M. E. Blanton House, Historic house in Aloha, United States.
Description
The M. E. Blanton House is a two-and-a-half-story Craftsman building with horizontal lap siding and a hip roof featuring ornamental trusses. The structure now operates as a law office and sits along Southwest 170th Avenue, just south of Tualatin Valley Highway.
History
The house was built in 1912 by road grader M. E. Blanton and witnessed rapid growth in the area following the arrival of Southern Pacific Railroad service. It remains a marker of the transformations the region underwent during that period.
Culture
The residence reflects the American Craftsman architectural movement through its dark woodwork, built-in furniture, and characteristic Arts and Crafts design elements. These details remain visible and shape the impression when entering the building.
Practical
The building is visible from the street, but visitors should be aware it operates as a private office today and access inside may be limited. Those interested in viewing the exterior architecture can easily spot it from the parking area along Southwest 170th Avenue.
Did you know?
The property once held the only swimming pool in Aloha and maintains its original interior layout with seven bedrooms across its upper levels. These features reveal something about the wealth and status of early residents in the community.
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