Renovated 1979 Michigan Concrete Dome Listed for $499,900 After $87,000 Purchase

In Brighton, Michigan, a 1979 concrete dome residence that was purchased for $87,000 three years ago has been transformed from a crumbling shell into a modern 2,457-square-foot home listed at $499,900. The original structure, built by a local contractor as his own house, had darkened exterior walls, water-damaged interiors, torn carpet and collapsed ceiling panels. Renovation work added soaring ceilings, a two-storey living area with a sunken conversation pit, a wood-burning fireplace, round windows, skylights, and a circular staircase leading to loft-style bedrooms.

The kitchen now features custom curved cabinets, concrete countertops, a farmhouse sink, stainless appliances and restored Japanese floor tiles, while sustainable materials and high-efficiency systems improve energy performance. Set on a fenced 1.15-acre lot backing onto woodland, the property backs onto the General Motors Proving Ground and is a ten-minute drive from downtown Milford’s arts scene. Listing agent Carie Peregord highlighted the home’s unique character and appeal to buyers seeking unconventional, energy-efficient living spaces.