Dryden Historic District

The Dryden Historic District is a residential neighborhood in North Park containing around 136 homes that line 28th Street and Pershing Avenue. The homes date from the early 1900s to the 1920s and feature a mix of architectural styles with original details from that era.

The homes were built in the early 1900s when North Park became a popular residential area. The district gained official historic status in 2011, recognizing the value of these early residential designs.

The neighborhood is named after architect David Owen Dryden, who designed many of the homes here. His work shapes the character of the streets and shows how local architects influenced residential design in the early 1900s.

The neighborhood spans several blocks and is easy to explore on foot, especially if you want to look at the homes from the outside. Visitors can walk the streets anytime to see the varied architecture, with the best views from public sidewalks.

The homes display a remarkable mix of architectural styles such as Victorian, Craftsman, Spanish Revival, and early California Ranch, all side by side on the same streets. This variety in one place shows how tastes and building techniques changed quickly during this construction period.

Location: California

GPS coordinates: 32.74360,-117.13400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:28