This American Foursquare residence is a well preserved and locally distinctive example of the Craftsman style situated in one of Coquille's older neighborhoods.

Leo J. Cary contributed to the industrialization of Coquille and its hinterlands. His business interests included timberlands, a lumber company, two creameries, a dairy ranch and a river transportation company operating steam and gasoline powered boats.

Adapted from the NRHP nomination submitted in August 1992.