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Frank G. Edwards House
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Frank G. Edwards House is located in San Francisco
Frank G. Edwards House
Location in San Francisco
Frank G. Edwards House is located in California
Frank G. Edwards House
Location in California
Frank G. Edwards House is located in the United States
Frank G. Edwards House
Location in the United States
Location 1366 Guerrero St.
San Francisco, California
Area 0.14 acres (0.057 ha)
Built 1883
Architect Joseph Gosling
Architectural style Italianate
NRHP reference No. 82000986
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Added to NRHP September 30, 1982

Imagine a house that's over 140 years old! The Frank G. Edwards House is one such special building. It stands at 1366 Guerrero Street in the Noe Valley area of San Francisco, California. This historic home is so important that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect America's most significant historic places.

A Historic Home in San Francisco

The Frank G. Edwards House was built in 1883. It is a beautiful example of the Italianate architectural style. This style was very popular in the United States during the mid-1800s. It often features tall, narrow windows and decorative details. The house is a private home. It has been well-preserved over the years.

Who Was Frank G. Edwards?

The house is named after its original owner, Frank G. Edwards. He worked in the wallpaper business. In the late 1800s, wallpaper was a common way to decorate homes. Frank G. Edwards likely had a good eye for design. He chose a very stylish home for himself and his family.

The Architect and His Design

The house was designed by a local architect named Joseph Gosling. Architects are people who plan and design buildings. Gosling created many buildings in San Francisco. The Frank G. Edwards House shows his skill. It is a great example of the Italianate style he used. This style often includes features like low-pitched roofs and wide eaves.

Why Is It Important?

The Frank G. Edwards House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 30, 1982. This means it is recognized as a significant part of American history. It helps us understand what homes looked like in the late 1800s. It also shows the architectural styles popular at that time. The house is also a San Francisco landmark. It was designated as San Francisco Landmark No. 118 in 1983.

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