Saved Properties
19th Century Commercial Building
Threats
This structure sat vacant with missing windows for years, open to the elements requiring immediate action.
Recent Actions
The building has been purchased with hopes of work beginning soon. The structure will be re-purposed as “Hand” apartments. Progress has been slow, but the work is certain to be of a good quality. While the property will not serve a commercial purpose anymore, the beautiful facade will be preserved.
Style: Commercial Location: 388 S. 8th St.
This typical 19th century commercial building along one of Noblesville’s original business district streets has a lovely, well-preserved 2nd story facade.
Bedford Stone Mid-Century Home
Recent Actions
Restoration work on this home is underway.
Style: Mid-Century home Location: 15290 S. Allisonville Rd.
This home sits on a large lot and is a nice example of a “Bedford Stone” Mid-Century home.
Italianate Home - Built 1886
Recent Actions
This house was on the market for over 2 years, advertised as a potential business location. The farmhouse’s location adjacent to other businesses and gravel pits make it susceptible for business zoning or demolition. Last year it was sold to an out of town consulting firm (for an unbelievably low price.) The home’s exterior has been stabilized and improved in the past year.
Hopefully the original details of the home’s interior have been preserved. Last time someone from NPA was inside there was still a lot of original trim and doors and a detailed open staircase. Regardless, it appears that this farmhouse (and the original outhouse) is safe for now. The current tenant is the grandson of a former owner of this property and he is really happy to have it back in the family. See the Lost Treasures page for the story on the barn which has not survived.
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Style: Italianate Home Location: 15995 River Ave.
A nice example of a vernacular Italianate-style farmhouse. The farmhouse was built in 1886, and sits on 2 acres of land.
Vernacular Stick Style Home
Threats
This home was essentially abandoned, left vacant and neglected for several years. It was a notorious eyesore and cause of stress to neighbors.
Recent Actions
The new owner has begun exterior restoration and the improvements are welcome with open arms by the neighbors.
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Style: Vernacular Stick Style home Location: 1542 Maple Ave.
This house is a nice example of stick style architecture, which is relatively uncommon around Noblesville.