132 East 9th Street

Built circa 1910, this house is one of three constructed in this architectural style. It is the only one that still retains its historic features, including a decorative stained-glass window on the driveway side and leaded glass diamond-paned windows. The front entrance is covered by a unique five-sided porch supported by sets of double Doric columns. The home features a gable roof with a distinctive bay dormer that complements the bay window below. The main exterior focal point is the prominent chimney, centrally located and constructed of exposed round riverbed stones. The Coale family once owned this residence, along with 126 East 9th Street. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Coale married their neighbor’s daughter, leading to their relocation and ownership of the family home. When the family decided to sell both properties, prospective buyers were required to purchase both 126 and 132 East 9th Street together. At that time, a developer approached the realtor with an offer to misplace all other offers to purchase the two houses for a small payout. This would have resulted in the demolition of both houses and the construction of a massive U-shaped building on the combined lots.