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Tennessee’s only home designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright is on the market - here’s the price tag
By Camruinn Morgan-Rumsey at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WVLT) - For the first time ever, the only house in Tennessee designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright has hit the market. The house sits atop Chattanooga’s Missionary Ridge, and the home’s listing outlines the details of the building. Wright designed it at the reques...
Key takeaway Wright designed it at the request of newlyweds Seamour and Gerte Shavin, and construction finished in 1952.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The listing of Tennessee's only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home has significant implications for the state's architectural heritage. As a unique piece of Tennessee's cultural landscape, the house's sale could potentially lead to a change in ownership that might impact its preservation and maintenance. Given its historical significance, it is crucial that the new owner prioritizes the home's original character and design. The fact that it has been maintained by the original family for over seven decades is a testament to their dedication to preserving Wright's vision. The $1.6 million price tag may attract buyers who appreciate the home's architectural value, but it also raises concerns about the potential for commercialization or alteration of the property. As the sale of this iconic home moves forward, it will be important to monitor how the new owner balances the need to preserve the property's historic integrity with the desire to make it their own.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WVLT) - For the first time ever, the only house in Tennessee designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright has hit the market. The house sits atop Chattanooga’s Missionary Ridge, and the home’s listing outlines the details of the building. Wright designed it at the reques...
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