Sears Kit Homes: A Legacy of American Innovation
The Birth of the Sears Kit Home In 1908, Sears introduced its first specialty catalog, Book of Modern Homes and Building Plans, featuring 22 home styles priced between $650 and $2,500. The goal was to make homeownership accessible through affordable, build-it-yourself kits delivered straight to customers via railroad. Affordability and Accessibility Sears homes were affordable […]