About this property
The Valentine–Varian House is a historic house located in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx, New York City. Built in 1758 by Isaac Valentine, it is the Bronx's second oldest house and oldest remaining farmhouse. The house remained in the Varian family, which included Isaac Varian, the 63rd Mayor of New York City until 1905, when it was sold.
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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 78001841. It was listed on March 20, 1978.
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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 Valentine-Varian House listed on the National Register?
Valentine-Varian House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 20, 1978.
What type of historic resource is Valentine-Varian House?
Valentine-Varian House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Valentine-Varian House?
The period of significance for Valentine-Varian House is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1758.
Can I research the history near Valentine-Varian House?
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