Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes Architectural Analysis By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D. The neighborhoods just north of downtown San Antonio are filled with beautiful Craftsman bungalows built in the 1920s and 30s, like the one at 226 Allensworth. One has to wonder how it came about that these modest, asymmetrical houses came to replace the stately Victorians of previous generations, found closer to the center of town. 226 Allensworth has been beautifully restored by its owner. A shaded porch recedes under the cross-gabled roof in shades of soft taupe, white and hints of a dark slate blue. The roof eaves are supported by brick piers, each with a wood, square column and chunky, wood eave bracket. Some of the structural members of the roof are still exposed, as they would have been in the original house. The addition of the battered skirt surrounding base of the house was a romantic feature alluding to the battered walls of old medieval fortifications, admired by Craftsman Style designers. The slope of these walls gives a greater visual weight and feeling of stability to the house. The long, horizontal lines of the wood siding further enhance the low profile. Remarkably, the house still retains some of the original double-hung windows with the "bungalow sash", an upper sash divided by its muntins into long vertical panes. In the interior a proto-typical fireplace design can be seen in the living room with flanking bookshelves, enclosed with cut-glass doors, and matching weight-and-pulley square windows to illuminate the space. The bookshelf doors, as well as other doors in the house still retain the original bronze butterfly hinges. The owner has replicated a board and batten wainscot in the bathroom that is appropriate to its 1925 black and white hexagonal floor tile. The back utility porch has the original exterior siding on the interior walls and a beadboard ceiling. The glass and wood cabinets over the kitchen sink appear to be original, however that super-mod turquoise enameled countertop and sink likely date to the 1950s, and are in near vintage-perfect condition. Architectural Analysis with Photos MLS Market Snapshot Forward to a Friend Greetings! I am a huge fan of bungalows, the predominant architectural style in North Mahncke Park. I also love how Mahncke Park puts you in the middle of everything without the price tag of Alamo Heights which is just 3 blocks north. There aren't too many "walk-friendlier" neighborhoods in San Antonio. Not only can you walk to museums, parks and restaurants from this bungalow in Mahncke Park, but you will walk to them, because you will be living in the midst of them. 226 Allensworth is my newest listing and you get to know about it first. It hasn't been shown before today. It isn't on MLS. There's no sign up in the front yard. Yet. Your friends have a chance to jump on this beautiful bungalow in the sweet spot of Mahncke Park before it goes on MLS for the whole world to paw over. That's what I do. You are my people. I will take care of you before others. I reconnect passions and fix fractured community ties for those moving to San Antonio, or for those looking to having a deeper community experience. So feel free to forward this to anyone you care about who may be interested. There's no secret knock for service, just be sure they tell me that you sent them. :-) Joe Barfield 210-846-9273 The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams 7 steps to buying your home 8 Steps to selling your home Mahncke Park 3-1 Craftsman Bungalow - $220,000 An elegant craftsman bungalow in Mahncke Park. This charming home has well preserved details including double-hung windows and hexagonal floor tile. Invitation Only Open House Sunday from 2-3pm (You are invited!) 3 bedrooms and 1 bath 1,770 square feet See the Virtual Tour Built in 1920s Great Front Porch extensive work to electrical, foundation and plumbing, etc. Large backyard San Antonio Schools Laundry inside Convenient to Central Market, SA Zoo, the Witte Museum and Botanical Gardens. What else is Nearby? Request a Recent Comps & Solds report [At prompt, "The Owner", 226 allensworth, 78209, 3beds, 1bath, 1770 SqFt] View the Map Walkable Neighborhood (83 out 100 is great for S.A.!) Mahncke Park is located in one of the most convenient neighborhoods in town. Across Broadway is Brackenridge Park, with the train and the golf course. Central Market, SA Zoo, the Witte Museum and Botanical Gardens are all within walking distance. Trinity University and University of the Incarnate Word are just around the corner with their libraries and athletic facilities. The McNay is just north and the San Antonio Museum of Art is just to the south. Area restaurants include Koi Kawa, Van's, Little Aussie Bakery and The Pig Stands. Some Wonderful Memories Dining Room The current owner shares her favorite memories of 226, Allensworth. Its a very central location. It's a quick drive to The Quarry, the Riverwalk, Tina and Tish Reck's, Liberty Bar, the parade during NIOSA, Alamo Heights night... oh, and it's nice saying that I live in 78209.... Sitting on my front porch swing with a cold beer. My swing can hold over 400 lbs!! Running through Brackenridge Park and Trinity/ Incarnate Word Central Market, SA Zoo, the Witte (Tuesday night are free) and Botanical Gardens, are just a walk away. Picante Grill, which is a walk away, has the best Enchilada's (Cacerola Poblano). It is very inexpensive. Oh, Cheesy Janes has the best shakes and my boys love the train that circles above the tables. The 50/50 has great Bloody Mary's and they will put extra olives upon request. Spectrum Athletic Club, on Austin, Hwy is a 5 min. drive. Austin Hwy has some of the cheapest gas in town. Lamar Elementary is very small. The classroom sizes are small and all of the teacher know my boys. My neighbor will make me cookies from the pecans she gathers from my trees. From my porch, the boys and I enjoy watching the crane that is building the new high rise on Broadway. Please don't hesitate to respond to this email or call me or my team if you are interested in this home. Sincerely, Joe Barfield The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Realty www.SanAntonioVintageHomes.com www.SanAntonioRentals.Postlets.com- Rental Availabilities www.JoesListings.Blogspot.com- Architectural History Blog www.SAMusicAndArt.com- Art, Music & Architecture Newsletter www.SimulScribe.info- Read your voicemail via email- 30 day trial What are houses selling for near my home? 227 Rose Ln, San Antonio, TX 78212 email: homes@joebarfield.com phone: 210-733-1928 Forward to a Friend © Copyright 2008 All rights Reserved, Joe Barfield.

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