Levy House (Reno, Nevada)

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Levy House
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Location111-121 California Ave., Reno, Nevada
Coordinates 39°31′14″N119°48′40″W / 39.52056°N 119.81111°W / 39.52056; -119.81111
Area0.4 acres (0.16 ha)
Built1906
Architectural style Classical Revival
NRHP reference No. 83001119 [1]
Added to NRHPFebruary 24, 1983

The Levy House, at 111-121 California Ave. in Reno, Nevada, is a historic Classical Revival-style house that was built in 1906. It was home of William Levy, a merchant and mining businessman. [1] [2]

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, [1] qualifying as a high-quality example of the Classical Revival style, for its association with Levy, and as a significant component of local history. [2] :3

The building was moved c. 1940, turning it 90 degrees and repositioning it on the lot. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places . National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. 1 2 3 Paula Boghosian (June 1982). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: Levy House". National Park Service. and accompanying four photos from 1981