Let's talk about a house that holds a special place in pop culture history: the iconic Brady Bunch house. It seems fitting that someone named Brady would want to own it, right? But guess what? That didn't happen. Instead, Maureen McCormick, the actress who played Marcia Brady, revealed she had her eye on the home—until things got competitive. At 62 years old (yes, how is that even possible?), Maureen expressed her interest in purchasing the house that served as the exterior for the beloved sitcom from 1969 to 1974.

Maureen’s Interest in the Brady Bunch House

When the news broke that the Brady Bunch house was hitting the market back in July, Maureen didn't hesitate to express her desire to own it. In a candid interview with People, she shared her thoughts on the matter. "When I first heard the house was up for sale, I genuinely thought, 'Wow, I'd love to buy that house,'" Maureen said. "But then reality set in. Once I realized how many people were vying for it, including big names like Lance Bass from NSYNC and HGTV, I knew I couldn't compete. It was just overwhelming."

Auction Frenzy and the Final Outcome

As the bidding war intensified, Maureen watched from the sidelines. HGTV ultimately emerged victorious, securing the property for a reported $1.5 million. Despite missing out, Maureen remains optimistic. "When all the craziness unfolded, I thought, 'Man, I can't even compete with the onslaught of people who want this house,'" she admitted. "But honestly, I'm okay with it. If I wasn't going to win, I'm glad it went to HGTV."

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What Happens Next for the Brady Bunch House?

Both Maureen and Lance Bass expressed relief that the house ended up in good hands. Lance even took to Twitter to voice his approval: "HGTV??! Aw man. I'd be pretty upset if it were anyone else, but how can you be mad at HGTV?? My television is stuck on that channel. Kudos HGTV, I know you will do the right thing with the house. That was always my biggest worry. I can smile again." Maureen echoed similar sentiments, telling the magazine, "If anyone’s gonna redo that house, who could be more perfect than HGTV? I’m a big fan of their network. I’m sure that they will do a great job."

Exciting Plans for the Iconic Home

Here's the best part: HGTV plans to bring the Brady Bunch house back to life through a reality series documenting its renovation. Fans will get an inside look at the transformation, including whether they'll restore it to its '70s TV glory, complete with astroturf and all. This project promises to be a nostalgic journey for viewers who grew up loving the Brady family. Stay tuned for more updates!