T
he Aqua Star floating mansion, a Willamette River fixture in the 1980s disco era, has undergone a transformation. Gone are the bold leopard-print countertops and mustard-yellow leather couch; instead, the interior features a soothing palette of blue, white, and natural wood. The asking price for this unique landmark, moored at Sundance Marinas' Harbor 1 Marina on the Columbia River, has dropped to $999,000 from its original $1,350,000.

    The 2,737-square-foot house, wrapped in non-rusting anodized aluminum, includes furnishings and offers unobstructed views of the river. "Simply stunning and never to be recreated," says listing broker Daniel Comfort with Galene Buchholz of MORE Realty. Investor alert: Airbnb and short-term rentals are allowed in the marina.

    The Aqua Star's history dates back to its original owner, designer and builder Buzz Gorder, who anchored his shiny residence at the Oregon Yacht Club moorage on the Willamette River. The one-of-a-kind floating house has been featured on HGTV's "Extreme Homes" and in the 1993 movie "Hear No Evil." Its unique design, including silos in the roofline and reflecting stainless steel-slatted ceilings, has been preserved by its current owners.

    The renovation celebrates period elements like the nickel wood-burning fireplace while introducing modern touches such as vertical mahogany accent boards and LED lighting. The grand foyer retains the original curved staircase, now modernized with a backlit hand railing and cascading chandelier. A high-end chef's kitchen, backlit wet bar, and open dining space are among the many amenities.