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Yaple Park Historic District Information

A BIT OF YAPLE PARK’S HISTORY:

Yaple Park Historic district is a history lesson of 20th century Phoenix told through houses and buildings. 

Yaple Park roots date back to 1899 when James & Sue Yaple purchased about 30 acres of land below the Grand Canal between what is now 7th and 3rd Avenue. The Yaple’s were grain and citrus growers who utilized the canal system for irrigation.

Mr. Yaple passed on in 1911 leaving the operation to his wife. Sue carried on the farm until 1929 when she swung a deal with the Coggins Title Company to subdivide and develop the property. Today, we know 1929 was a very bad time to start a new project. Despite great effort, only 10 homes were built and the project laid dormant while the nation recovered from the Great Depression.

Floyd Medlock (of Medlock Historic District fame) took over the reigns in the late 30’s and was the driving force behind much of the development with 60 homes built between 1937 and 1941. The Federal Housing Authority had strong influence over the development, mandating homes that were “safe, sturdy and efficient.” It is no wonder we see so many transitional ranch style homes in the area (68%) as these conformed to the FHA lending standards many new homeowners used to finance their purchase. It is humorous today to hear that Mr. Medlock enticed buyers with promises of low taxes (Yaple Park with outside the city limits) and country living.

THE YAPLE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT:

Today, Yaple Park is considered an excellent example of FHA influenced housing. Only one home, located at 615 W. Miinezona, stands from the days of the original Yaple farm. The 107 single family homes are generally modest in nature with gracious front yards and lush vegetation made possible by flood irrigation used in the area. 

In addition to the dozens of transitional ranch homes, visitors to Yaple park are treated to many other styles including: Spanish Colonial Revival, French Provincial Revival, English Cottage, Monterrey Revival, Cape Cod, Pueblo Revival and fun Art Moderne.

The streets in Yaple Park are fairly wide. Large trees and rich vegetation give the neighborhood a cozy well lived feeling. It’s location, adjacent to the Grand Canal, make canal jaunts by foot or  bike a popular neighborhood activity. Proximity to the light rail gives resident’s easy access to the downtown region with its art, shopping, sporting events, restaurants and more.

We give Yaple a high thumbs up for location, upkeep of the neighborhood, maturity of vegetation, historical significance and general affordability.  Naturally, you won’t find the glorious revival style homes of the 20’s here, yet you will be treated to a feeling of neighborhood and history.

Below you’ll find a virtual slide-show tour of Yaple Park as well as up-to-date information about homes for sale in the area. If you want to view one of the available properties, just let us know and we’ll arrange an appointment.

 

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In Yaple Park Historic District

Gene Urban & Ron Urban
The Urban Connection Real Estate Team
602-234-5777

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1930 Spanish Home in Willo For Sale

Broadmore in the Willo Historic Disctrict is home to many fine homes and this is one of them. It was built in 1930 so it reflects more of the roaring twenties style than later FHA influences.

We really like the early homes as they tend to have more charm and character. This home has both. You will enjoy the neighborhood from your multi-arched front porch with fine tile accents. The living room features a barrel celing and cozy fireplace with earthtone faux painted walls. The kitchens, baths and master have been carefully remodeled offering exceptional ammenities while maintaining historic dignity.

The french doors in the master open to a back yard and 500 sq.ft guest house with bath… a great space for a home office outside the home.

If you would like to view this property,  just let us know and we’ll take care of setting up an appointment. Simply use the form below.

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in Downtown Phoenix

Use this form if you have any questions or would like to take a look at a home.

Listing is Courtesy of Realty Executives

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Homes Currently For Sale in Willo Historic District

We are often asked what is for sale in the Willo Historic District. In response, we have a nifty little tool that will give you real time info on the homes currently on the market in different areas including Willo.

The listing information we use is directly from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and is updated several times per day. As you’ll see, the homes for sale are shown on a map so you can see where the various homes actually lay within the district. If you hover over the green icon it will give you some basic information about the house.

If click on the green thing it will open a full page about the home. Plus, a full search tool will be available where where you can modify the search parameters to best suit your needs.

We hope you enjoy this addition to Urban Connection and let us know if we can set up an appointment to view any of the homes you see.

 

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Huge 2 Story Bungalow in East Evergreen Historic District

This is an extraordinary opportunity for someone who wants to live and work in Downtown Phoenix, all under the same roof or for a full blown Professional Office ie. Attorney, Lobbyist, Architect or ?  You’re talking a renovated property here with hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, 8 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.  A few of the bedrooms would serve as great conference rooms.  Property is zoned R-5 and is within walking distance to Safeway, Starbucks & others to the North, Roosevelt Row to the South, Downtown Phoenix Public Library & Light Rail to the West.

 

Asking Price has been reduced to $500,000.

 

 

 

 

For more information about this property, contact Lyle Plocher at

 602 373 3725 or lyle@urbanconnectionrealty.com

Listing is courtesy of Joseph Shopper & Assoc.