Historic Downtown Stamford – Living In “Little New York”

by | May 9, 2014 | Real Estate

When looking for an apartment, why not set your sights on the historic downtown area? This is the central business district of the city. Economically thriving, it is a vibrant area where the present and the past meet amicably. Here, you can find high rise and low rise structures, historic buildings and modern structures. It is a place to live, do business, dine and shop.

Downtown Architecture

If you take the time to wander through the downtown historic district, you are able to view a wide cross-section of many different types of architectural styles. The buildings embrace everything that marked the eras of between the late 19th and modern styles. Among the most noted styles are:

  • Late Victorian
  • Late Gothic Revival
  • Art Deco
  • Commercial Vernacular
  • Revivals of the late 19th and 20th centuries
  • Pre- 1930s commercial and institutional buildings

There are even preserved buildings representing commercial enterprises of the centuries including warehouses, laundries, and stables.

Specific Buildings

For those who want to focus on specifics, it is not far from the average apartment for rent, to the following architectural gems.

  • One Atlantic Street (1931) – This building of red brick and white marble features both exteriors and interior Art Deco details. Inside, on the ground floor, you can see finely executed murals
  • Gurley Building (1924) – This eight-story structure is also known as the Valeur Building. Designed by Edward B. Stratton, it is best described as “Sullivanesque.”
  • Avon Theatre or Film Center (1939) – This historic landmark features a brick facade with marble trim. The style mixes together Neo-Colonial and Art Deco styles. Its lavish interiors are the perfect setting for films of all types
  • Old Town Hall (1905-1907) – Executed in the Beaux Arts style
  • Weed’s Hall (1886) – This narrow building is five-stories tall. Its claim to fame is being the only building with a cast iron facade
  • Ferguson Library (1910) – This two-story brick structure designed by Egerton Swartwout is in the Georgian Revival style
  • 15 Bedford Street (1932) – A commercial building. It is executed in the Art Deco style

Library Apartments (1930) – This is a three-story building. Its final storey features window spandrels with triglyph fluting

If you are looking for an apartment for rent in Stamford, why not consider Historic Downtown. The architecture is amazing, combining the old with the new. It also offers you opportunities to enjoy fine dining, international and classic movies and local festivities. It is a great place not only to live but also to work and play.

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