The American house style which was popular from the mid-1890's up to the late 1930's,known as American Foursquare, has been an iconic symbol of American life and its unending evolution. In the following article of Steven Randel, he reported the historical significance of the said architectural housing design.
Roots of Style: The Eclectic American Foursquare
Contemporary for its time, the American Foursquare home design fit a nation transitioning to modern architecture at the turn of the 20th century. It began as an economical option to Victorian-era designs, which had complex floor plans laden with elaborate details that had become more expensive to build. The Foursquare's efficiently stacked rectangular layout, with two floors and an attic, as well as a basement in most cases, was optimal for homebuyers of the day. The theme spread quickly, reaching most areas of the U.S. and Canada as contemporary life beckoned. Read full article...
The foursquare has indeed been part of the American history. However, because of its old structure and seeminly irrelevant architectural design, more and more individuals are selling or even abandoning their foursquare houses.
However, the old looks of the house can be remedied through restoration or remodelling. But if you will be insisting of selling the said property, it would be good to have enough knowledge of its current value. The said house is worth more than what you may think of. In the report of Jackie Craven, he made mention of the value that the four square may provide to buyer:
The American Foursquare
Some Foursquare houses are considered vernacular subtypes of the Prairie style. Sided in concrete block or earth-toned stucco, they have wide eaves and long porches with thick, square pillars. Other Foursquare homes are distant cousins with only the low roof and boxy shape suggesting Wright's original vision. However, all Foursquare houses were built to meet the housing needs for a new century and changing lifestyles. Today, these uncomplicated, solidly built homes continue to express values many buyers seek... Read original text...
For better estimate of the real current value of your property, it would be wise to consult first some expert real estate agents.
