Photo credits: A big thank you to Johnathan J. Stegeman
Denver Squares, aka American Foursquares, are plentiful throughout Denver neighborhoods. The Silver Crash of 1889 called on simpler times. As a result, the Denver Square replaced many of the opulent homes in the Victorian era as the home style of choice.
The photo reveals the abundance of varieties within the basic Square which vary by price, neighborhood and added adornments.
The Square in the upper left photo brings additional features found in the Classical revival period. In the upper right corner, an added tower graces the basic Denver Square. Each photo on the bottom captures the essence of the typical Foursquare.
Dominant features found in the Denver Foursquare:
Cubed or boxy shaped structure
Dormer window centered on the roof
Pyramidal shaped, hipped roof
Broad porch surrounded by columnar supports
An “open floor-plan” when compared to its Victorian era predecessor
Usually 2-stories
Typically 4 rooms upstairs and 4 rooms downstairs
Where to find Denver Squares in Denver neighborhoods:
Cheesman Park, Capitol Hill (northern section), Country Club, Platt Park, Washington Park, and Uptown.
Feel free to contact me to assist you in selling or purchasing a Denver Square.
Michelle A. Potter
Denver Realtor
RE/MAX Professionals
