Harlan’s History: Steele Cottage

Harlan’s History: Steele Cottage

Harlan’s History: STEELE COTTAGE

A vintage black-and-white photograph of a two-story house with an attic, known as the Steele Cottage. The home features a steeply pitched roof with a two-window dormer centered at the attic level. A covered front porch extends across the width of the house, accessed by a set of seven steps. The siding appears to be wooden clapboard. A small bay window protrudes from the side of the house near the back, likely indicating a dining room. The house is elevated off the ground on piers and sits on a sandy, undeveloped lot. Other early 20th-century homes are visible in the distant background. The image is framed with decorative green scrollwork.

Located at 90th Street between Second and Third Avenues, on lot C, block 89 (35 x 110). Mention is made in the listing description that this is a “good location”. This interesting house as you can see is a two story structure and also includes an attic. There are 8 rooms and bath (4 bedrooms). The landing rising to the elevated front porch is 7 steps up. Notice the bay windows near the rear of this house that protrudes outwards from the side of the house. In all likelihood, this extended feature is where the dining room is located. On the front at the attic level is a two-window dormer. All in all, this is a fairly sizable structure. This property was listed for sale only at $2,800 with terms to suit.