Established as the 1909 residence of civic leader Richard Friedrich, this storied estate in the heart of the Dignowity Hill Historic District is a rare opportunity to own, restore, and steward a significant piece of San Antonio's industrial and cultural legacy. Offered strictly as-is, it presents a rare opportunity to revitalize a one-of-a-kind historic landmark.
The estate includes three distinct structures situated on an oversized lot. The stately two-story main residence retains its original architectural character, including period wood flooring and a rare early-1900s built-in "cold closet," a nod to the Friedrich family's refrigeration heritage. Behind the main home, the grounds feature a two-story carriage house and an additional detached stone-facade structure currently utilized for storage.
One of the property's most significant improvements has already been completed: the roofs on both the main residence and carriage house were replaced in 2020. A professional roof inspection completed in July 2026 confirmed the shingles are healthy, watertight, and free of observable damage. Roof inspection report available upon request.
The backyard includes a large in-ground concrete pool structure, offering an expansive footprint for future outdoor recreation or restoration. From the rear of the property, enjoy glimpses of the downtown San Antonio skyline through the mature tree canopy. Located just minutes from the Pearl District, downtown San Antonio, and major transportation corridors, this property represents a rare combination of documented history, architectural character, and untapped potential within San Antonio's first exclusive residential neighborhood.
Property Details
- Interior
- Built In Features, Cedar Closets, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, French Doors Atrium Doors, High Ceilings, Interio
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Cooling
- 1
- Heating
- Central, See Remarks
- Cooling Features
- Central Air, Ceiling Fans, See Remarks
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3.5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- View
- City
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, See Remarks, Trees Medium Size
- Lot Description
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, See Remarks, Trees Medium Size
- Pool
- 1
- Pool Description
- In Ground, See Remarks
- Pool Features
- In Ground, See Remarks
- Exterior Features
- Balcony
- Exterior Materials
- Balcony
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 4608.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 0.2456
- Parking Features
- Carport
- Parking Spaces
- 3.0
- Parking Type
- Carport
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 0.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Property Subtype Additional
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1927
- Foundation
- Pillar Post Pier, See Remarks
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle, See Remarks
- Sewer Information
- Public Sewer
- Utility Source
- Public
- Utility Features
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, See Remarks, Water Connected
- Appliances
- See Remarks
- Subdivision
- Dignowity Hill Historic District
- Community Features
- Suburban
- School District
- San Antonio Isd
- Elementary School
- Outside School District
- Middle School
- Outside School District
- High School
- Brackenridge
- County
- Bexar
- Region
- San Antonio
- Original List Price
- $410,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 118
Location
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Listed by Brandon Hauser (#762975)
Listing Office: Team West Real Estate LLC (#5456)
