Historic Powell House in Nevada City
(November 2011)
Powell House, at 203 South Pine Street, was originally a Baptist church where the famous Gold Rush singer Emma Nevada got her start singing as a child. Owner Brad Croul purchased the place from previous owner Andrea Kitay, who had started renovations to the building. After a couple of years worth of planning and renovation, the historic Powell House is finally finished and ready to rent.
Apparently, the two front doors on Pine Street and large braces under the third story balcony were the only original material left. Some of the damaged original stained glass windows were used to create similar windows. Brad would like to incorporate the originals into the interior on the main floor. There are three studio apartments available for rent, which are between 475 square feet to 496 square feet, and range from $800 to $875. Each unit has its a washer and dryer, as well as small kitchens with new appliances. Interested renters can reach Collins Property Management at cooinsprop@sbcglobal.net.
The third floor has two 860 square feet, one-bedroom luxury apartments, which Brad said are already rented to tenants. Both have granite and marble counters, bamboo floors, curved ceilings, central heat and air and washer and dryers. The plan was to include all the modern conveniences to make the place safe and efficient. The second, or main floor is completed as open space that can be converted into commercial space.The new Powell House is a beautiful, inspiring addition to Nevada City's landscape.