Downtown in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Toltec Apartments

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 8, 2023

1. Toltec Apartments Marker

Inscription. Designed by Ernest P. Behles and built by the Gordon-Jones construction company, the three-story concrete and masonry Toltec apartment house was constructed in 1913 for Dr. Augustus Maverick, who was tragically murdered before its completion. The Maverick family played an important role in San Antonio’s early downtown development. Tenants included family members who owned the property until 1996. Prominent aspects of the building include its U-shaped layout, white stone detailing on the exterior red brick, and a concrete and cast iron staircase that rises from the basement to the third floor. Constructed in early 20th century Classical Revival style, the building’s distinct architectural integrity is preserved in its original design, hardware and finishes.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark – 2014

Erected 2014 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 17893.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.

Location. 29° 25.82′ N, 98° 29.284′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Downtown. Marker is on Auditorium

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Circle north of Jefferson, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 110 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio TX 78205, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Maverick-Carter House (within shouting distance of this marker); Missions in the San Antonio River Valley (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); The San Antonio River (about 500 feet away); The River in the 1900s (about 500 feet away); River Communities (about 500 feet away); The River in the 1800's (about 500 feet away); The Hugman Dam (about 500 feet away); Mayor Maury Maverick Mural (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Antonio.

Also see . . .
1. The Toltec (PDF). National Register of Historic Places nomination for the building, which was listed in 2010. (Prepared by Maria Watson Pfeiffer; via National Archives) (Submitted on October 28, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

2. Toltec was among city's first apartments. The 14-unit building, with its original wood trim, tile and terrazzo floors, and red exterior with white cast stone detailing, was among the city's first apartment buildings. (Scott Huddleston, San Antonio Express-News, April 21, 2010; via MySanAntonio.com) (Submitted on October 28, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 8, 2023

2. Toltec Apartments Marker

Toltec Apartments image. Click for full size.

Al Rendon (from National Register of Historic Places nomination) via National Archives (Public Domain), 2010

3. Toltec Apartments

Credits. This page was last revised on October 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 70 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 28, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.