Southside Place
Southside Place by Kate McCormick, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on July 28, 2014, offers a detailed exploration of a unique Houston neighborhood. This 130-page book delves into the history of Southside Place, a subdivision established in 1924 by Edward Lilo Crain, who innovatively combined the roles of real estate investor, developer, and builder. The narrative highlights Crain’s vision in creating a community that featured prefabricated catalog homes and a central park, which became a defining characteristic of the area.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of the early city planning efforts that set Southside Place apart, including its amenities such as a swimming pool, tennis court, and clubhouse, all designed for the private use of residents. The book provides insights into the historical context of the subdivision within the broader themes of local history and urban development in the Southwest United States. Through this focused examination, Southside Place presents a significant chapter in the evolution of Houston’s residential landscape.
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In 1924, Edward Lilo Crain platted Southside Place, a 329-lot subdivision on the soggy prairie just west of bustling downtown Houston. Ahead of his time, Crain combined the roles of real estate investor, developer, and builder, establishing Southside Place with prefabricated catalog homes. The neighborhood’s most defining attribute, however, is the 1.5-acre park Crain created as its geographic and civic center. This thoughtful early attempt at city planning made Southside Place the first Houston subdivision to provide a swimming pool, tennis court, clubhouse, and park for the private use of residents.
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