About this property
The Washington Apartments are a historic apartment complex in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The property is notable as a well-preserved example of early 20th-century apartment construction in the city, along with the Eller Apartments and Newlander Apartments. The apartments were built in 1916 by local businessman James D. Eakin and, as of 1981, had remained relatively unaltered.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 82003319. It was listed on February 19, 1982.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Washington Apartments listed on the National Register?
Washington Apartments was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 19, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Washington Apartments?
Washington Apartments is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Washington Apartments?
The period of significance for Washington Apartments is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1916.
Can I research the history near Washington Apartments?
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