#2. The Jake Stearn House, 1027 Eighth Street; Built ca. 1900-02

Jake Stearn was another successful immigrant merchant whose commercial interests at the turn of the century included retail, timber, brick making, sheep and cattle. His grand residence combines Free Classical details (such as the porch columns) and Queen Anne style massing and asymmetry. About a block north, on the corner of Eighth and Baca Streets, are two fine homes:

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