Goddard Bungalow Court Historic District facts for kids
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Goddard Bungalow Court Historic District
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1410 Goddard Court
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 Location in Iowa
Location in the United States
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| Location | 1410-21 Goddard Court and 1232 14th St. Des Moines, Iowa |
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| Area | 1.67 acres (0.68 ha) |
| Built | 1916 |
| Architectural style | Bungalow American Craftsman |
| MPS | The Bungalow and Square House--Des Moines Residential Growth and Development MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 00000930 |
| Added to NRHP | November 21, 2000 |
The Goddard Bungalow Court Historic District is a special neighborhood in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. It is famous for its unique homes called bungalows. This area was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the year 2000. This means it is an important historical place worth protecting.
History of Goddard Bungalow Court
The houses on Goddard Court were built in 1916. This area is one of three "California bungalow court" neighborhoods in Des Moines. These courts were a new way to build homes around a shared space.
The other two similar courts are Lincoln Court, also built in 1916, and the Veneman's Bungalow Court Historic District. Veneman's was built a bit later, from 1924 to 1926. Goddard Court was one of the first of its kind in the city.
When it was first built, Goddard Court had eleven bungalows. It also had one small cottage that was already there. The cottage is not considered part of the historic district. All the homes were built around a cul-de-sac, which is a street with only one way in and out. This cul-de-sac opened onto 14th Street.
Originally, these homes did not have garages or driveways. Even today, only four garages have been added over the years. Sadly, one of the original bungalows was taken down in 1993. That spot is now an empty lot.
Architecture and Design of the Bungalows
The bungalows in this district were arranged very carefully. Each house has a special design feature. They have a double gable on the front of the house. A gable is the triangular part of a wall under a sloping roof.
Each house also has a twin that looks just like it. These twin homes are placed either across from each other or diagonally. The size and shape of the lots change depending on where they are on the cul-de-sac. Lot widths are usually between 40 and 45 feet. Their lengths can be from 70 to 147 feet.
These bungalows are built with wooden frames. They sit on strong brick foundations. Inside, each home has five rooms. This includes two bedrooms. The design makes them cozy and practical.
