THE HOME, IN THE LISTING AGENT’S WORDS
A closer look.
Established as the 1909 residence of civic leader Richard Friedrich, this storied estate in the heart of the Dignowity Hill Historic District is a rare opportunity to own, restore, and steward a significant piece of San Antonio's industrial and cultural legacy. Offered strictly as-is, it presents a rare opportunity to revitalize a one-of-a-kind historic landmark.
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The estate includes three distinct structures situated on an oversized lot. The stately two-story main residence retains its original architectural character, including period wood flooring and a rare early-1900s built-in "cold closet," a nod to the Friedrich family's refrigeration heritage. Behind the main home, the grounds feature a two-story carriage house and an additional detached stone-facade structure currently utilized for storage.
One of the property's most significant improvements has already been completed: the roofs on both the main residence and carriage house were replaced in 2020. A professional roof inspection completed in July 2026 confirmed the shingles are healthy, watertight, and free of observable damage. Roof inspection report available upon request.
The backyard includes a large in-ground concrete pool structure, offering an expansive footprint for future outdoor recreation or restoration. From the rear of the property, enjoy glimpses of the downtown San Antonio skyline through the mature tree canopy. Located just minutes from the Pearl District, downtown San Antonio, and major transportation corridors, this property represents a rare combination of documented history, architectural character, and untapped potential within San Antonio's first exclusive residential neighborhood.
THE DETAILS THAT SHAPE YOUR DAY
Reported property facts
- Property type
- Residential
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Living area
- 4,608 (units not reported)
- Lot acres
- 0.2456
- Year built
- 1927
- Parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 0
Schools reported in the listing
- High schoolBrackenridge
- Middle schoolOutside School District
- DistrictSan Antonio Isd
- ElementaryOutside School District
Verify assignment with the relevant district for the exact address, program and school year. These source-reported names are not ratings or an enrollment guarantee.
Features & finishes
lot
See Remarks · Back Yard · Front Yard · Level · Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
pool
See Remarks · In Ground
roof
See Remarks · Asphalt · Shingle
view
See Remarks · City · Skyline
patio
See Remarks · Covered · Front Porch · Porch
sewer
Public Sewer
levels
Two
cooling
See Remarks · Ceiling Fan(s) · Central Air
fencing
See Remarks · Back Yard · Chain Link · Wood
heating
See Remarks · Central
parking
Carport
exterior
Balcony
flooring
Carpet · Linoleum · Tile · Wood
interior
See Remarks · Built-in Features · Cedar Closet(s) · Ceiling Fan(s) · Ceiling-High · Crown Molding · Entrance Foyer · Interior Steps · Natural Woodwork · Pantry · Storage · Walk-In Closet(s)
security
See Remarks · Fire Escape
community
Suburban
utilities
See Remarks · Electricity Connected · Natural Gas Connected · Sewer Connected · Water Connected
appliances
See Remarks
waterfront
None
water Source
Public
construction
See Remarks
accessibility
None
