Marc Brown wrote half his books at Martha's Vineyard estate, then sold it for $6.4m
Marc Brown, the creator of Arthur, along with his wife, has sold their beloved Martha's Vineyard estate for a substantial $6.4 million. This historic property, meticulously restored over thirty-seven years, was a sanctuary for Brown's creativity, where he penned half the Arthur books. With this sale, they conclude a significant chapter in their lives and have already acquired a new home in New…
Arthur creator Marc Brown and his wife, artist Laurene “Laurie” Krasny Brown, have sold their Martha’s Vineyard estate for $6.4 million after owning and restoring it for 37 years. Listed for $6.9 million in 2025, the 7.8-acre property was initially purchased for $700,000 in 1988, according to property records. The estate underwent significant restoration throughout the years, with Brown and Laurie investing millions of dollars to transform the historic 1730s farm into a modern family home and creative retreat.
The couple spent years renovating the main residence, a renovated antique farmhouse with five bedrooms and four bathrooms, as well as a saltwater swimming pool, a two-bedroom pool house, and artist studios above a garage. The property’s connection to Brown’s beloved children’s book series, Arthur, is particularly noteworthy, as he wrote about half of the books there. This adds a unique historical aspect to the estate, as it became part of the creative story behind the popular franchise.
Brown and Laurie originally listed the property for $6.9 million in July 2025 before reducing the price to $6.495 million. The property sold for $6.4 million in June 2026, marking the end of the Browns’ 37-year connection to Martha’s Vineyard. They are now focusing their attention on another restoration project in New York’s Hudson Valley, where they plan to purchase and restore a new home.
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