Brick Row

Designed by San Diego architect R. C. Ball (who designed Folsom Prison), these 10 individual row houses were constructed in 1887 and were intended to be used by executives of the Santa Fe Railroad. This architectural style is unique to this region and was modeled after the row houses of Philadelphia and similar eastern cities. It was hoped that the railroad VIP's would not only feel at home surrounded by familiar architecture, but also be impressed by the cosmopolitan appearance of the young city. All the apartments have a formal dining room with fireplace, a kitchen, a parlor with fireplace, a butler's pantry, and four bedrooms upstairs. The units are divided by 12-inch thick interlocking brick walls. The houses are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Each of the 10 units is privately owned and maintained; however, there is a protective covenant on the facade so the exterior will always be in keeping with the Victorian surroundings.

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February 4, 2012