Rugby Road-University Corner Historic District

34 University Cir

Jordan House, Ca. 1910-13

FrameContributes to the historic character of the district

1910–1913
18001850190019502000

From the National Register nomination

Detached dwelling. Bungalow/Craftsman. Ca. 1910-13. Frame with stucco and wood-shingle cladding; 1½ stories; pyramidal roof with pedimented front cross-gable; asymmetrical 4-bay front; recessed 2-bay front porch. Grouped windows; geometric glazing; exposed, shaped rafter ends; 3-sided front bay window. This well-designed example of the Bungalow style was built for Dr. Harvey E. Jordan, Professor of Histology and Embryology at UVa.

City historic survey

People

  • Dr. Harvey E. Jordan original owner (Professor of Histology and Embryology at UVa; house built for him)