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Summary for 210 17th AVE / Parcel ID 3319500506 / Inv #

Historic Name: Unknown Common Name:
Style: Colonial - Dutch Colonial Neighborhood: Central Area
Built By: Year Built: 1909
 
Significance
This house is one of a cohesive row of early 20th century vernacular dwellings built in 1908 and 1909 by Z. A. Harrison. The houses are important as a unit because they enhance our knowledge of residential development in Seattle and the evolution of vernacular architecture. This house contributes to the historic streetscape of the north side of the 200 block of 17th Avenue South. According to tax records, chin Hin acquired this house in 1936.
 
Appearance
This vernacular house is an expression of the Dutch Colonial Revival style with a touch of Cratsman detail. Front and side gambrels are unembellished. The full width inset porch has a false open eave with exposed rafter ends. The porch is supported by four classical columns resting on a balustrade made of horizontal siding to match the house.

Detail for 210 17th AVE / Parcel ID 3319500506 / Inv #

Status: Yes - Inventory
Classication: Building District Status: INV
Cladding(s): Wood - Clapboard Foundation(s): Unknown
Roof Type(s): Gambrel Roof Material(s): Asphalt/Composition
Building Type: Domestic - Single Family Plan: Rectangular
Structural System: Balloon Frame/Platform Frame No. of Stories: one & ½
Unit Theme(s): Architecture/Landscape Architecture
Integrity
Changes to Windows: Intact
Changes to Interior: Unknown
Changes to Plan: Intact
Changes to Original Cladding: Intact
Major Bibliographic References
King County Property Record Card (c. 1938-1972), Washington State Archives.
Seattle P. I. February 21, 1909 Real Estate Section

Photo collection for 210 17th AVE / Parcel ID 3319500506 / Inv #


Photo taken Aug 01, 1991
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