Alameda’s Spite House
Alameda Spite House - front and side view
Alameda Spite House - rear view
Yesterday, while at an inspection of a home I just sold in Alameda, I was told about a “spite house” only a few doors away. Built to “spite” a neighbor, at only ten feet wide, it is the narrowest house I have ever seen. Online research reveals that there are other spite houses around the country, each with their own fascinating history.
Unfortunately, the sun was not in the best position for my photos, but here are links to others, and where you can read more about these structures:
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