Holding their value
Connecticut Real Estate Brokerage Featured on ABC News 11/10/21. “They’re unique designs and don’t always appeal to the average homebuyer,” says Steve Schappert, owner of Connecticut Real Estate Brokerage LLC. in Litchfield County, Connecticut, and director of the Connecticut Art Gallery in Thomaston. “But that’s kind of the point for buyers who are after something that’s unique,” adds Schappert, who has spent four decades in Connecticut real estate. A trained building analyst, he’s also built a dozen homes in the state.
“Midcentury architecture, especially in Connecticut, will appeal to a certain kind of buyer who sees value in owning a piece of architectural history,” he says. “It’s just as important to them as finding a comfortable home to live in.”
For many, the attraction goes beyond square footage or resale value. It’s about clean lines, open layouts, and an integration with nature that traditional colonials and capes often lack. These modernist gems, tucked into rolling hills and wooded lots, showcase an era when architects weren’t afraid to push boundaries. Buyers who gravitate toward these properties often see themselves as custodians of art, design, and culture—not just homeowners. In Litchfield, that blend of rural beauty and modernist vision creates a niche market where passion and lifestyle matter as much as price. Increasingly, buyers are looking for homes that reflect their identity and values, not just their budgets. For them, investing in midcentury modern design means preserving history, embracing innovation, and living in a space that inspires daily life.
