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Summary for 808 S Thistle ST S / Parcel ID Unknown / Inv #

Historic Name: Unknown Common Name:
Style: Vernacular Neighborhood: South Park
Built By: Year Built: 1930
 
Significance
In the opinion of the survey, this property is located in a potential historic districe (National and/or local).
This house is a good example of the evolution of 20th Century vernacular housing and it contributes to the historic streetscape. Anna J. Barnes purchased the house in 1934.
 
Appearance
This one story derivation of the bungalow has clipped end gables and a pedimented center entrance. The porch supports are double posts with lattice work between. Windows are multipaned-over-one double hung wooden sash arranged in sets of three. Original siding is covered with asbestos shingles. The house sits on a slight rise and is reached by a low flight of concrete steps. The house and its setting contribute to the historic streetscape.

Detail for 808 S Thistle ST S / Parcel ID Unknown / Inv #

Status: Yes - Inventory
Classication: Building District Status:
Cladding(s): Shingle - Concrete/Asbestos Foundation(s): Unknown
Roof Type(s): Gable Roof Material(s): Asphalt/Composition
Building Type: Domestic - Single Family Plan: Rectangular
Structural System: Balloon Frame/Platform Frame No. of Stories: one
Unit Theme(s): Architecture/Landscape Architecture
Integrity
Changes to Windows: Intact
Changes to Plan: Intact
Changes to Original Cladding: Extensive
Major Bibliographic References
King County Property Record Card (c. 1938-1972), Washington State Archives.

Photo collection for 808 S Thistle ST S / Parcel ID Unknown / Inv #


Photo taken Jun 01, 1991
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