Saltbox Colonial

Key Distinguishing characteristics
is a 2-story or 2 ½ story, square or rectangular house with a steep gable room that extends down to the first floor in the rear.

Other Distinguishing Characteristics

• Exterior walls usually clapboard or shingles
• Large central chimney
• Large double-hung windows with small panes of glass
• No windows in the rear
• Shutters the same size as the windows
• To obtain the traditional lean-to look, headroom in the rear must be sacrificed