Alexander Foster House

The three-story wood-frame residence features extended eaves supported by carved brackets, paneled pilasters at building corners, and a broad tower with hip roof.

Built around 1860 for lumber dealer Alexander Foster, this residence emerged during the initial development phase of Laurel Street, which was originally platted in 1843.

The residence design follows the Italian villa concept published in pattern books by architect Andrew Jackson Downing, influencing American residential architecture in the 1800s.

The property maintains its location at the northeast corner of Laurel and Greene Streets, with coordinates at latitude 42.384444 and longitude -71.104167.

The rectangular sash windows display bracketed lintels and sills, while a distinctive round-arch window stands near the gable peak of the structure.

Location: Somerville

Inception: 1860

Architectural style: Italianate architecture

Made from material: clapboard

Address: 45 Laurel Street

GPS coordinates: 42.38444,-71.10417

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25