Quaint little fixer upper

**EastsideAl** · May-23-21, 01:02 AM

Originally Posted by jiminnm

The listing says it was built in 1928.

There were a bunch of these Spanish/Moorish style apartment buildings built around the city in the 1920s. Especially in this near west side area around Dexter and Linwood. They were a distinctive feature of the city's architecture, but they are, unfortunately, quickly disappearing. It would be a shame to lose this striking example.

**Richard** · May-23-21, 01:24 PM

Originally Posted by EastsideAl

There were a bunch of these Spanish/Moorish style apartment buildings built around the city in the 1920s. Especially in this near west side area around Dexter and Linwood. They were a distinctive feature of the city's architecture, but they are, unfortunately, quickly disappearing. It would be a shame to lose this striking example.

That’s why it caught my eye,it’s rare to see moorish revival on that smallish scale , usually large institutions in this country,Ringling Circus mansion,University of Tampa,libraries etc.

I agree it would be a shame to lose it and it would be hard pressed to find other similar examples in the country,very unique.

I wish the LB would revisit their policies,as it is it discourages private investment,it is feasible as a non profit with taxpayer funds and fed funds,but the city suffers by losing the tax base it would generate as a for profit,to many burdens on the existing taxpayers with no return.