Walter Scott Montgomery House
Perched elegantly at 314 South Pine Street in Spartanburg, the Walter Scott Montgomery House is a gracious embodiment of early 20th‑century Colonial Revival charm. Designed in 1909 by renowned architect George Franklin Barber—a master of mail‑order designs—and built by the Fiske‑Carter Construction Company, this stately 2½‑story frame residence is adorned with a warm yellow brick veneer and crowned with a distinctive red tile roof.
The front façade welcomes you with a commanding portico and richly detailed leaded‑glass windows, while inside, the finely crafted plaster ornamentation speaks to the care and artistry that went into its creation. The property even includes a one‑story, reinforced‑concrete garage—an early automotive accessory—constructed around 1923.
Commissioned for Walter Scott Montgomery, a significant local businessman and civic figure, the home stands as a testament not just to architectural flair, but to the prosperity and community spirit of Spartanburg during the early 1900s.
Recognized for both its architectural design and historical importance, the Walter Scott Montgomery House was honored with placement on the National Register of Historic Places on November 1, 1984.
In essence, this residence weaves together refined craftsmanship, period architectural elegance, and the legacy of one of Spartanburg’s notable civic leaders—preserving a slice of local heritage with poise and pride.
