The Avalon: A Beautiful Bungalow at an Affordable Price
As the “Tiny House” grows in popularity, I’m forever surprised that some of these old Sears designs are not being re-invented and re-created. Some of the designs - such as the Avalon - are just as pretty as they can be, making optimal use of small spaces.
In the 1920s, apparently many other folks thought so, too.
The Avalon was offered from 1920 - 1928, and judging by the number of these found in America’s cities, this was a popular design for Sears.
Looking at the photos below, I’d love to know - how many of these Avalon homeowners knew that they had a kit house?
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Sears Avalon (1928)
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Smart floor plan, too!
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In the 1928 catalog, they showed this image of a screened-in porch.
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The Avalon - from the 1928 catalog.
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A picture-perfect Avalon in Perry, Oklahoma. My oh my, what a pretty house. And I love the colors! Photo is copyright 2012 Kendale Benton and may not be used or reproduced without written permission.
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Another view of the world's most perfect Avalon. Photo is copyright 2012 Kendale Benton and may not be used or reproduced without written permission.
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This Avalon is in Dekalb, Illinois. Photo was taken in 2002.
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Another perfect Avalon. This one is in Raleigh, NC.
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Dale Wolicki found this Avalon in Park Ridge, Illinois. Photo is copyright 2012 Dale Wolicki and may not be used or reproduced without written permission.
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Even Virginia has an Avalon. I found this one in Richmond, and it's also in beautifully original condition. Note the three vents on the side gable and the detail on the chimney.
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