King, Mrs. J. C., House
405 W. Louisiana, McKinney, TXDuring the early 20th century, the American four-square and its variants were popular throughout the nation. These houses are usually
2 stories in height with frame construction and low-pitched hip roofs. This residence, which is a permutation of the American four-square, features brick walls and use of elaborate details, unusual characteristics of houses in this category. The oversized brackets and classically detailed entablature are especially noteworthy. It is one of the best local examples of houses with American four-square features.
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
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