The Ledbetter House (also known as the Ledbetter/Taylor House) is a historic house located at 701 West Brooks in

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, Oklahoma,

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Description

It was built in 1948, and was designed by architect

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. The distinguishing features of the house are its suspended carport and patio roofs. The Ledbetter House is owned by the

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and is now a private residence. In 2001, it was one of several Goff-designed buildings recognized by placement on the

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References

External links

National Register of Historic Places nomination form
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