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Tiny home built to weather large storms hits the Oklahoma market. See it for yourself

Exterior of the house
Exterior of the house Screen grab from Realtor

Everyone who lives in the Midwest understands the weather can sometimes be unforgiving and even deadly. Some people scramble to find sturdy houses or ones with storm bunkers.

But sometimes the homes can look like a survivalist from the forest lives there.

Property grounds
Property grounds Screen grab from Realtor

Enter this house for sale in Luther, Oklahoma, for $314,000, which is a mix of a minimalist’s dream that doesn’t forgo style — or safety.

Family room
Family room Screen grab from Realtor

“This truly unique architect-designed home is located on 5 acres and offers a wealth of possibilities for the discerning buyer,” the listing on Realtor.com says. “The home has been thoughtfully tailored with luxurious interior finishes to create the ultimate Airbnb experience while also providing an ideal opportunity for those seeking a minimalist lifestyle without compromising on opulence and details. Conveniently located within a 3-mile radius of three highly regarded wedding venues, this property holds immense potential for hosting special events.”

Kitchen
Kitchen Screen grab from Realtor

The 830-square-foot home comes complete with one bedroom, one bathroom and a storm shelter that can fit up to 10 people. It also has the following features:

  • Heated/cooled storage container

  • Motion detection lights inside and out

  • So much more

It was engineered for wind shear and for high energy efficiency,” listing agent Mike Schwerdtfeger told Realtor.com. “They recessed all of the baseboards so the baseboards don’t protrude out into the room like a normal home.”

Bedroom
Bedroom Screen grab from Realtor

The serenity of nature also captivates all around the acreage of the home, including trees, wildlife and a pond.

Luther is about 25 miles northeast of Oklahoma City.

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This story was originally published June 26, 2023 at 11:11 AM with the headline "Tiny home built to weather large storms hits the Oklahoma market. See it for yourself."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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