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This area is known as “Miller’s Corner” after Albert Miller, a building contractor and apartment owner. Miller built the apartments at 915 (1922) and 909 (1911) North M Street, as well as 901 (1917) and 1215 North 9th Street (1918).

The apartments have had several name changes though out the years: Orchid Apartments (1919–1933), Holly Apartments (1943–1980), and the current name McKellar was given in 1981. Miller also built the residences at 909 (1911) and 915 (1922) North M Street.


901 N M St, photo 1977

901 N M St, photo 1977

901 N M St, photo 1924

901 N M St, photo 1924

This area is known as “Miller’s Corner” after Albert Miller, a building contractor and apartment owner. Miller built the apartments at 915 (1922) and 909 (1911) North M Street, as well as 901 (1917) and 1215 North 9th Street (1918).

The apartments have had several name changes though out the years: Orchid Apartments (1919–1933), Holly Apartments (1943–1980), and the current name McKellar was given in 1981. Miller also built the residences at 909 (1911) and 915 (1922) North M Street.

A Walking Tour of the North Slope Historic District. Tacoma, WA. Historic Tacoma Press, 2008.

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Tacoma-Pierce County Buildings Index (BU-955)

Tacoma-Pierce County Buildings Index (BU-13151)