Knittel House, Houston, Texas
historic place
The Knittel House is a historic place in Harris County, Houston, Texas. This residence was constructed in 1906. It is located at 1601 Ashland Street, within the Houston Heights neighborhood. Houston Heights was an independent, incorporated community from 1896 to 1918, and is recognized for its distinctive turn-of-the-century residential architecture. The Knittel House exemplifies this period's design. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on June 22, 1983, specifically for its architectural significance. The house contributes to the historical character of the Houston Heights area, preserving a tangible link to the community's early development.