John Sterling Smith House
Originally built in 1855 as a one-story dog-trot structure, this house was purchased in 1873 by John Sterling and Claytonia Smith. Their son, John Sterling Smith, Jr., a community leader, businessman, and cotton farmer, had the home remodeled to its current Queen Anne style appearance in 1910. It is the last remaining house of its style in Chappell Hill. Its features include an octagonal tower, second floor gables and dormers, and a curvilinear porch.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
30.1431° N, 96.2537° W
Where to Find It
On Chesnut St. near intersection with Church St., Chappell Hill.
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi E Applewhite House Chappell Hill
- 0.1 mi SE Methodist Church Chappell Hill
- 0.1 mi S Site of Chappell Hill College Chappell Hill
- 0.2 mi S Chappell Hill Female College Bell Chappell Hill
- 0.2 mi NE Waverly Chappell Hill
- 0.2 mi W Julius Yanch Home Chappell Hill