The Hyde Park February Neighborhood E P A D R K Association Y Meeting H . Peca n When: 7:00 pm Monday, February 5, 2018 Where: Griffin School 5001 Evans Avenue Note: HPNA meetings usually take place on the first Monday of each month. HPNA General Meeting Press February 2018 • National Register District Neighborhood • Vol. 44, No. 2 Agenda for February 5 Welcome New Members ASH Redevelopment Plan Advances Texas 25th District Candidate Introduction he troubled Austin State Hospital, once recommended for Building and Planning in Hyde Park: Tclosure, has found new life, thanks to state financing of a NCCD and Local Historic District 101, with Karen McGraw major rebuilding project at its present site bordering the Hyde It’s My Park! Day 2018 Update, by Jill Park neighborhood. Nokes of Friends of Shipe Park Its change of fortune began with a 2016 proposal by state senator Announcements Kirk Watson, a Hyde Park resident, to seize the opportunity created by the newly-established Dell Medical School to establish what he called an It’s My Park! Day 2018 “MD Anderson of the Brain” on the Guadalupe Street campus. His vi- sion was that ASH expand well beyond its current focus as a residential ark your calendars for Satur- facility for patients with severe mental illness to a center for compre- Mday, March 3, 2018. Between hensive brain health that includes a wide range of conditions affecting 9 am and noon, hundreds of vol- Texans such as concussions, PTSD, Alzheimer’s, and substance abuse. unteers will join together to clean Services would likewise more broadly encompass inpatient, outpatient, up and beautify the Shipe Park and preventive care and hopefully become a model for the nation. There and Ney Museum grounds. Volun- is a historic parallel in his proposal: the 1845 Texas Constitution mandat- teers are encouraged to arrive at ing public funding for treatment of mental illness was ahead of its time. 8:45 am, so that the work can begin When the Texas Lunatic Asylum (now ASH) was built in the 1850s, its promptly at 9:00. design in a park-like setting was purposely modeled on a contemporary Volunteers will aerate and reform movement that proffered a more effective and compassionate weed tree beds, spread mulch and plan for patient care. Dillo Dirt, remove invasive plant Senator Watson’s ASH proposal gained traction when the state species and debris, and otherwise Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) released the results improve the grounds. Live music of its feasibility study in the fall of 2016. Its report examined the costs and refreshments add a festive feel and benefits of numerous options, including moving the hospital and to the day. This is one community merging it with other mental health facilities. While the study made no event you won’t want to miss! specific recommendations, it found that keeping ASH on its current site Register to volunteer online on was the least costly option. In May, 2017, Senate Finance Committee the Austin Parks Foundation web members Watson and Charles Schwertner, a practicing physician repre- site at www.austinparks.org. All vol- senting parts of central and east Texas served by ASH, collaborated to unteers who register online get a press for funding to improve state mental health facilities. Their advoca- free T-shirt, so be sure to register cy emphasized better and more comprehensive care at lower costs, while early and indicate your size. You reducing the current reliance on jails and hospitals to house some Texans can also sign-up to volunteer on with mental illness. This bipartisan effort succeeded in earmarking $300 the day of the event. Last minute million in the 2018-19 budget for rebuilding state mental hospitals and volunteers are welcome. improving patient treatment. It’s easy! It’s fun! It’s communi- This January, the HHSC announced that the proposal to replace ty building! It’s My Park! Day. ASH at its current site has been approved; the first stage, the $15.5 mil- For information, contact Alison lion master plan, will be led by the Dell Medical School. Consistent with Young at alison@alisonyoungdesign. Senator Watson’s initial proposal for collaboration with stakeholder com. groups such as public mental health agencies, academic institutions, and Continued on page 9 From the Desk of the President ecently, I was able to see a pre-screening of The Post with Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep, Rhosted by the Texas Tribune. The film is now in theaters everywhere and is an engaging film. If you have not yet seen anything about the movie, it tells the story of the newsroom and ownership of the Washington Post as it wrestles with acquiring and publishing the Pentagon Papers. The Pentagon Papers showed that the federal government had, among other things, been lying to the public about the course of the Vietnam War. At this point, you might be ask- of the public could make informed will likely be on the agenda and ing yourself how this historical decisions. In fact, the Supreme we will try to provide some edu- movie relates to our neighborhood. Court, in its decision, reiterat- cation on the topic. But we should Well, I think the lessons that can be ed that it is the role of the press to all seek out other sources of infor- gleaned from the movie are equal- inform the public so that its mem- mation. As much as we wish that ly applicable today. As our world bers can make informed decisions we could provide all the education becomes more divided, we have to provide a check on democratic that Hyde Park residents need on a tendency to rely on facts that governments. Continued on page 15 only support our own opinions It is no different in our neigh- and denigrate facts that detract borhood; it is important for each Hyde Park or counter our positions as “fake of us to stay informed so that we Neighborhood news.” Just because one person too can provide a check on gov- Association says something does not mean that ernment, whether that is federal, his or her understanding is correct state, local, or even neighborhood P. O. Box 49427 • Austin, TX 78765 and we must work to educate our- government. There are a lot of top- www.austinhydepark.org selves. The movie drove home the ics being discussed at each level — HPNA Officers & Steering Committee — President importance of the facts and edu- that will have significant impact on • Reid Long...... [email protected] cating the public so that members our neighborhood, city, state, and Co-Vice Presidents • Betsy Clubine...... [email protected] country. • Sarah Cook...... [email protected] While I could fill volumes of Co-Secretary • Susan Marshall...... [email protected] Pecan Press Acting Co-Secretary • Bonnie Neel...... bonnie.neel@ The Pecan Press is published monthly by the this publication with my thoughts georgetownmtg.com Hyde Park Neighborhood Association in Austin, Texas. on these issues at the state and fed- Co-Treasurers • PO Box 49427, Austin, TX 78765 Advertusing deadline: 15th of the month preceding publication. eral level, I want to focus on local • Susanna Walker...... [email protected] Editorial deadline: 10th of the month preceding publication. • Lorre Weidlich...... [email protected] Editor issues here. CodeNEXT is the issue Additional Steering Committee Members: Lorre Weidlich [email protected] at the local level that will signifi- • Sharon Brown • Lisa Harris • Kevin Heyburn • Dorothy Poetry Editor Richter • Charlie Sawtelle • Phil Siebert • Karin Wilkins • Charlotte Herzele [email protected] cantly impact the lives of each and — HPNA Committees & Task Forces — Photo Editor every citizen of this city. The City AISD • Anne Hebert, [email protected] Lizzie Chen Alley Coordinator • Carol Burton, [email protected] Puzzle Editor of Austin’s rewrite of its land de- ASH (joint HPNA-CT committee) • John Williams, Steve Bratteng velopment code will impact what [email protected] Kid’s Corner can be built and where. Currently, Austin Neighborhoods Council Rep. • Lorre Weidlich (unfilled) Beautification • Robin Burch, [email protected] Production Manager & Advertising Director our neighborhood will see limited (903) 780-5275 Robert M. Farr, 731-0617, [email protected] direct impact under the most re- Church-Neighborhood Liaison • Kathy Lawrence, mail@ Payments for Ads kathylawrence.com HPNA, P.O. Box 49427, Austin, TX 78765 cent draft (as of this publication), CodeNEXT (joint HPNA-CT committee) • (unfilled) Distribution Coordinator because our NCCDs will be re- Crime & Safety • Carol Welder, [email protected] Rimas Remeza, 4105 Ave. F, 371-3158, [email protected] • Kristen Remeza, [email protected] Area Coordinators tained under the new code. While Development Review • David Conner, [email protected] N of 45th/W of Duval we will see only limited direct im- Finance • David Conner, [email protected] • Rosa Maria Lopez Reed ...... [email protected] Flooding • (unfilled) N of 45th/E of Duval pact, this does not mean that our Graffiti Patrol• Lisa Harris, [email protected] • Jay Gerard & Carrie Laughlin ...... 371-1546 neighborhood will not see chang- 420-0652 S of 45th/W of Speedway Homes Tour • Ellie Hanlon, [email protected] • Betsy Clubine...... [email protected] es. It is incumbent on each of us • Dave Bowen, [email protected] S of 45th/E of Speedway to inform ourselves of the impacts Membership • Sharon Brown, [email protected] • Martha Campbell...... 452-2815 of CodeNEXT on our city and our • Karen Saadeh, [email protected] neighborhood. At both our March Neighborhood Planning • Karen McGraw, [email protected] Neighborhood Outreach & Communications • Sharon Brown, and April meetings, CodeNEXT [email protected] Austin Police Department Parks & Public Space • Mark Fishman, [email protected] Hyde Park Liaisons Social • Sarah Cook, [email protected] Social Media Coordinator • Ellie Hanlon, Everett Beldin, #5323, Senior Police Officer...... [email protected] 512-974-1219...... [email protected] Tree Preservation • John Walewski, [email protected] Natalia Lee, Auto Theft Division...... Website • Graham Kunze, [email protected] 512-974-1346...... [email protected] Zoning • Dorothy Richter, 3901 Ave. G 452-5117

Page 2 — February 2018 — Pecan Press News from the Ney old January is over! February has arrived, and hopefully with a bit more warmth and Ccongeniality. That would be ideal because the Elisabet Ney Museum will open February with a very unique and interesting outdoor event. On Saturday and Sunday, Feb- prints on wires strung along Waller joined by other powerful works ruary 3 and 4, the museum will Creek, bisecting the Ney Muse- by Catherine Lee, both inside and produce BORDER|PROMISE. um’s grounds into its north and outside the museum. A Texan and south halves. internationally exhibited master You will real- sculptor and painter, Lee’s work ly need to be reflects time, permanence, and ma- here, partici- jestic nature along with intimate pating, to get reflections of ourselves. There will the full impact be an artist’s opening reception of the event. on Thursday, February 22, from The event will 6:30 to 8:30 pm, and an artist’s talk take place from on Saturday, February 24 at 2 pm. 1 to 4 pm both The exhibition will be on display days. BOR- through Sunday, May 6, 2018. DER|PROMISE Meanwhile, the photography is a part of exhibition AWXAW: Austin Wom- Print Austin, en by Austin Women, featuring the month-long five Austin women photographers’ printmakers’ portraits of Austin women at work, festival. For play, and contemplation will be in For BORDER|PROMISE, visitors more on Print place through Sunday, February will help San Antonio artists Luis Austin, visit www.printaustin.org. 19 at 5 pm, so please come check Valderas, Kim Bishop, and Paul Later in the month, the muse- it out. It’s a great show revealing Karma create enormous wood- um will celebrate the opening of multiple approaches, techniques, cut images printed on bedsheets Catherine Lee: The Ney Project. In intents, and stories, but all unit- by visitors walking on plywood this special exhibition, Hebrides #6, ed in their subject matter. It’s part board presses. Visitors will then Clach An Trushal, the monumen- of the FOTOATX 2018 Photogra- help construct a “border bandage” tal bronze monolith on loan from phy Festival. Learn more at www. by helping the artists hang the The Contemporary Austin, will be fotoatx.org.

Membership Information Submission Information Continued on page 14 • Membership in HPNA is open to all residents 18 years or older residing • Send your articles, letters, and photos by the 10th of each within the boundaries of Hyde Park or within 300 feet of its boundaries. month to Lorre Weidlich at [email protected]. • All memberships expire on September 30th of each year. Opinion articles & letters to the editor must not exceed 500 words. • New members and members who lapse in dues for over six months are eligible to vote at HPNA meetings 30 days after receipt of dues. • Send your poems to Charlotte Herzele at [email protected]. • Membership dues can be paid in several ways: By signing up at an All poems, even if written under a pen name, must include a name HPNA meeting or event, by mailing in the membership form, or by and contact information for identification and verification purposes. joining online using PayPal. To pay online, go to www.austinhydepark. org and click on the Join Now button. Dues paid online are $6.

Hyde Park Neighborhood Association Membership Form Name______Phone______Address______Notify me by email of HPNA meetings & events ______Dues per Person Standard - $5/yr. Check Mailing Address: Senior - $1/yr. Cash HPNA Membership P.O. Box 49427 New Member Date______Austin, Texas 78765 Renewing Member Amount______Make checks payable to HPNA.

Pecan Press — February 2018 — Page 3 Page 4 —February 2018 — Pecan Press Around & About the Avenues Save the Date for the Egg Scramble. The kids are back to school and the holiday decorations are finally packed away… and what? It’s already time to get ready for the Sixth Annual Hyde Park Egg Scramble! Mark it on your calendar for Satur- February day, March 31, 2018, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Shipe Park. 2 — Recycling Pickup This HPNA event, sponsored by Grande Communications, 3&4 — BORDER|PROMISE at the Ney Museum will have popcorn, snow cones, and cotton candy as well as 5 — HPNA Meeting many fun activities including egg hunts, a bounce house, a 8 — DRC Meeting face painter, and a balloon twister! If your child is going to 12 — Steering Committee Meeting participate in the egg hunt festivities, please drop off one 14 — Happy Valentines Day! dozen plastic eggs filled with age-appropriate treats any time 16 — Recycling Pickup between Saturday, March 24 and Friday, March 30 in the bins 22 — Opening Reception for Catherine Lee: The Ney Project at the Ney Museum marked by age group on the front porches at 4307 Avenue F and 4613 Duval Street. Interested in volunteering? Go to March our invitation page on SignUp.com: www.signup.com/login/ 3 — It’s My Park! Day at Shipe Park entry/1037031760693172049. Impeach Hyde Park Resident Recognized for Her Work in the Arts. Ann Graham, arts advocate and longtime Hyde Parker, was Austin Marathon Coming through Hyde Park. On Febru- recognized in a tweet by State Representative Gina Hinojosa ary 18, over 17,000 runners will be participating in the Austin for her work on the house bill that ensured transparency for Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K. While most of the mar- athon will take place south of Hyde Park, runners will be making their way as far north as 45th Street. The marathon begins early (wheelchair start is at 6:55 am) and the course of- ficially closes at 2 pm. Hyde Parkers should be aware of road closing during those hours. Trump Coyotes in Hyde Park? Repeated posting on both NextDoor and the Hyde Park listserv describe sightings of coyotes in the central city. While no posting to date describes a coyote sighting in Hyde Park, they do describe sightings around Waller Creek, so it’s not far-fetched to assume they make their the hotel occupancy tax, ensuring its availability for arts-relat- way up Waller Creek through Hyde Park. Coyotes have been ed programs. Congratulations and thanks, Ann! known to prey on cats and small dogs, so keeping pets safe inside is a good policy. If you catch sight of a coyote in Hyde its too Park, please report it to the Pecan Press (with date, time, and, Continued on page 14 if possible, a photo) before

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Page 6 —February 2018 — Pecan Press Preventing Auto Theft and Burglary in Hyde Park uto theft and burglary is rampant in the United AStates. In Austin alone, 4,338 vehicles were stolen and 8,635 were burglarized in 2016. The Auto Theft Division of the Austin Police Department sees a lot of cases where a burglar breaks into a car, finds keys to the second household car, and then steals it with those keys.

In Hyde Park, there were 13 auto thefts in 2017. While this is a pretty low number, the thefts were largely preventable: 10 of the cars were left unlocked and 3 had the keys left inside. In addition, there were 50 burglaries of vehicles, which only emphasizes the importance of keeping valuables out of sight or out of the car altogether. Unfortunately, there is often little evidence that can lead to an arrest in auto theft cases and vehicle owners incur all fees related to towing and storing their recovered vehicles. Having your vehicle stolen or burgled is certainly not a situation in which you want to find yourself. The top three most commonly stolen vehicles in Austin are Ford pickups, Honda Accords, and Chevy and GMC pickups. These stolen vehicles are often used in the commission of other crimes such as rob- beries, drug buys, and even terrorism. Nationwide, 97% of car thieves were charged with additional crimes and 48% of bank robberies involved a stolen vehicle. The good news is auto theft and burglary is large- ly preventable. More than half of stolen vehicles were left unlocked. Simply locking your door is a signifi- cant step towards preventing auto theft and burglary. Other effective means of protecting your car are the following: • Keep valuables out of sight. Keep them locked in the trunk or take them out of the car completely.

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Page 8 —February 2018 — Pecan Press Word Find ASHAnswers: Redevelopment Plans... 1)THE POST; 2)CAPTAIN…cont’d PHILLIPS; from page 1 Tom Hanks’ Movies 3)PHILADELPHIA; 4)TOY STORY; foundations providing mental health services in the T O M H A N K S O N S C R E E N 5)BRIDGE OF SPIES; 6)CAST AWAY; I C L A Y R O T S Y O T O S S O central Texas region, these resources now compose a steering7)VOLCANO; committee 8)SLEEPLESS; that will submit 9)SEATTLE; a master plan for B E H A V E B R A I N S A P E T a center10)PERDITION; for brain health 11)FORREST on the ASH GUMP; campus before A R I A P O L L O R A X I C H K the12)SULLY; 2019 legislative 13)APOLLO; session. The 14)CHARLIE HHSC estimates the R A I N R A I S E L C L E E R A finalWILSON’S; costs of construction 15)THE DA at VINCIbetween CODE $300 million and T O L D A L I E T O L D D E S I $400 million. H E L P G L I A L I O A W N S H Absent from the steering committee are stakehold- E D D Y E E D E H A V E O S S P ers for historic preservation. The ASH administration P A N D A U O P W I K I K E E L building, begun in 1857, has been identified by Pres- O R T H O W N F N I T E A S L E ervation Texas as the most important unrestored S U L L Y I A C S I L T S U P D antebellum building in the state. The campus also T I C K A D I T D P T S A V E A contains buildings dating to the early 20th century, in- cluding a dormitory for black female patients. Early P E P T I C A R S L I M O S E L workers at the state hospital resided in bungalows in E X P L O D E S E A L E A N L I the western district of Hyde Park, and the ASH cam- H A R D U P R O D U C E S I S H pus remains a precious bit of nature away from traffic C L E M P M U G T S E R R O F P greatly enjoyed by its neighbors. The excitement generated by the planned center (the number in parentheses = the number of letters in the for brain health might be contagious. Just days after answer) the HHSC announcement, two longtime supporters Clues: of the UT women’s basketball team pledged an un- 1. Re: Pentagon Papers. (3,4) precedented estate gift of $20 million to the athletic ______department to help fund a future Cecil Reynolds and 2. Somali pirates take over his ship. (7,8) Julia Hickman Center for Student-Athlete Brain & Be- ______havioral Health. According to an announcement by the Longhorn Foundation, the on-campus center will 3. City of brotherly love. (12) apply an interdisciplinary approach in partnership ______with Dell Medical School’s Department of Psychiatry 4. Voice of a cowboy. (3,5) ______and other UT departments and local medical provid- 5. The trade for Gary Powers. (6,2,5) ers to support the emotional well-being of students ______who face additional stress due to their unique roles 6. Meet his friend “Wilson.” (4,4) as athletes. The center will provide clinical services ______to assess and treat a wide range of conditions such as 7. Joe Versus the __?__ (7) anxiety, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, 8. plus #9, separated by “in” = insomnia in the and sports-related concussions. The gift will also en- dow a professorship in brain and behavioral health at northwest (9) ______Dell Medical School and fund research to support ev- 9. see #8. (7) ______idence-based approaches to education, prevention, 10. The Road to __?__ (9) ______and treatment. 11. Life = a box of chocolates? (7,4) — Susan Marshall ______12. Landing on the Hudson. (5) ged hig enga h scho ______nd ol c t a om 13. _____?_____ (6) an m br u 14. In Afghanistan: __?__ __?__ War. (7,7) vi n it ______A y 15. Robert Langdon reads the clues. (3,2,5,4) ______

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Page 10 —February 2018 — Pecan Press Hyde Park Poets Valentine’s Day (from Hallmark to you) St. Valentine is coming Tomorrow St. Valentine shoots arrows into Unsuspecting body parts Of hapless people Would-be lovers If they only knew

I got a Cupid’s arrow, once I felt it – I was giddy all over As I felt and heard myself F-L-I-R-T

Was it wonderful? Yes, it was. Did it hurt? No, it did not

I could have been one of those cartoons In which a character is tantalized, mesmerized And floats, on a magic stream, drawn Inextricably, to something or someone And is, literally, swept off feet, Floating to the source of said someone

What do I make of it now? That lover is dead But we shared magic And it lingers Memories decay__ ah, but Memories last forever

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Pecan Press — February 2018 — Page 13 Around & About the Avenues …cont’d from page 5

Hyde Park B’n’B Recognized. Strickland Arms, Hyde Park bed and breakfast at 604 E. 47th Street, was featured in an article on Austin Culture Map on January 19. The article, “10 nearby bed-and-breakfasts perfect for a romantic weekend getaway” by Deborah Hamilton-Lynne, said the following: “The former home of Judge John McCamy Patterson, Strick- land Arms was built in 1904. The house and grounds have been restored to include authentic accents, a beautiful entry- way, a formal dining room where breakfast is served, and a wraparound porch. The property’s gorgeous limestone patios and impressive gardens are shaded by massive pecan and oak trees, and it includes a modern pool and spa. Five rooms are available each furnished with period antiques. The inn is also within walking distance of several Hyde Park restau- rants as well as the Elisabet Ney Museum.” See www.austin. culturemap.com/news/travel/01-19-18-romantic-b-and-b-hotels- inns-near-austin-central-texas/ for the original article. late

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This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us Automobile Theft... and sent his Son …cont’d from page 7 as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. • Never leave your car running unattended, not even for a minute. Not only is it an invitation for thieves, 1 John 4:10 NIV it’s also against the law. You can be fined up to $200 dollars for leaving the key in the ignition of your unattended vehicle. Learn about God’s love • Invest in an alarm system. Vehicle tracking, alarm at the systems, and sensors that detect motion tamper- Church of Christ ing or glass breakage can both deter theft and help track your car if it’s stolen. in • Engrave your vehicle identification number (VIN) Hyde Park on your car windows, major parts, and expen-

sive accessories to make your car less desirable to thieves who want to sell it for parts. Austin Police 43rd & Avenue B Department offers this service for free and some in- surance companies offer discounts to clients who get their VIN etched. Sunday 9:30am Bible Study For more information about auto theft prevention, 10:30am Worship visit http://www.austintexas.gov/department/auto-theft. 6:00pm Worship — Natalia Lee Wednesday 7:00pm Bible Study Neighborhood Liaison, Austin Police Dept. www.hydeparkcoc.org 512-974-1346, [email protected]

Page 14 —February 2018 — Pecan Press President’s Desk... …cont’d from page 2 this subject, there is simply too much information, too many considerations, and too many varied scenari- os to process in one or two hour-and-a-half meetings. When we seek out these sources, we should be cogni- zant of the perspectives they bring and any inherent biases in the information that they present. Even the most diligent sources often have an inherent perspec- tive, and in some cases they are skewed and amount to little more than propaganda. since 1976! Finally, as we learn about these changes togeth- CENTRAL er, it is critical that we are tolerant of those who draw different conclusions from our own. Too often we Austin’s Original Deep Pan 603 W 29th

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Spacious 1923 Victorian house plus Tucked away down a private drive, 1910 Folk Victorian with many re- Rare opportunity– residential lot for garage apartment on oversized lot, this traditional style luxury town- cent updates– foundation, roof, sale in Hyde Park. Design and build 75’ x 125’. House has 4 BR, 3 BA, home has 3,186 SF with 3-4 BR, 3 plumbing, wiring. 2 BR, 1 BA plus your dream home on this beautiful 2 LIV, screened porch. Apartment is BA, 2 LIV, 2-car attached garage. detached 1 BR/ 1BA casita/guest tree-lined street. Lot size 53’ x 131’. 1 BR, 1 BA. Bonus workshop. Hardwoods, fireplace, two decks. house. Property backs up to creek. Listed at $1,150,000 Listed at $649,000 Listed at $459,000 Listed at $399,000

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2311 SHOAL CREEK BLVD. 4809 AVENUE H 4009 AVENUE D 4202 AVENUE C

Former home of Gov. Ann Richards. Two adorable homes on one lot. Classic 1925 Hyde Park bungalow Cute 1920s Hyde Park bungalow 1949 Mid-century modern architec- Main house is 3 BR, 2 BA, with new in heart of historic district. 2 BR, 1 featuring 2 BR, 1 BA plus separate ture near Caswell Tennis Courts. kitchen & baths. One-story guest BA, updated kitchen and hall bath, 1 BR, 1 BA garage apartment. 3,000 SF 3 BR, 2 BA, open floor house has 1 BR, 1 BA. Ideal for utility porch. Wood floors through- Both have hardwood floors and plan, beautiful yard, .384 acre lot. rental or extended family. out. One-car garage. many recent updates. Listed at $989,000 Listed at $649,000 Listed at $529,000 Listed at $529,500

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