The house, constructed for Albert Pattengill sits on 1.286 acres of land just north of Hill Street in Ann Arbor, MI in the Historic Washtenaw Hill District. The home, a Dutch Colonial Revival was originally constructed in 1896 for then University of Michigan Greek professor and Athletic Director Albert Pattengill.

Pattengill is famous at the University of Michigan for being involved in the student committee for the selection of the colors Azure Blue and Maize that were adopted as the emblematic colors of the University of Michigan in 1867. As a Professor, he was a tenured/full professor of Greek Studies. But perhaps the most impressive feat was his impact on Athletics at UM, He was chairman of the Athletic Board and a leader in the athletic department for over 40 years and was responsible for the hiring of Fielding H. Yost, and highly involved in the formation of the Western Conference, later changed to the Big Ten Conference. Pattengill passed away due to heart failure in 1906 in his beloved house.

The house remained in the family for many years after his death. Recently the house was purchased and re-purposed as student housing for the Sigma Delta Tau Sorority. Housing 50 women, the house has undergone numerous renovations throughout the years, with The McFate Group performing each of the renovations. The renovations range from large-scale shoring and structural work, complete Kitchen overhaul to small-scale individual restrooms, shower rooms, and dorm room improvements.