A home in Worthington, Ohio, built in 1962, has gained attention on the social media account Zillow Gone Wild, which highlights unique homes on the market across the U.S.
Featured on “mid-century Wednesday,” Zillow Gone Wild’s day for mid-20th-century design, the five-story residence at 230 E. South St. in historic Rush Creek Village was showcased.
“Happy Wednesday. We have never said this before, but here’s a near-perfect FIVE-LEVEL MCM in Worthington, OH, designed by architect Ted Van Fossen (Frank Lloyd Wright inspired), and it’s in ‘one of Ohio’s most architecturally significant communes,’ and it’s currently listed for ONLY $750,000? Are we moving to Worthington? Are we worthy? Hello?” the post read.
Jeffrey Horvath, an architectural photographer and Rush Creek’s resident historian, provided more details to NBC4 about the house and neighborhood. He explained that the 50-home community was conceived by Martha and Richard Wakefield, influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright’s “usonian” ideals. They chose Van Fossen to realize their “organic architecture” vision.
Named the “Tower House” or “Turner House” after its original owners, the home features a stacked design with an entry floor in the middle and bedrooms above and below. Horvath described it as a “jewel box,” noting that its five-floor layout might not suit everyone.
Some comments on the Zillow Gone Wild post criticized the kitchen for being too small, while others appreciated the home’s style and materials.
“With some Pledge and Windex, this will be a fantastic home,” one person wrote. “The listing on Zillow shows way more than the few photos here. The property is stunning.”
Horvath noted that the house could use a thorough cleaning and likely needs a full restoration, potentially costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Despite the expense, he suggested it would be worthwhile to live in the neighborhood, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.
The real estate listing provides additional insights into the home’s features, describing its location as a wooded half-acre with a stream and native landscaping. The property offers indoor-outdoor living with patios, balconies, and two-story windows that flood the space with natural light. It includes three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and two gas fireplaces.
“The home’s thoughtful design maximizes space, privacy, and comfort across its five levels,” the listing states. “Every corner reveals a unique vantage point of the surrounding landscape, delivering a peaceful, nature-immersed experience year-round. This is more than a home, it’s an iconic piece of living history in one of Ohio’s most architecturally significant communities.”
Zillow Gone Wild was created in 2020 by former BuzzFeed social media director Samir Mezreahi. It has since grown to more than one million followers across various platforms.