Imagine a house so iconic that its destruction became a symbol of heavy metal rebellion. That’s exactly what’s going up for auction tomorrow, October 14th—the infamous Iowa home from Slipknot’s 2004 Duality music video. But here’s where it gets controversial: Is this a piece of music history worth preserving, or just another foreclosed property? Located at 1050 16th St. in West Des Moines, this three-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom house was the chaotic backdrop for one of metal’s most unforgettable videos. Fans smashed windows, tore down ceilings, and turned the living room into a mosh pit while the band performed—a scene that’s been immortalized with over 1 billion Spotify streams and 463 million YouTube views. Sitting on 0.77 acres, the property was assessed at $336,400 this year, though Zillow estimates its value at $307,800. And this is the part most people miss: The house was foreclosed on in January after its owners defaulted on a $141,403.82 mortgage dating back to 2005. Now, it’s headed for auction, leaving fans and historians alike wondering: What’s next for this piece of metal lore? Should it be restored as a shrine to Slipknot’s legacy, or is its fate sealed as just another forgotten property? Let’s spark a debate—what do you think should happen to this legendary house? Share your thoughts in the comments!
