Built about 1898 by Lane Lee, this house is typical of late Victorian cottage style prevalent from 1890 to 1910. Features of the house include a wraparound porch with decorative posts and bannisters. The front room on the north side has a bay window that extends beyond the porch. This house is a contributing property to the “West Marion Historic District” that’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). It is located at 1204 S.Washington Street in Marion (GPS coordinates 32.622083,-87.317734).
This is a private residence – drive by only.
Sources: 1) NRHP “West Marion Historic Street” Registration Form; 2) Perry County Heritage, Volume II, prepared by The Book Committee and Friends of the Perry County Historical and Preservation Society.
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