These 14 Unique Houses In Minnesota Will Make You Look Twice… And Want To Go In

Discover unique and intriguing houses in Minnesota, from historic landmarks to sustainable designs.

Once in a while, a house will catch your eye for its uniqueness. There is just something special about its design, color, sustainability factors, or maybe even because it’s terrifying! Minnesota definitely has a few houses that check all of those boxes. Here are some cool houses in MN that you will not only loop back to see again but probably want to explore!

1. This ivy-covered house is absolutely stunning. Can you picture the view from the inside?

2. You may have seen the mansion, but the Glensheen Gardener's house is unique in its own right!

3. Is anyone else slightly terrified of what might be in an abandoned house in the middle of a cornfield?

4. This 2/3 scale replica of the Cambridge Longfellow House in Minneapolis is amazing!

5. It may no longer be pink, but it's still fantastic! From the inside, it might seem strange with the round walls!

6. The F. Scott Fitzgerald House in St. Paul not only has an intriguing exterior but is also a National Landmark!

7. The Addison Foster House in St. Paul has some amazing details that truly make it one-of-a-kind.

8. Minnesotans all know what this unique house is! But how many of you have actually spent time in one? Fishing anyone?

9. The Henry S. and Magdalena Schwedes House in Wabasha looks stately and inspired! I'm sure the interior would be exciting to check out!

10. The James J. Hill House is one of MN's favorite historic mansions to explore. It's definitely amazing inside and out!

11. The Thursten-Schiffman House is full of color!

12. The famed Jackson Meadows development has award-winning design and sustainable living. Wouldn't you love to tour the inside of these homes?!

13. Nothing is more unique than houses on boats! This one is a beauty!

14. This old cabin might just pique your curiosity as your pass by! Think there's anything left inside?

Did you find any cool houses in MN that you’d love to own or visit? Leave a comment and let us know. Or, even better, we’d love it if you played detective and shared pictures of other unique houses you’ve discovered on the Only In Minnesota Facebook Page so we can all enjoy the wonders of Minnesota architecture.

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