You Can Own a Piece of San Diego’s Modernist History for $1.3M
A textbook example of the streamline moderne style, the Walter Church Residence was groundbreaking when it was built in the 1940s. Now, it’s on the market.
A textbook example of the streamline moderne style, the Walter Church Residence was groundbreaking when it was built in the 1940s. Now, it’s on the market.
Property Details:
Location: 8463 Golden Avenue, Lemon Grove, California
Price: $1,300,000
Year Built: 1941
Architect: Reuben C. Haas
Footprint: 3,605 square feet (four bedrooms, four baths)
From the Agent: "The Church Residence showcases the romance and elegance of a bygone era, as it perfectly exemplifies streamline moderne architecture. The estate, ‘one of the most modern residences in San Diego’, is in pristine condition—showcasing decades later how Walter & Dorothy Church spared no expense both inside and out. Today, the elegant curves and abundance of glass showcase expansive sunrise and sunset views that can be enjoyed both from the interior spaces as well as patio areas and rooftop deck. The Church estate offers unrivaled space and aesthetics for entertaining, working, and recreating."
"From the active downtown to the 1928 world’s biggest lemon sculpture, Lemon Grove hosts an abundance of early- and midcentury architecture—the Church Residence being one of the most prominent local mansions," states the listing.
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Surrounding the property is a low-water landscape, predominantly comprised of succulents and mature plantings. The house features a two-car garage and an RV carport.
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According to the listing, "The Walter Church Residence (1938-41) by builder, Reuben C. Haas was reportedly built from plans that were ‘three years in the making’ and was referred to as ‘One of the most modern residences in San Diego’ when it was first published—just days prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor."
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