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112-Year-Old Home Moved Six Miles for Family Legacy
14 Oct
Summary
- A 112-year-old North Dakota home was moved six miles to new family farmland.
- The house connects five generations of one family with the other's grandparents' land.
- The entire project is estimated to cost between $340,000 and $380,000.
A 112-year-old home, originally built in 1914, has undergone a remarkable six-mile relocation to new farmland in North Dakota. This ambitious project by JaSondra and Jason Schmidt unites their family histories, preserving JaSondra's ancestral home while allowing their family to settle on land tied to Jason's grandparents.
The relocation fulfilled a long-held dream for the couple, who had been searching for a historic house to renovate. A chance Facebook comment in late 2025 led JaSondra to her great-great-grandfather's house, which she had known about since childhood. After a lengthy search and several setbacks, the couple secured the property, with relatives agreeing to sell to ensure its preservation.
Simultaneously, the couple was presented with the opportunity to purchase Jason's father's farmstead, which bordered their existing land. This decision was influenced by family health circumstances and the desire to consolidate their family's presence. Their new home, measuring approximately 30 by 60 feet, was meticulously lifted and moved, requiring extensive work on its foundation and basement.
The intricate process of moving the house involved navigating utility lines and was witnessed by approximately 20 relatives. The move itself incurred costs of around $40,000, with the basement and foundation requiring over $110,000. The couple is currently working to restore original details, with the total project cost estimated between $340,000 and $380,000.
