Beacon Hill 3-2 Craftsman Bungalow

Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes Architectural Analysis By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D. 1001 W. Mulberry Avenue, a unique Arts and Crafts style bungalow resides on a street softly shaded by a line of Reblado Oaks. A sheltering shingle roof composed of two font-facing gables and a cross gable at the back is supported by exposed rafters and triangular knee braces. A handsome red brick chimney punctuates the roofline on the western side of the house. Unusual in a bungalow of this era is the exposure of the wrap-around porch to the sky, allowing the trees and the extended eaves of the roof to provide the shade from the Texas sun and plenty of light to enter the window-filled sunroom/study at the front of the house. The exterior of the bungalow is clad in an artistic pattern of shingles, probably originally exposed cedar. This look recalls the Shingle Style Victorian that originated in New England in the late 19th century. These homes had compact horizontal volumes clad in ornamental patterns of weathering shingles and accentuated by white trim around the windows and doors. The use of the shingles reflected, at the time, a renewed interest in Colonial American architecture. Gustav Stickley was the first to adapt the shingle style to the smaller scale bungalow, with his innovate turn-of-the-century Arts and Crafts style. Today, the artistic shingle pattern is clearly visible and is painted two beautiful shades of sage green. The window and door trim remains creamy white, however the door and screen panels are painted a contrasting rust orange. The windows panes are composed of a grid of small rectangular glass and wood trim panels, which are echoed in the numerous French doors that divide the spaces of the house, as well as the glass doors to the bookshelves on either side of the living room fireplace. This sets the tone of a hand-crafted house. Extensive trimwork and crown molding give a touch of elegance to the walls and ceilings, as well as several unique light fixtures in the living and dining rooms. These metal light fixtures have the patina of pewter and several of the globes are milk glass. The original dual push-button light switches, a form popular before the toggle switch was invented, have been replaced with replicas, except that they now have the dimmer option. The large eat-in kitchen harkens back to an earlier era, with its working 1941 Chambers gas stove (check out the numerous stovetop and oven control knobs), original cabinetry and glass cabinet doors, deep ceramic sink, and hexagonal tile on the kitchen counters. The size of the kitchen and its original wood paneling wainscot give it the feel of an American farmhouse kitchen. As an added touch of character, an old-fashioned telephone and temperature-clock grace the kitchen walls. Architectural Analysis with Photos MLS Market Snapshot Greetings! This is one of those houses. You may know what I'm talking about... It is simply gorgeous. Amazing, really. Check out the interior photos to see what I mean. And, as usual, I am sharing it with you before it goes out to the MLS. Consider passing this on to your friends and co-workers who love these solid, experienced, chunky lovable old bungalows. If they are shopping, they can have a peek before the whole world hears about it. We are here for you, your family & anyone else you care about. Joe Barfield 210-745-0892 Real Estate Consultants Specializing in Homes of Character & History The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Beacon Hill 3-2 Craftsman Bungalow - $210,000 Living Room A stunning refurbished Craftsman Bungalow in Beacon Hill. 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms - $210,000 1,942 square feet See the Virtual Tour Built in 1920. Covered parking. SAISD - Beacon Hill Elementary Central heating and air-conditioning. Family room, living room, dining room and breakfast nook. Laundry area inside Located in San Antonio Independent School District. Convenient to Trinity University, San Antonio College, Brackenridge Park and downtown San Antonio. What else is Nearby? View the Map Walkable Neighborhood Beacon Hill is a wonderful array of architectural styles with the finest neighbors. It is wonderful in that you are 8 minutes from downtown, a dash to Trinity University or San Antonio College, and I-10 or Fredricksburg Road can zip you up to USAA, The Med Center, or UTSA (downtown or 1604). Brackenridge Park beckons to the East while Woodlawn Lake is a skip to the West. What a great location! You have San Antonio's top burgers within a half mile, including Chris Madrid's and The Cove. Vegetarian? Try Green Restaurant or The Cove. It is located in San Antonio ISD with some great schools nearby including Aspire Academy, Monte Vista Montessori and the Keystone School. Some Wonderful Memories Sun Room The current owner, Margaret Mitchell, shares her favorite memories of 1001 W. Mulberry Avenue. La Fonda is my favorite restaurant. I love Alicia, the hostess, who has been there since I was a kid and I love the food and atmosphere. I also love Shiraz, the Persian restaurant on Olmos Circle- fantastic food... Old # 7 is my favorite dish there. Rashin, the owner of Shiraz, comes to your table and makes sure everything was great. The neighbors are great and easy access to everywhere- downtown, I 10, 281, I 35. Hawthorne Elementary is run by Trinity University people and neighbors report good things about the school and have happy children there. Private schools in the neighborhood are Keystone, San Antonio Academy and St. Anthony's. The neighbors- It is a real community of interesting and caring people. If you need help, you get help. Long term friendships remain even among people who have left the street- I intend to maintain my friendships on Mulberry. Watching Zachary buy paletas from the paleta man- listening for that bell! Sitting on my front porch or someone's front porch after work and chatting about anything. Max and Greg's Epiphany party and Ruben and Lucy's Fourth of July party and impromptu parties at the Lavens. Waking up and hearing the birds. Showing off my 1941 Chambers stove that is tremendous while cooking a huge meal at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Having the house painted and then having it in the Beacon Hill Calendar. Discovering the 1920 real estate section of the San Antonio Light in the back of medicine cabinet mirror and seeing our neighborhood "new". Fifty people crammed in the kitchen at my house talking, laughing and having a great time. Pat cutting Zach's hair in the kitchen, having a beer on the Laven's front porch, celebrating new babies, pancakes at Trish and Harry's. Zachary saying his first words the morning of Feb. 3, 2004 in his bedroom and some months later standing in the front lawn in a glowing pink sunset and pointing and saying his first sentence, "Sun go night-night!" Zach's first Christmas Planting flowers, mowing with a quiet push mower and having everyone make fun of me. Please don't hesitate to respond to this email or call me or my team if you or someone you know might be interested in this home. Sincerely, Joe Barfield The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Realty homes@joebarfield.com 210-745-0892 www.SanAntonioVintageHomes.com www.JoesListings.Blogspot.com- Architectural History Blog www.SAMusicAndArt.com- Art, Music & Architecture Newsletter What are houses selling for near my home? The architectural write-up is provided by Dr. Roff. Any reference to families is strictly academic. The Joe Barfield Group embraces all Equal Opportunity Housing Laws. © Copyright 2008 All rights Reserved, Joe Barfield.

Monte Vista 3-1 Craftsman Bungalow - $175,000

Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes Architectural Analysis By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D. This sweet little bungalow on 504, Mulberry, near Trinity University, was once owned by two women, who owned the house for most of its life. Built in 1937, on the tail end of the Depression Era, it lacks some signature details of a true Craftsman bungalow, however the arrangement of its plan, a few interior details, and its roof demonstrate the design of an architect who was very familiar with the Arts and Crafts Style. A prominent portico extends from the center of the front façade, and pairs of windows are arranged symmetrically to each side. The house's most dramatic characteristic is the shape of the roof, a half-hip, and the miniaturized version echoed in the smaller roof sheltering the entry portico. The half-hip roof is essentially a gabled roof, but the end point of the gable is replaced by a small hip (a fold). This style of roof came in vogue in the U.S. in the early 20th century, when designers of the Arts and Crafts movement were intrigued with Japanese design. Americans first direct contact with Japanese design came about with the construction of several Japanese pavilions at the Philadelphia Centennial in 1876 and the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893. The exquisite craftsmanship and clean-cut forms of these buildings drew tremendous attention, and the practicality of the deeply extended eaves of both gabled and half-hip roofs were quickly understood. The Japanese roof, like our house on Mulberry, utilized exposed rafters to provide support for the deeply extended eaves. The extended eaves of the half-hip roof offers a greater degree of protection from the sun and inclement weather to the walls, windows and interior space below; greater than the simple gabled end. The chimney on the west side of the house has a whimsical curve, as seen in other bungalows nearby, and literally punctuates the roofline. The classical columns, and definitely the front door, are later additions, not in keeping with Arts and Crafts decor. However, the interior arrangement of the living room is almost classic. A central fireplace with a shifting pattern of bricks is flanked on each side by a double-hung window with a bookcase and a window seat below. The square-shaped window to the left is more traditional; indicating that perhaps the window seat and longer window design to the right may be a later renovation. The kitchen retains its original cabinetry but has been updated with modern appliances. The cabinetry, walls and trim have been painted in beautiful shades of green and white that highlight the outline of the former wall's wainscot. The built-in ironing board niche has now been turned into an enclosed space for shallow shelves. Other details worthy of note throughout the house are the extensive window and door moldings and the numerous versions of cut-glass door knobs and bronze door knobs and hinges, all original to the construction of the house. The shiny black and gold chandelier in the dining room is probably an addition from the 1970s. Architectural Analysis with Photos MLS Market Snapshot Greetings! Mint green bungalows look better in person. If you are a bungalow-type of fellow (or fella!) then you won't let the funny hue of my photos bother you. This is a handsome house! Speaking of you- who do you know who would want to hear about a fantastic, updated Craftsman Bungalow across the street from Trinity? The floors are refinished, the electrical is updated, new bath, updated wiring plus central air. It has the goods. Plus the mature tree canopy over the back deck is gorgeous! We haven't put 504 E. Mulberry on MLS yet, so there is a nice casual (short) courting opportunity here for your friends and co-workers you share this with. Monte Vista is getting mighty expensive, so this may be the last of the "Gosh I shoulda bought it back thens." Don't let this one slip away without a peek. We are here for you, your family & anyone else you care about. Joe Barfield 210-745-0892 Real Estate Consultants Specializing in Homes of Character & History The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Monte Vista 3-1 Craftsman Bungalow - $175,000 Living Room A great, recently updated Craftsman Bungalow in Historic Monte Vista. With the Trinity University right across the street! 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom - $175,000 1,278 square feet See the Virtual Tour Built in 1937. Garage parking. Central heating and air-conditioning. Family room, living room and dining room. Laundry area inside Great mature tree canopy overhead. Large backyard & patio. Refinished hardwood floors & paint in August. Electrical updates - grounded, GFIs, etc. Covered storage area next to garage. Trinity University is right across the street! Located in San Antonio Independent School District. Convenient to Trinity University, Central Market, SA Zoo and the Sunken Gardens. What else is Nearby? View the Map Walkable Neighborhood Monte Vista is a charming historic district located 1.5 miles north of downtown San Antonio. Trinity University is right across the street. The Brackenridge Park is within a mile. University of the Incarnate Word and UTSA are also located in close proximity. Landa Library, Central Market, SA Zoo and Sunken Gardens are all located within 2 miles. The neighborhood has great restaurants including Demo's Greek Food, La Fonda on Main, Panchitos, Pig Stands, WD Deli and Chris Madrid's, known for their famous burgers. It is located in the San Antonio ISD with some great schools including the new Monte Vista Montessori School and Keystone School. San Antonio Museum of Art and Witte Museum are located close by. Some Wonderful Memories Back Deck with Aroboreal Canopy Justin shares his favorite memories of 504, E. Mulberry Avenue. My wife and I fell in love with Alamo Cafe about a decade ago. It wasn't nearly as busy or large as the one on 281/Bitters. However, every time we return we go over there to have the beef fajitas for two. If you don't mind sitting at the bar you can get great service and fajitas in under 10 minutes. Other than 'Mo Cafe, we really enjoy Bombay's Bicycle Club. The burgers and food are good, but we generally go for the social aspect. Drinks are reasonably priced and there is a ton of Trinity memorabilia hanging on the walls. The best part about living on the street is the closeness to everything. For a student, professor or administrator, you are literally a block away from south campus. It is extremely easy access from the highway and simple to tell friends how to get to your place. However, if you are not involved with Trinity it is still only several miles to downtown, a couple of miles from the park and very close to anything you want or need to do (airport, shopping center, major interstates, etc) I have memories of walking across the street to see some of the best soccer in the nation. The field has gone through some transformations since I was in college but now Trinity hosts NCAA events. It is very rare that you can just walk to an event like this for free and watch some amazing athletes. Other than Trinity, there are several large universities in the area, UTSA, Incarnate Word, etc. On the other side of 281 is an awesome Brackenridge Park. As a student we would go over to the Sunken Gardens to enjoy concerts and other events. In addition, the golf course is going through a major renovation and would be ready shortly. We love sitting out on the back porch and relaxing. You can do everything from read the paper to cook on the grill. It is generally very quiet in the backyard and there is plenty of room for children, animals or even a garden. You are so close to downtown that trips to the Riverwalk are a must. We tried to go about once a month to see a movie, go to the comedy club, just walk around downtown and along the river. It has grown tremendously over the past 15 years that it is really enjoyable to see San Antonio growing as a city. Heading over to the driving range or playing golf at Brackenridge Park. Although currently under renovation, it was always relatively inexpensive and a fun course to play. The changes look awesome. If you like nightlife, St. Mary's street has gone through some significant changes. As a student, we used to go to Tycoon Flats. However, it has now gone by the wayside and other bars and restaurants have grown, including Joey's. You don't have to be a student or even an alumni to enjoy the walking/jogging tracks at Trinity University. They have tracks on both upper and lower campus. Unlike running on concrete, they are much better on your knees and thus more enjoyable to run/walk on. Although you are near the heart of a major city, you don't feel it. Since Monte Vista was recognized as a historical district, little has changed in the way of the "quaintness". There are sidewalks so you can walk around the neighborhood and see other homes built in the 20s and 30s. Overall the neighbors are friendly but unobtrusive. Heading down to the Central Market to hear Lucky McLain (neighbor in Blue house) play in a band at lunchtime. It was Hawaiian themed. Had a couple of beers and hung outside listening to the cool sounds of surfing music My mother and I personally fixed up the house together. She came down for a week and we worked on the house solidly. Obviously, we brought in professionals for certain things (floors, electrical, bathroom), but as an interior decorator and a handy-woman for 30 years, we had a great time working together. Please don't hesitate to respond to this email or call me or my team if you or someone you know might be interested in this home. Sincerely, Joe Barfield The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Realty homes@joebarfield.com 210-745-0892 www.SanAntonioVintageHomes.com www.JoesListings.Blogspot.com- Architectural History Blog www.SAMusicAndArt.com- Art, Music & Architecture Newsletter What are houses selling for near my home? The architectural write-up is provided by Dr. Roff. Any reference to families is strictly academic. The Joe Barfield Group embraces all Equal Opportunity Housing Laws. © Copyright 2008 All rights Reserved, Joe Barfield.

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Terrell Hills 4-3 Traditional Home in AHISD - Pre-MLS

Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes Architectural Analysis By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D. The house at 331 Rittiman Road is a post-war Minimal Traditional style home. The exterior of the house is clad in a pale buttermilk siding with a white stone base surrounding it; probably a later addition. The carport may also have been added later in the 1960s; my supporting evidence being the ironwork supports with a curving-vine design and the horizontal slat screen that gives the area greater privacy. What I find intriguing is the vintage 1950s doily-cut screen door at the entry. The triple-arch motif softens the corners and a series of slim spindles were used to create a divider between the upper and lower screens. Families from Central and Eastern Europe arrived and set to building houses in their country's tradition, often with elaborate spindlework and carved, cut-out frames, a kind of craftsmanship that we know associate with the Queen Anne or Folk Victorian style. The doily-cut detail is repeated in the kitchen. The opening between the kitchen and screened-in porch in the back is framed by a curve-counter-curve that lends a romantic, if now down right homey, look to the kitchen. Other quaint details in the kitchen are the fold-down kitchen table, which reveals hidden shelves, the broad hexagonal yellow tile on the countertops, and the black dashed accent tile that creates a continuous border around the kitchen. Some of the original bead board siding still remains on the walls. The pretty flowered vinyl tile on the floor is in excellent shape. When you walk through the living and dining areas you will notice that even in a Minimal Traditional style house there is quite a bit of molding around the windows, doorways, walls and baseboards. The molding on the walls is set decoratively about 6 inches down from the ceiling; it appears to be a proportion also seen in the placement of the dashed tile in the kitchen; which is repeated again in 1950s powder-pink and crimson in the master bathroom. The bathroom in the hallway is done in a sage green with hexagonal tiles that match the design of those seen on the kitchen countertops. The two bedrooms before the master bedroom are distinctly paired as a girl's and boy's room. The more masculine room is covered head-to-toe with a medium-stained pine wood and has built-in shelves and closets. The more feminine room has similar closet doors but painted white to match the white wood molding and contrast the soft blue walls. The bedroom/study addition (perhaps the former garage) just off the kitchen, has built-in cabinets and a unique, masculine 1970s "swinging bachelor pad" looking bathroom. The screen-in porch as a real iron wood-burning stove. Architectural Analysis with Photos MLS Market Snapshot Greetings! "Are you sure- that's all?" That's what I asked Wes when he told me he wanted to sell his 2,194 SqFt, 4-3 home in Alamo Heights ISD for less than $200,000. Your friends may ask you the same question when you forward this substantial property to them. Especially since it sits in a 1/3 acre yard at the top of the hill! (View the Value Snapshot) I am certain they will appreciate your sharing this with them since we won't be putting it on MLS for a couple of days... Who doesn't like knowing about opportunities before anyone else? We are looking for a few good folks looking for a new home. If you know any, please send them our way! Sound intriguing? Join us for a preview open house this Sunday from 2-3pm. We will also have 139 Blakeley open right around the corner. Can't wait until then? Call us! 745-0892. Joe Barfield 210-745-0892 The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Terrell Hills 4-3 Minimal Traditional - $199,985 Living Room A great Minimal Traditional style home in Terrell Hills. This spacious home located on top of the hill, has excellent Alamo Heights Schools in the vicinity. 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms 2,194 square feet See the Virtual Tour Built in 1950. Two car carport. Central heating and air-conditioning. Hardwood Floors. View the Value Snapshot Family room, living room, office/den and dining room Laundry inside 1/3 acre lot and mature trees. Fourth bedroom is split - ideal for office or master bedroom. Large back rumpus room. Located in Alamo Heights Independent School District with some of the best schools in the city. Convenient to Central Market, SA Zoo and McNay Art Museum. What else is Nearby? View the Map Neighborhood It's a quick hop to downtown, Trinity University, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Central Market, Whole Foods, McNay Art Museum, Witte Museum and the Quarry Mall are all located in close proximity. Tong's Thai, Bun n Barrel and Silo are all located within half a mile. It is an easy walk to the many shops at Sunset Ridge and Terrell Plaza. A part of the prestigious Alamo Heights ISD, it is a great neighborhood for education. Don't forget the Magic Lantern Castle Museum... Preview Open House - Sunday 2-3pm - Stop by! Dining Room with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows Come check out 331 Rittiman this Sunday from 2-3pm. We will also have 139 Blakeley open at the same time right around the corner. These are the two best values for a home of significant size and large yard in the Alamo Heights School District. Please don't hesitate to respond to this email or call me or my team if you or someone you know might be interested in this home. Sincerely, Joe Barfield The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Realty homes@joebarfield.com 210-745-0892 www.SanAntonioVintageHomes.com www.JoesListings.Blogspot.com- Architectural History Blog www.SAMusicAndArt.com- Art, Music & Architecture Newsletter What are houses selling for near my home? The architectural write-up is provided by Dr. Roff. Any reference to families is strictly academic. The Joe Barfield Group embraces all Equal Opportunity Housing Laws. © Copyright 2008 All rights Reserved, Joe Barfield.

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