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Schoch Residence

Original Owner: Henry Schoch (Katherine)
Homeowner Occupation: Proprietor, Saloon & Restaurant
Street Address: 401 N. First St.
Location: Elkader, IA
Year of Construction: 1893
Fate: Extant - Substantially Altered
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Barber's Earliest Publication Reference:

New Model Dwellings, Revised Edition, 1895/6 - Design No. 55B (RNMD:55B)

The style of this house is one much admired and will never wear out. The porch and balcony are prominent features and require tasteful treatment. The first story is weather-boarded, the second story, gables, and roof are shingled. Cellar under the entire house, with brick foundation. Hardwood interior finish, of neat design, is liberally used, and everything in the way of plumbing, glass, hardware, etc., is first-class. Size is 36 x 47 feet over porches. First story is 10 feet, second story 9 foot 2 inches, cellar 7 feet. The cost of this house was more than that given above, but for the average locality our figures are close to correct.

Barber's estimated range of costs to build:         
$3,800 - $4,200
Barber's estimated cost, or median cost to build: 
4000
Later Publication References:

Modern Dwellings, 5th Edition, 1905 - Design No. 217 (MD5:217)

Researcher's Comments:

If the YOC is to be believed, then this home was likely the inspiration for Barber's design 55B, which appeard in Barber publications shortly afterward. Try to uncover any old or historic photos of this home to look for additional Barber clues.

Barber's Published Floor Plans:
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Schoch Residence - Located at 401 N. First St. Elkader, IA

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Schoch Residence - Formally located at 401 N. First St. Elkader, IA