American Foursquare Houses in the News

Last Updated on March 19, 2024

Since 2018 I’ve been following American Foursquare houses in the news to learn more about the architecture type of house. I was inspired to learn more when my husband and I bought one in 2012 and discovered it was called a Foursquare while researching its history.

What have I learned?

  • That Foursquares are making the news from coast to coast, and in-between;
  • The charm of foursquare homes are being celebrated through house tours;
  • Homeowners are rehabilitating and restoring the character of these beautiful homes;
  • And they are winning preservation awards for their efforts;
  • Foursquares for sale vastly differ in size and price – from $200k to almost $2m;
  • Were or currently owned by a diverse group of influential people;
  • Local groups are passionately fighting against the demolitions of Foursquares;
  • Larger foursquares have been converted to charming Bed and Breakfasts; and
  • Foursquares homes (and churches!) have inspired the arts, music, and literature scene

Below is a list of articles I’ve discovered through Google Alerts by year. I’ve tried to weed out those articles that require a paid subscription to read, but I may have missed one or two!

Foursquare Houses in the news (compilation of news articles)

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BTW – if you want to learn more about the architecture and history behind these beautiful homes, be sure to check out What is a Foursquare House?

2021 Foursquare Houses in the News

Interested in learning more about celebrities and influencers like Country Music singer/producer Jerry Reed and Foursquares? Click the image below.

2020 Foursquare Houses in the News

Want to learn more about Foursquares in American culture, like music, sewing and art? Click image below to learn more.

Read a review of “House Lessons” in the post 10 Perfect Books for Old House Enthusiasts

2019 Foursquare Houses in the News

Ready for a road trip? Visit these American Foursquare B&Bs and Vacation Rentals located throughout the USA by clicking the image below….

Sears wasn’t the only mail order catalog to offer Foursquare kit houses. Click the image below to learn about the company that sold more kit houses than Sears…

2018 Foursquare Houses in the News

The American Foursquare house and Motown share history. Click on the image below to learn more.

Sometimes rehabilitations include additions. Click the image below to see 20+ unique additions to Foursquare homes.

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