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The Commodore Apartments are at 1501 Madison. The 39-unit building opened in March 1925, and was designed by Leonard H. Ford. 1

In 1950, big band leader Orrin Tucker purchased the building. He stated he planned to settle in Oakland when he retired.

July 1925 11950 Sanborn excerpt

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Links and References

  1. Why Have An Architect? Architect and Engineer July 1925