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John Scott House (2) - Photos

A view of the John Scott House at 640 West Canfield Street, designed by John Scott and built in 1879, West Canfield Historic District - Photo from Feb. 26, 2026

The second John Scott House as seen from W. Canfield Ave. in April 2023.

A view of the John Scott House at 640 West Canfield Street, designed by John Scott and built in 1879, West Canfield Historic District - Photo from Apr. 15, 2023

Front entrance detail

A view of the John Scott House (center) at 640 West Canfield Street, designed by John Scott and built in 1879, West Canfield Historic District - Photo from Feb. 26, 2026