| Marker Number |
5117 |
| Atlas Number |
5029005117 |
| Marker Title |
Old Edward Steves House |
| Index Entry |
Steves, Edward, House |
| Address |
509 King William St. |
| City |
San Antonio |
| County |
Bexar |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
548966 |
| UTM Northing |
3253815 |
| Subject Codes |
houses, residential buildings; German immigrants/immigration; Victorian (architectural term) |
| Marker Year |
1970 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
Yes |
| Marker Location |
|
| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
RTHL medallion and plate |
| Marker Text |
Excellent example of lavish Victorian architecture of late 1800s. Built in 1874 by German immigrant Edward Steves, founder of a family prominent in city financial and social circles. Stuccoed limestone exterior walls are 13" thick. The richly decorated front porch reflects skilled carpentry and millwork. Rain water once drained into a cistern from the Mansard roof. The San Antonio Conservation Society acquired the house in 1952. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970 |
