Star Shopper Building Joined Historic National Register
The Fayetteville site has been officially recognized for its architectural design from 1935.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Local Shops
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The federal government added the Star Shopper building on College Avenue to the National Register of Historic Places. The designation follows a long history of ownership for the site, which consists of five units.
Why it matters
National Register status provides federal recognition for properties that retain historical significance. This listing honors the 1935 construction and the specific design vision behind the local landmark.
Constructed in 1935, the five-unit building was originally purchased for $2,300 before selling for $53,000 in 1969. The structure is built from variegated blond brick and features mosaic glazed tiles.
The players
Rosa Zagnoni Marinoni
She was the original designer and supervisor of the building's 1935 construction.
Alli Quinlan
She is the current owner of the historic property as of 2026.
Range Co.
This firm is scheduled to relocate its office operations to the historic building.
National Park Service
This federal agency manages the National Register of Historic Places.
The details
Designed and supervised by Rosa Zagnoni Marinoni, the structure is defined by a steep, irregular roofline and interior terrazzo flooring. Following its recent purchase by Alli Quinlan, the building is now set to host the offices of Range Co.
Timeline
The building was constructed and originally purchased in 1935.
Herbert Hatfield purchased the property in 1969.
Stafford and Associates acquired the site in 1981.
The site was officially listed on the National Register on September 15, 2026.
Culture Shift
This designation reflects a growing trend in urban development where historic preservation is integrated with modern adaptive reuse. By protecting the 1935 structure, the community maintains architectural diversity amidst the city's ongoing economic growth.
Local residents can expect to see the property maintained under historical guidelines, potentially increasing the aesthetic appeal of College Avenue. The upcoming move by Range Co. signals a transition toward using the space for active professional office use.
The takeaway
Preserving historic architecture helps cities anchor their identity even as properties change hands over several decades. Investors and business owners can benefit from checking the heritage status of older buildings to ensure compliance with preservation laws.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Fayetteville Flyer.
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