Completed in 1891, architect James Riely Gordon designed the building for local businessman John J. Stevens.

The Wagner & Chabot[3] bicycle wholesaler occupied the building for 45 years.

The University of San Antonio held the lease on the entire third floor for more than half a century.

The San Antonio Conservation Society stepped in to preserve architectural history and purchased both buildings.

The facade is detailed with oriel windows, and brick and red granite, finished with carved limestone.