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E) Property Description Describe the nominated property, first with an overall written sketch of the building and its site, then a discussion the features that create the historical appearance of the property. These features may include setting, design, style, special details and craftsmanship and interior finishing. If possible, describe any changes that have occurred over time and how these changes have affected the historical character of the building. The Sittig House at 1927 Rucker Ave., Everett, WA 98201 is a Northwest Stick vernacular home built in 1893. Few houses this old are still standing in Everett and this may be the northernmost. That it was built this far north (nearly 10 blocks) of Hewitt Ave., Everett's main east-west street, is remarkable in itself. It appears in on the Brown Engineering 1893 map. The house appears to look much as it did when built. Siding, windows and details appear to be original. There have been no major exterior changes so the historical integrity of the structure has not been compromised. F) Statement of Significance Discuss how the property is significant to or aids in the understanding of Everett history. Home appeared in Centennial Structures: Everett's 100-Year-Old Buildings, published by the Everett Historical Commission in 1993. Little is known about the original owners John F. and Sophie M. Sittig,who lived here for only a short time. He was a clergyman according to the marriage certificate and a teamster at some point. Among the longest living here were the Shlessgers, Wenzlicks,Johnsons, Nguyens and Shepards. Paul F. and Mary Shlessger lived here approximately from 1928 to 1938. He was a gardener. John A. and Agnes C. Wenzlick lived here approximately from 1938 to 1956. It appears that he was a millworker and logger and perhaps both were electricians. Frank J. and Diana C.Johnson lived here approximately from 1958 to 1977. He was a carpenter when they moved in, but for most of their years here they were retired. Min N. and Long Nguyen lived here approximately from 1982 to 1989. Min was an engineer at John Fluke Co. Alan C.Jordan has probably lived here the longest,from approximately 1996 to present (2018). This property is significant because of its style and appearance. It is located in the northern part of the historic Bayside Neighborhood. It is also a contributing property in the Rucker-Grand Historic Overlay Zone. The nomination is on the merits of the exterior of the structure. The original drop siding is on the house. Some original windows are in the house. It appears that original roof brackets and soffits are intact. Accompanying pictures show these details.