Susanna Cary Rental Property // c.1884

Isaac Harris Cary’s land holdings adjacent to Forest Hills Cemetery in Jamaica Plain, Boston, saw a surge in value when the cemetery and Forest Hills Station were constructed, opening up the area for development. After Isaac’s death in 1881, his unmarried daughter Susanna, built this large Second Empire style building contributes to the varied 19th century architecture of the street. This double-house was constructed around 1884, seemingly as a rental property which provided Susanna income while residing nearby. The two units suffer from some deferred maintenance, but are excellent examples of the Second Empire style in a double-house form.

2 thoughts on “Susanna Cary Rental Property // c.1884

  1. Margaret O June 9, 2022 / 10:49 pm

    My great great grandmother lived in 16 Yale Terrace in the early 1900’s as a teenager. Do you know if there are any photos of what the inside of the home looked like? I would love to see.

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