486 12 th Street at Exchange
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In 1915, McNaughton and Raymond of Portland, designed The Franklin
Apartments, a three-story masonry structure in the early 20th Century
Colonial Revival style. The building was modern and luxurious for its
time, offering studio apartments with kitchens and full bathrooms in
each unit.
80
years
In 1922, Clark Gable began his acting
career at the Astoria Theater, located
at the northeast corner of 12th and
Exchange streets. The theater building
was destroyed in the great fire of that
same year.
In 1938, Dr. Frank Folwer
commissioned the construction of
a medical office at that location .
Constructed by Hellstrom and Mittet
in a modern design with art-deco
overtones, the building opened for
business in January of 1939. Dr.
Fowler’s growing medical practice
shared space for the next few decades
with Dr. Paul Walker’s dental practice.
Respected ophthalmologist Dr.
Banholzer remodeled the space in
1973 and operated his practice in the
main portion of the building, while
growing prize-winning orchids in the
basement.
Lower Columbia Hospice eventually
used the space as their administrative
offices for more than a decade.
A major renovation using a 1930’s art
deco motif was recently completed.
The original floor-plan was restored,
using as many original materials as
possible, with recycled materials from
local buildings of similar vintage used
as necessary.
486 12th Street is currently occupied
by Klean Treatment Centers, and is
Proudly Managed by Sean Fitzpatrick
of Wecoma Partners, Ltd.
Located adjacent to Astoria’s Downtown at 1432 Franklin Avenue, the
building fortunately survived the fire of 1922 that destroyed so many
properties in the nearby business district. Also fortunate, The Franklin
Apartments had very few owners and very few modifications during its
first 100 years.
Most apartments retain original woodwork, doors and window trim. Tall
ceilings and large, fully-functioning double-hung six-, nine- or twelve-
over-one windows allow considerable light into the units. Kitchens have original cabinets, some with
glass in the cupboard doors and/or the original drain-boards in place. Claw-foot tubs sit on hexagon tile
floors. Other original, unique features abound, including marble faced entry and an antiquated intercom
system in working condition.
An exterior renovation of The Franklin Apartments has been ongoing since Sean Fitzpatrick and Anne
Carpenter purchased the building in 2016. The scaffold has made its way around the building this past
year, with tuck-pointing of the mortar and new paint on the windows and trim.
Watch as we continue to revitalize the natural beauty of this local landmark!
1432 Franklin Avenue, Astoria • 503-325-5678
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Proudly managed by Community Property Management
103
years
Please call 503-325-2280 for more information.
The Illahee Apartments
49
years
Great Views!
Comfortably Appointed
spent over ten years planning and
designing the most up to date
apartment complex in the Pacific
Close to Everything!
Northwest. Construction began in
1968 on the block bordered by 10th,
In the 1950’s, prominent Astoria
architect Ebba Wicks Brown believed 11th, Franklin and Grand. Albert J
that downtown Astoria needed a top- Mittet- whose father built the Fowler
quality modern apartment complex, Clinic building at 486 12th Street 30
years earlier- partnered and acted as
as The Franklin Apartments had
general contractor.
been in 1915. Using The Franklin
as inspiration, her dream was to
In 1969 The Illahee Apartments
exceed all expectations, providing
opened. Since 2004, Sean Fitzpatrick
futuristic architecture with modern
and Anne Carpenter have proudly
conveniences and unsurpassed views
owned and operated the Illahee
in a superior downtown location.
Apartments, passionately maintaining
Her passion was so great that she
The Illahee’s history while providing
Simplify Your Life
a superior downtown housing
experience for those who appreciate
a convenient location and exceptional
Columbia River views.
After 49 years with only three
owners, The Illahee remains the Most
Respected River View Apartment
Complex in Downtown Astoria.
Why live anywhere else?
Stop by our office located at 1046 Grand Avenue, corner of 11th Street,
or call us directly at 503-325-2280
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The Morton Nelson Building,
built in 1924, was the home of
J. C. Penney Co. in Downtown
Astoria for almost 90 years.
JCP made the unfortunate
decision in 2017 to close the
Astoria location, and in 2018
the building changed hands.
Sean Fitzpatrick and chef Chris
Holen are collaborating to
repurpose the building into an
indoor market place. Unique food and beverage vendors will occupy the
main floor, while retail and other activities will be provided in the mezza-
nine and basement.
With access to both Commercial and Duane Streets, the building will
serve locals with compelling experiences as the Astoria Oregon Market
Place.
Follow our progress on our Facebook page and in the Daily Astorian!