August 23, 2012
For Immediate Release
Calling the Gold Coast Home
Davenport Neighborhood Welcomes Prospective Homebuyers September 23rd
People living in Davenport’s Gold Coast know their neighborhood is a pretty special place
and has been since Antoine LeClaire included many of its streets in his plat of the new
town of Davenport back in 1836. That’s why they are inviting home buyers to join them for
a homes-for-sale open house on Sunday, September 23 from 12N-4PM.
“Calling the Gold Coast Home” will feature a number of residences currently for sale in
Davenport’s Hamburg Historic District, popularly known as the Gold Coast, whose
boundaries are 5th to 9th and Ripley to Vine Streets. Currently, nine properties are
scheduled to be open for review. The event is being sponsored by the Gold CoastHamburg Historic District Association and is the first ever public homes-for-sale open
house sponsored by the group.
The neighborhood, located on the hills above downtown Davenport, features spectacular
Mississippi River views, as well as homes varied in historical style, square footage and
price range. In 2011, it was designated as one of 10 Great Neighborhoods by the
American Planning Association. The APA honors places of “exemplary character, quality
and planning.” It is the first neighborhood in Iowa to receive this award.
In addition to the open houses, the free event will include an information center located on
the grounds of “The Castle,” one of the neighborhood’s best loved historic homes. There,
people viewing homes will be able to pick up a listing sheet of all open house addresses as
well as gather additional information about the neighborhood, speak with financial officers,
and learn about various agency, city and state homeowner incentives.
What: “Calling the Gold Coast Home: a Homes-for-Sale Open House.” For sale
properties throughout the neighborhood will be open for tour in Davenport’s “First
Neighborhood.” Visitors may pick up a listing of for sale homes at an informational fair
located at “The Castle” at 615 North Ripley Street or at www.davenportgoldcoast.org.
When: Sunday, September 23rd, 2012, 12N-4PM.
Where: Davenport’s Gold Coast-Hamburg Historic District, 5th to 9th, Ripley to Vine
Streets.
More Information: www.davenportgoldcoast.org or call Marion Meginnis at 563-3263290.
Parking: Available on the streets adjacent to open houses. Please note that parking is
extremely limited on Ripley between 6th and 7th Streets.
Restroom: Available at the Jipp Home and Grocery, 732 Gaines, corner Gaines and 8th
Streets.
The Gold Coast-Hamburg Historic District Association is comprised of owners and
residents of the Hamburg Historic District. Its goals include preservation of its built
heritage, collection of its historical information, and bringing its residents together to
support the organization and become a more powerful voice within the community.
Homes currently scheduled for the Open House as of August 23rd. Photos are available.
PLEASE NOTE: This list is subject to change based on sales and listing activity. Please
contact Marion Meginnis (563-326-3290 or marion_meginnis@msn.com) for updates.
412 W. 6th
521 W. 6th
630 W. 6th
904 W. 6th
The August Steffens Jr. Home ca 1901 “The Overview,” one of the
Gold Coast’s most prestigious addresses with spectacular views of
the Mississippi riverfront. Many original features and updates.
Updates include a new geo thermal system throughout, custom
kitchen with handmade Amish cherry cabinetry and heated terrazzo
floors. Recent replacement of cement porches and exterior painting.
Original tile roof reset and re-laid with new felt. Much of the first floor
restored and includes original fireplaces, built ins, woodwork and
stained glass windows. Second floor is gutted and ready for further
renovation. Full attic and basement. Includes full sized lot across
alley. Price: TBD Contact: TBD History: This home was designed
for August Steffens Junior by Built by famed architect F. G. Clausen.
The Steffens family was one of Davenport’s early entrepreneurial
and mercantile dynasties.
Contact: Jon Wilson 563 529 5454
The F. G. Clausen Home c 1865 . Take a step back in time in this
dramatic Gold Coast 2-Story with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1 car garage
and 2,223 sq. ft. original details including: high ceilings, beautiful
woodwork, transom windows, and pocket doors. Bright formal living
room with fireplace and tall windows. Formal dining room with bay
window area, detailed hardwood floors, and French doors leading to
the parlor. Maid’s quarters with private stairway in kitchen. Walk-up
attic and full basement. Fenced yard! New roof with architectural
shingles. Home sold "strictly as-is". Price: $109,900 MLS Listing #
4135749. Contact: Alex Wolking, Keller Williams Realty Greater
Quad Cities. Cell: (309) 948-3656; alexwolking@kw.com or
www.alexwolking.com. History: This McClelland- style house was
home to F. G. Clausen, one of Davenport’s best known architects.
Clausen, an 1869 immigrant from Germany, designed the home next
door at 624 W. 6th. He and his firm went on to build some of
Davenport’s best loved residential and commercial buildings
including The Peterson Building (now River Music Experience),
Central High School, the First Presbyterian Church as well as “The
Alamo” and “The Overview” in the Gold Coast neighborhood.
The historic Miriam House was built in 1900 and has served families
through the years. Over the last several years before it was
closed, it had often served as a 'safe haven' home for men, women
and children who needed help and support in difficult personal
times. The solidly built structure has beautiful woodwork, 8 BRs,
6 bathrooms, large kitchen w/dining room, plus offices and meeting
rooms over 3 floors and a full basement. It is truly one of a kind!
Price: $79,900
MLS#4131974 Contact: Jerry Ketelaar,
Century 21 Cornelis-Simpson, Inc Realtors at 309-764-7413 or
729 W. 6th
502 W. 8th
411 W. 8th
cell 309-236-9000 and email Jerry@Ketelaar.com.
The Francis Ochs Home c. 1875 is a rare Gold Coast example of
Victorian Cottage architecture designed after the style of Andrew
Jackson Downing. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 3,150
square feet of living space on three floors. This charming residence
is replete with original hardwood trim and wood filigree, three
fireplaces, leaded glass, and an unusual four-turn staircase. All
window treatments, mirrors and appliances stay with the home. The
80 x 150 foot lot is a gardener’s delight with raspberries and fruit
trees. Detached garage. Price: $149,900. Details at
QCFSBO.com- http://www.qcfsbo.com/listings/2012Vol06/WSP26EA.html. Contact: Walter Kurth, 563-343-3206 or
563-322-0737; wjkurth@aol.com. History: Francis Ochs was a
German immigrant who was a City Assessor and founding officer of
Davenport Savings Bank. He built this home on 6th Street in 1875. It
was also home to his daughter Emma until her death in 1940. It
retains a remarkable amount of original detailing including painted
grain trim and doors and a frescoed dining room featuring hand
painted vignettes.
The William Pohlmann Home c.1888 3 Bedroom, 2 bath home
loaded with vintage charm. All new heating and air conditioning,
plumbing, wiring, roof with architectural shingles, and exterior and
interior paint. New half round gutters to be installed and included in
ask price. Many kitchen and bathroom updates including ceramic
floors and tile. Hardwood floors on first floor and wood laminate on
second. Wide front porch. Price: $110,000 Contact: Marion
Meginnis, 563-326-3290, marion_meginnis@msn.com History:
William Pohlmann was a tailor and a German immigrant who came
to Davenport in 1858. 502 W. 8th was likely his retirement home. It
was later the residence of his son William Pohlman Jr., who began
his career as a junior clerk for the Citizen’s National Bank and rose
to be President/Manager of The Iowa Steam Laundry.
This historic two-story, single-family 1,338 square-foot home
features three bedrooms, a new roof, new porches, paint, and
parking pad. Inside, the flooring, paint, cabinets, heating and central
air conditioning system and plumbing are all new. The house has all
new insulation, drywall, carpeting and vinyl and interior wood trim.
The basement has high ceilings and an egress window: could be
finished by the homeowner to include an additional bedroom and
bath. The large double lot provides lots of space for outdoor living
and play. This home is part of Davenport’s Urban Homestead
Program. Income restrictions apply Price: $68,000 with estimated
monthly payment of $440.99 which includes estimated principal
& interest and estimated escrow for taxes and insurance.
Interested parties must make application to the Urban
Homestead Program. Contact: City of Davenport. 563- 326-7765
More information at
http://www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/egov/apps/services/index.
egov?path=details&action=i&id=11
730 Brown
537 W. 9th
History: This home was believe moved to a site on Ripley about
1908 when other homes were being built on the bluff to the south. It
was moved again in 2010 from its undersized lot to a larger one
around the corner.
A unique rental property. A 4-unit building, 3,696 square feet. 3 units
have been completely rehabbed from the studs out—updated
electrical, plumbing, furnaces, drywall, kitchens, baths, ceramic
flooring, carpet, doors and windows. Renovations on 4th unit
underway. Spacious attic and basement and room for additional
apartment on 1st floor. Includes detached two car garage and two
vacant lots immediately to the south. New Roof-no new price. One
apartment will be open for view during the Open House and agent
will make later appointments for full tour. Price: $89,900. MLS#
4133293 Contact: Donna Arnold, Mel Foster Company. Cell:
563-505-2258; darnold@melfosterco.com or
www.DonnaArnoldSellsHomes.com. More info at:
http://quadcities.paragonrels.com/publink/default.aspx?GUID=5
2c0fbeb-6708-4fe7-9c85-d1db3f51b344&Report=Yes
Great Gold Coast home c. 1915. 3 bedrooms and remodeled bath
with claw foot tub. Newer back deck. Waterproofed basement. Large
kitchen with butler's pantry. Nice wood trim and hardwood floors
throughout. Large 2-car garage. Seller has owned the home since
1976. All appliances stay. Including washer and dryer. Price:
$69,000 MSL# 4135324 Contact: Fred Harris Ruhl & Ruhl
Realtors, 563-441-5031; fredharrisjr@ruhlhomes.com or
www.fredharrisjrrealtor.com.