Mahncke Park 2-2 Bungalow

Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes Jump to: Walkable Details Favorite Memories Architectural Analysis By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D. "The best things come in small packages." This medieval proverb was the first thought that came to mind after seeing this charming bungalow at 500 Queen Anne. This Colonial Revival bungalow captured my heart with its eyebrow dormer sheltering a fanlight entry to the house, and its picket fence bordering the rose garden and orchid tree. Or perhaps it was the heartwarming effect of glowing rays of sun that scattered across the newly crafted Arts and Crafts cabinetry and hardwood floors in the living and dining room. The house was originally built in 1935 by a couple who owned a grocery store a few blocks away. The Colonial Revival style was considered to be patriotic in its time, a celebration of American roots in the Colonial period of the Eastern seaboard. These houses typically had the main entrance placed in the center of a perfectly symmetrical composition, and side porches and classical details such as the Doric columns supporting the porch of this house were common. The present owners told me that the kitchen still had its original built-in cupboard, complete with flour and sugar bins when they moved in! To make make it more functional for modern living, they replaced those hard-to-clean bins, constructed a built-in desk with internet connection, and brought in a new source of light for the kitchen. They opened the ceiling in the hallway and replaced a large attic fan with a skylight, which truly illuminates the view from the kitchen into the more private spaces of the house. A similar skylight was installed over the shower in the new bathroom constructed for the front bedroom. The renovations to the house have given the interior its present Arts and Crafts character, which can be seen in details such as the new wood and glass panel kitchen cabinetry, the copper kitchen faucet and the beautiful stained glass window looking into the back yard (and the aforementioned cabinetry in the living room). They preserved many of the original architectural details, such as the exterior Doric columns, latticework window screens, the interior molding, wood panel doors, glass door knobs and hexagonal floor tile and subway tile in the bathroom. The back bedroom is illuminated on three sides by banks of windows which look out through crape myrtles into the back yard. Heavy timbers were used to create the awning over the back porch and the staircase leading up to the studio over the garage, adding a comfortable, earthy feeling to the exterior. The dappled sunlight effect on the interior of the house is continued into the backyard with a nice balance of open sunlit space and partial shade from overhanging oak and flowering trees. Architectural Analysis with Photos MLS Market Snapshot Greetings! Living in Mahncke Park is extremely convenient and the neighbors are quirky. Downtown, Trinity, Fort Sam, Central Market- you name it - it's probably 5 minutes away. As for the neighbors, you may have to meet them yourselves... which may be an option at 500 Queen Anne. This new (pre-MLS) home is hard to miss with the gorgeous Hong Kong Orchid Tree out front. The home itself is impressive with extensive built-ins, natural light and a new construction 2-car garage with large studio upstairs. There aren't many (any) like that in Mahncke Park! As usual, you get to pass this on to any friends, family or co-workers who might want to know about a Mahncke bungalow before it hits MLS. Just to be clear, it is for sale, and you are among the first few to learn of it. Give us a shout- interest rates are phenomenal! Joe Barfield, Broker, GRI, e-Pro 210-846-9273 Specializing in Homes of Character & History The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Mahncke Park 2-2 Bungalow - $199,900 Living Room An adorable portico-style bungalow in Mahncke Park with new detached 2-car garage and 500 sq ft quarters/ artist studio. Close to everything including Fort Sam. 2 bedrooms and 2 baths - $199,900. 1,086 square feet. See the Virtual Tour Built in 1935. New 2-car detached garage. Central Heating and Air-conditioning. Hardwood flooring. Living room, dining room and breakfast nook. 500 sq foot detached quarters / artist studio. Xeriscaped with local plants including bu. Heirloom roses from Antique Rose Emporium. Natural Daylighting & Venting from skylights. Located in San Antonio Independent School District. Convenient to Trinity University, San Antonio College, Brackenridge Park and downtown San Antonio. Incredible plantings and xeriscaping including Buffalo Grass, and a gorgeous Hong Kong Orchid Tree (wow!) What else is Nearby? View the Map Walkable Neighborhood Mahncke Park is located in one of the most convenient neighborhoods in town. It is 10 minutes from downtown and major freeways. It is in close proximity to Central Market, San Antonio Zoo, the Witte Museum, Botanical Gardens, Trinity University, Univ. of the Incarnate Word, The new Stieren Center at the McNay, Brackenridge Park, The Golf Course, San Antonio Museum of Art The UIW Natatorium & Wellness Center and San Antonio College. Shopping and dining nearby include WD Deli, Bygone's Quality Used Furniture, Half Price Books, Vespa on Broadway, Boardwalk Bistro, Tre Trattoria, Good Time Charlie's, Koi Kawa, Van's award-winning Vietnamese Food, Little Aussie Bakery and The Pig Stands Convenient Alternative Schools are Acorn School, The Circle School, Monte Vista Montessori, Aspire Academy, Kriterion, San Antonio Academy and Keystone School Fond Memories Back Bedroom The current owners, James and Judith, share their favorite memories of 500, Queen Anne. It is within walking distance of the Botanical Gardens, Brakenridge Park, the Witte Museum, the University of the Incarnate Word, Trinity University, Central Market, Ft. Sam Houston and all the great restaurants and shops on Broadway. It is five minutes from downtown and is a short drive to the Quarry Market by way of easy access to 281. The homes in the neighborhood are eclectic and reflect the attitudes of the people who choose to live here. Sitting in our backyard and listening to concerts at the Botanical Gardens Watching the July 4th fireworks at the San Antonio Country Club from our front yard. On cold, still mornings, hearing the lions roaring at the San Antonio Zoo! There you have it. 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 joe@joebarfield.com 210-846-9273 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.

pre-MLS sneak- Jefferson area Traditional Cottage

Historically and Architecturally Significant San Antonio Vintage Homes Architectural Analysis By: Architectural Historian Shelley Roff, Ph.D. 610 Shadwell Drive, a charming cottage ornamented with green shutters and flower boxes on each window, was built in Jefferson Terrace in 1941. In this Great Depression era, the majority of homes were designed with singular economy in mind, but never without a little added style - a style we call today, Minimal Traditional. These houses typically are one-story with low-pitched roofs and close-set eaves, and a minimum of wood trim and molding on the exterior and interior of the house. The body of the house was probably originally covered in the traditional fiber-cement shingles with wavy edges. The original exterior screens set within the windows are a design that I have seen on houses in San Antonio as early as 1905. The house appears to have been renovated with an envelope of vinyl siding, the green shutters, and the iron-structure car portico with floral details that date it to the 1960s. Built in the early 40s, this house was designed just after the Ranch style became popular in California, and it exhibits a few influences in its design. The long body of the house lies perpendicular to the street; however, the interior spaces of the house are laid out asymmetrically. A long living room occupies the center, whose back wall divides the living area from the kitchen and a dining area (which originally was a covered exterior porch). Typically a ranch-style home had an axial view (a line of sight) from a front living room window back directly through that space to the back yard. The gabled wing on the right side of the house merely amplifies the space of the living room. The house appears to step down in terraces from the living room, to the dining area, to the present exterior back porch, to the yard. Cottage-craft woodwork popular from the 1920s to the 40s - a holdover from the Victorian era - can be seen in the kitchen cabinetry, especially in the doily detail framing the window over the sink and the curved-edge shelves that ornament an extended wing of the kitchen counter. This bright, sunny kitchen probably had a beadboard wainscot covering the walls, which has since been removed. The 1940s woodwork can also be seen in the panel doors - especially note the kitchen door that swings shut to keep heat and odors inside, and yet allow a hostess to easily navigate her way out with a party platter. The previous owners of this house have carefully maintained most of its original details, such as the quaint carved wood telephone niche in the hallway, and numerous forms of brass and glass door knobs. The pink and wine bathroom tile may be original. The built-in book shelves are harder to date; they could be original to the house or part of a renovation done in the 1960s. Architectural Analysis with Photos MLS Market Snapshot Greetings! Can you keep a secret, because I haven't told anyone else... As usual, you and the people you care about get to see my listings before they go on MLS or the sign is up! 610 Shadwell is perfect for someone who wants to live in towards town, have a nice 3 bedroom home near Monticello Park with central everything, and priced comparable to renting. Michael and Andrea are great. They keep their homespotless and have been awesome to work with. They are looking for a larger home and have priced their home aggressively to sell. We went ahead and priced it at $119,900. That is a steal for this home with its upgrades. Let's keep this in the family- pass it on if you know someone who is looking for or should be looking for their first home. 610 Shadwell. We would gladly assist. Click here to let someone in on it... Joe Barfield, Broker, GRI, e-Pro 210-846-9273 Specializing in Homes of Character & History The Joe Barfield Group of Keller Williams Jefferson Terrace 3-1 Traditional Cottage- $119,900 Living Room A great Minimal Traditional home in Jefferson Terrace. This well-kept home with Spanish charm has a large backyard. 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom - $119,900 1,555 square feet See the Virtual Tour Built in 1949. 2 covered parking spaces. 20x15 covered patio- good times... SAISD - Jefferson High School. Central heating and air-conditioning (2006). Plumbing upgrades (2005). Crown molding, ceiling fans and security system Family room, living room and dining room. Laundry area inside. Located in San Antonio Independent School District. Convenient to USAA, The Med Center, St. Mary's U, The Bijou, Woodlawn Lake and downtown San Antonio. What else is Nearby? View the Map Neighborhood Jefferson Terrace is ideally located with close proximity to schools, churches and community centers. Crossroads Mall, Woodlawn Lake and St. Mary's University are in close proximity. Popular restaurants in the area include Tip Top, Jacala Mexican Restaurant and La Fogata. Located in San Antonio Independent School District, schools including Jefferson High are located within a couple of miles. Some Wonderful Memories Patio The current owners, Andrea and Michael, share their favorite memories of 610, Shadwell Drive. It's quick dash to The Bijou, Woodlawn Lake, Crossroads Mall, Northwest Theater, Downtown, The Woodlawn Theatre, Tip Top, Jacala, Tacos and Doughnuts to go, Deco HEB and Marketplace. Jacala never lets us down. There has never been a time that we haven't had an amazing experience there. The food is great, cheap, and fast. Favorite dishes are Cheese enchiladas and Queso Flameado. Don't forget the margaritas and mariachis and not to mention the nostalgic pictures of famous people and fiesta posters adorning the walls. But Tip Top is also right down the street... There's no traffic from busy intersections or really anything for at least a couple miles in any direction but it's just a stones throw from the highway. There are several parks in the area and wonderful architecture in the homes in our neighborhood. Walks are great for admiring the deco era of San Antonio. The churches are also a big plus. We go to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower regularly. Woodlawn Lake is just minutes away and has been done beautifully. The pool is fantastic in the summer. There is also Seeling Park which is great for walking. Joe Ward which is a pool in walking distance and has basketball and soccer as well as great picnicking with a place for the kids to play. Getting infinite drink refills at the Northwest theatre as well as watching underground flicks at the Bijou (Go slumdog!). Looking for hidden treasures at the Northwest Center Flea Market. Getting great deals on produce and meat at HEB Marketplace, not to mention great hand made sushi made by a guy who's first language is Japanese made right on the spot. Being very central to both downtown, shopping centers, and the medical center. Cooking for friends and family. Watching the Jefferson Band march in your neighborhood. Walking the dogs at the nearby community center. Chatting with friends and family on the back patio while barbqing. Relaxing in the hammock in the back yard. There you have it. 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 joe@joebarfield.com 210-846-9273 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.

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