DUPLEX, 99 EDMUND STREET

Statement of Significance

Aesthetically significant as a fine example of Fremantle’s vernacular architecture. Typical attached pair of cottages dating from the early twentieth century. Historically significant as a representation of working people’s living conditions in the Fremantle area.

Physical Description

Single storey rendered with ashlar effect quoining duplex. The sides have painted brick, stone and weatherboard sections behind the façade. There is a parapet with a central pediment, featuring decorative stucco swags fronting the corrugated iron roof. The dropped veranda is supported by metal columns (not original).

History

Edmund Street was named for Sir Edmund R Fremantle, a nephew of Sir Charles Fremantle the founder of the city. Edmund served with Sir Charles as Flag Lieutenant from 1858 – 1861. He died in 1929 at the age of 93. Edmund Street was gazetted on the 25 May 1922 and was previously known as Marmion Road.
Lot 2 of 27 is recorded as having three cottages on it in 1900. All belonged to Frances Pike, a widow who lived in one of the cottages.

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