Old Edward Steves (Stevens) House

Historical marker location:

509 King William St., San Antonio, Texas

( 509 King William St., San Antonio)

Marker installed: 1970

Excellent example of Lavish Victorian architecture of late 1800s. Built in 1874 by German immigrant Eduard Steves, founder of a family promient in city financial and social circles. Stuccoed limestone exterior walls are 13" thick. The richly decoraed front porch reflects skilled carpentry and millwork. Rain water once drained into a cistern formthe Mansard roof. The San Antonio Conservation Society acquired house in 1958.

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