1321 Orkney Drive

1321 Orkney Drive is a rare Water Hill offering where authentic Mid-Century Modern architecture, mature trees, and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces come together just minutes from downtown Ann Arbor. This 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home blends timeless design with modern comfort. Clerestory windows, glass block accents, rich natural oak, cork slate, and hardwood flooring, custom built-ins, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling slate fireplace create warmth and architectural character throughout. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light, while multiple living spaces offer flexibility for entertaining, working from home, relaxing, or hosting guests. The original 1967 cabinetry was preserved to maintain the home’s authentic Mid-Century Modern character, while updated countertops, flooring, and appliances blend vintage charm with modern functionality. Outside, the private backyard feels like a hidden retreat with stone retaining walls, lush perennial gardens, a beautiful brick-paver patio space, and low-maintenance landscaping designed for quiet mornings, coffee on the screened porch, or evenings spent entertaining under the trees. Located within walking distance to Hunt Park, Bird Hills Nature Area, Kerrytown, and downtown Ann Arbor, this is the kind of architecturally distinctive home buyers wait years to find.