Szeged’s hidden gem: Hungarian Nobel laureate Szent-Györgyi’s enigmatic villa on sale – PHOTOS

The former home of Hungarian Nobel laureate Albert Szent-Györgyi, nestled in Újszeged, is now for sale. This storied villa, where the famed scientist lived during World War II, boasts four rooms, two kitchens, and rich historical intrigue. Situated near the Tisza River, this unique property captures the legacy of a Nobel Prize winner and his vibrant life, making it a gem for history enthusiasts and real estate seekers alike.

Hungarian Nobel laureate’s villa on the market

As Index writes, the former villa of Hungarian Nobel laureate Albert Szent-Györgyi, located in Újszeged, is on the market for HUF 195 million (EUR 474,204), nearly double the local average property price. This historic home, where Szent-Györgyi lived between 1940 and 1945, sits on Szent-Györgyi Albert Street near the Tisza River and Liget Park. The 117-square-metre brick house, set on a 1,016-square-metre plot, includes four rooms, two bathrooms, two kitchens, and a 34.4-square-metre outbuilding. The sentimental value of the property, marked by a commemorative plaque and its association with the renowned scientist, enhances its appeal, though neither the Szeged municipality nor the University of Szeged have expressed interest in acquiring it.

Here are some photos of the villa:

An “extra Nobel Prize”

Szeged is rich with legends about the vibrant life and adventures of Hungarian Nobel laureate Albert Szent-Györgyi. In 1939, two years after receiving the Nobel Prize, he hosted a distinguished gathering featuring actress Ella Gombaszögi, who noted his resemblance to 1930s German actor Hans Albers—a compliment he humorously dubbed his “extra Nobel Prize.” Szent-Györgyi met his first wife, Kornélia Demény, in 1916, marrying the intelligent and accomplished woman the following year. Together, they built a successful life until their divorce 24 years later.