Historical May 1981 report or notice. Original dates, prices and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
Former University City residents, Gail and Rick Hellan moved into the neighborhood in the summer of 1978.
A real estate ad in The Paper is what interested the Hellans in the Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhood.
The spacious size of the rooms, the beautiful art glass, and unusual original light fixtures are several of the things that they really liked about the house.
Major renovation of the house was done by a previous owner but much of the decorating and cosmetic updating was done by Rick and Gail.
This lovely three story home hosts four fireplaces and lots of rich natural woodwork.
The dining room has a beamed ceiling and a unique fireplace with built-in china cabinet.
On the second, floor a sitting room adjoins the master bedroom. Contemporary furnishings have been tastefully combined with family antiques for an interesting effect.
The Hellan’s two sons, Brandon, 10, and Adam, 5, also have their bedrooms on the second floor.
The bathroom which retains the original fixtures has been perked up with colorful ceramic tile.
The third floor has a large comfortable playroom across the front of the house. Large walk-in closets provide lots of storage at either end of the playroom.
Another large walk-in storage room has been converted into an efficient and comfortable office.
A quaint but spacious guest room completes the third floor.
Gail and Rick are both active in the neighborhood.
Gail is on the staff of The Paper and Rick is involved in numerous neighborhood activities.
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6116 Kingsbury. Photograph by King Schoenfeld. The Paper, May 1981, page 7.
Originally published in The Paper, May 1981.
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Original source: SD_Times1981_05.pdf, printed page(s) 7; PDF page(s) 7.
