city views from downtown to the ocean. Indescribable interior details emanate from Egyptian-inspired geometric pillars and repeating arched passageways overlooked by curving gilded ceilings," say listing agents Daria Greenbaum and Steve Sawaii. "Public rooms inspire awe—from the majestic two-story living room to the octagonal lounge/study rooms with endless windows surveying the private acreage. Private bedroom suites are perfectly arranged for guests or family. Historic pedigree of ownership and residents include legendary performers of the ’60s music revolution, recent headline musicians, oil industry heirs, and recognized artists."

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