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The Peterson-Jarvis House built in c. 1840, is believed to be a combination of two structures, built in c. 1840 and c. 1920. The house represents a rural variation of Edwardian Classicism. The Petersons were the owner of the property for 76 years as Phillip Frederick Peterson had purchased it in 1836. Phillip, the eldest son of Reverand John Dieter Peterson who served at St. Phillips Lutheran Church, built the home with his wife Elizabeth Fierheller. The property was passed on to the Phillip's wife and children. His daughters were the last of the Petersons to live in the house until 1912 when they sold it to Wesley H. Johnson who later sold it to Edward Jarvis in 1919. The rear tail of the house, constructed of brick, is part of the original c.1840 structure. In 1920, the main part of the house along with the second storey above the front elevation was added. A two-century old deciduous tree accompanies the house on the east front façade. It is believed to be that this is the oldest tree standing in Markham.
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