Wood was inspired and hastily sketched the house before returning to Cedar Rapids to create American Gothic. The mansion still remains today, and thousands of people visit it each year. It is located at 809 13th Street SW in Cedar Rapids. The home features a distinctive gabled roof with crossbeams and deep overhangs. Large black shutters line the outside of the house, giving it a sinister appearance. Inside, the house is decorated with dark wood furniture and there are several paintings by Grant that show his interest in Gothic architecture and art. American Gothic became so popular that other artists began creating their own versions of the piece. These include William Tunstall Jr.'s 1872 painting titled The Last Home Before Bedtime, which is in the collection of the New York Public Library. Grant's popularity increased after his death when his estate sold more than 300 pieces of artwork for $1 million ($10 million in 2017 dollars). The money was used to establish the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Even though the American Gothic house no longer stands, it has become an icon of Cedar Rapids and Iowa. In addition to being one of the most photographed buildings in the state, it is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.