$4 Million Midcentury Modern ‘Casita’ Complete With a Wacky Circular Kitchen Sends Homebuyers Into a Spin

A midcentury-inspired estate with an entry water feature, groovy ceilings, a curvaceous kitchen, and glass walls in Rancho Mirage, CA, has skyrocketed to the top of the week’s most popular homes list.

Built in 1998, the eye-popping residence surrounded by panoramic mountain views is owned by real estate developer and philanthropists Jerry Fogelson and Bea Keats.

Listed for $3.9 million, the four-bedroom estate also features a resort-inspired pool with dining and living areas, an outdoor kitchen, and a fireplace. A “charming casita” could be used for guest accommodations or transformed into a home office.

Also grabbing attention this week are an affordably priced log home in Illinois, a recently-built California residence sitting atop two 40-foot shipping containers near Joshua Tree National Park, and an ultra-affordable former bar in Philadelphia, seeking a revitalization.

10. 1901 S Roosevelt Blvd Apt 304W, Key West, FL 

Price: $918,000

Why it’s here: It’s a colorful, oceanfront condo with a retro design, offered for under $1 million.

The two-bedroom residence last traded hands in 2017 for $550,000. It returned to the market in 2020 with an original asking price of $589,000 before making the jump to the current $835-per-square-foot asking price. Located across from Smathers Beach in La Brisa Condos, the 1,099-square-foot unit features quartz countertops, retro Big Chill appliances, and a waterfront covered terrace.

The $1,094 monthly HOA fees provide access to a community saltwater pool, saunas, and sports courts.

9. 16101 Moccasin Rnch, La Grange, CA 

Price: $665,000

Why it’s here: It’s a custom StoneMill Log Home with detached workshop and studio nestled on 36 acres of privacy.

Built in 2009 using logs from Tennessee, the three-bedroom residence boasts a 1,652-square-foot, rustic interior with a wood-burning stone fireplace, exposed beams, wide-plank floors made of reclaimed barn wood, and a Quaker Charm stove. The screened porch offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and seasonal creek.

A detached, two-car garage houses a spacious workshop and studio space above that could be used as guest accommodations.

8. 15589 Lee Hwy, Bristol, VA

Price: $5,395,000

Why it’s here: Attention investors: This former motel has already been transformed into 60 studio-style units.

The multifamily property sits on 2.92 acres, conveniently located near the new Hard Rock Casino and Bristol Motor Speedway. Each newly renovated unit features a fresh coat of paint, laminate floors, and modern bathrooms.

The Tri-Cities investment property is also near schools, shopping, and restaurants.

7. 988 Jenne Rd, Reading, VT

Price: $595,000

Why it’s here: It’s a picturesque, wood-shingled residence sited on a picture-perfect New England lot.

Located on nearly 1 acre, the three-bedroom residence built in 1988 has been recently updated to now offer new appliances, solar panels, and a generator. While no interior photos are included, the 2,023-square-foot interior is said to feature “designer built-ins,” a stone fireplace, and a first-floor primary suite with a sitting room.

A second-floor balcony overlooks the private patio providing serene views.

6. 2138 E Gaisor Dr, Crete, IL

Price: $470,000

Why it’s here: This affordably priced log home was custom built for entertaining.

The four-bedroom residence features a fully finished basement with bar, a covered pavilion, multi-tiered decks, and a pond with a waterfall. The 2,882-square-foot interior also offers a two-story living room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, a modern kitchen with updated appliances, and a lower-level family room with access to a spacious patio and an outdoor fireplace.

There is also a two-car attached garage along with a two-car detached garage with a second-floor storage space.

5. 4501 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 

Price: $2,950,000

Why it’s here: It’s a well-preserved Wesley Heights antique that has been thoughtfully modernized over the years.

Built in 1925, the four-bedroom residence with a garden patio was “tastefully updated” by its prior owners. The sellers purchased the property just three years ago for $2.795 million. Highlights found throughout the 4,248-square-foot interior include a kitchen with a separate breakfast nook and a living room with a reading room.

A 600-square-foot addition now offers a sunroom, an enormous primary closet with custom built-ins, and a lower-level entertainment room.

4. 3030 Stonehill Ave, Joshua Tree, CA

Price: $445,000

Why it’s here: It’s a recently built residence sitting atop two 40-foot shipping containers near Joshua Tree National Park.

The elevated residence with solar panels is accessed by a set of exterior stairs that lead up to a spacious Trex deck. Offered fully furnished, the turnkey home has quartz countertops, custom cabinets, and laminate floors.

The uniquely designed, two-bedroom desert oasis sits on 4.49 acres that also feature RV hookups, two fire pit areas, and a fenced pavilion.

3. 5952 Peaks View Rd NE, Scotts Mills, OR

Price: $1,295,000

Why it’s here: It’s a five-bedroom luxury residence on 31.32 acres surrounded by Douglas fir timbers.

No interior photos are included, but the listing says the 2,562-square-foot space features hardwood floors, black walnut counters, and exposed-fir beams. There is also a timber-framed barn with a shop space and a finished second floor.

Also on the property are two greenhouses, a hand-dug root cellar, and a creek.

2. 1601 W Huntingdon St, Philadelphia, PA

Price: $99,900

Why it’s here: This ultra-affordable investment property seeks an investor to revitalize the 2,805-square-foot structure.

The former Hank’s Hunt Room bar located near Temple University in North Philadelphia is easily accessible to public transportation.

Offered as is, the three-story corner property “is in the heart of an exciting and rapidly developing area.”

1. 23 Stephen Ter, Rancho Mirage, CA

Price: $3,900,000

Why it’s here: Philanthropists Jerry Fogelson and Bea Keats are looking to part ways with their four-bedroom luxury estate with “charming casita.”

The 5,422-square-foot residence boasts a welcoming water feature found at the entryway and floor-to-ceiling glass walls that offer a peek inside the modern space. Luxurious details include curved cabinets and ceiling details, a built-in bar, a circular kitchen island, and a home office with garden views.

A backyard oasis features a resort-style pool, an outdoor kitchen, a covered dining area, and a living space with a wood-burning fireplace.