Roberts, Dr. Rufus A., House
210 S. Broad St., Cedar Hill, TXThis house is the most architecturally ornate house in Cedar Hill and is the oldest in the city. A charming example of a Stick Style house, this structure belonged to Dr. Rufus A. Roberts, one of the town's leading early citizens. Dr. Roberts came to Cedar Hill in 1859; he served in the Civil War and then returned to Cedar Hill, where he practiced medicine and opened a drug store. He was instrumental in bringing the railroad to Cedar Hill. Dr. Roberts continued his practice until around 1900 when he passed it on to his son.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
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