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The John Nenno House, built in 1907–1908, is a prominent two-story Craftsman Bungalow with Colonial Revival elements that reflects Placentia’s early agricultural roots. John Nenno originally purchased the 9-acre ranch in 1892, where he built a smaller home and planted citrus before constructing the larger residence. The Nenno family was active in the community and frequently hosted gatherings at the home. In later years, the house was used as a fraternity residence before being modified into an office building.
The A.S. Bradford House, built in 1902 in the Colonial Revival style, is a two- story, 15-room residence that reflects the lifestyle of Placentia’s prosperous ranch families. Donated to the City in 1971, the home was restored by the Placentia Founders Society beginning in 1977. Today, it closely resembles its original appearance and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognized as a Point of Historical Interest by Orange County, and designated a City of Placentia landmark.
The John Wagner House, built in 1907–08 by John and Lena Wagner on 27 acres inherited in 1902, is a rare concrete “outsize” Craftsman Bungalow. Later finished with stucco, the home reflects the Wagner family’s prominence in Placentia. John, his twin Joseph, and their siblings Charles, Lucy (Ortega), and Josephine (Berkenstock) were influential in the City’s early development, symbolizing prosperity built through generations in the transportation and citrus industries.
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