Related: 13 Smart Ways to Invest in Your House The calculation does not factor in the cost of Barbie’s hoverboard , another new product introduced by Mattel at the toy show.

Still, the one thing that Barbie never aspired to was going broke, which just might happen if you decide to build a real-life doll house. Here’s why you might want to rethink building that ...

1962. Cardboard Fantasy. Barbie’s first home, a cardboard ranch house that unfolded from a case, is strikingly masculine, with its bold plaids and midcentury wood grains.

Keep reading to see how Barbie's house has evolved over the years. 01 of 12. 1962 Barbie Dreamhouse . 1962 Barbie Dreamhouse. Mattel inc. Barbie's first house was released in 1962 and sold for $4.44.