Inside San Francisco Real Estate

We’re in a vintage mood today.  There is no substitute for old-fashioned charm in San Francisco homes and they just don’t make ‘em the way the used to.  That’s why we’ve decided to count down the Top 5 Oldest Single Family Homes currently on the open market.

Number 5 on the countdown:  117 Broad Street, Year Built:  1896

This very unique home is nestled in Oceanview and was used as San Francisco Fire Department’s Engine Co. #33 station for three quarters of a century.  The Victorian-styled building then became a one-of-a-kind single family home and has been used as such for around 30 years.  The property is currently listed at $1,333,333, has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and high ceilings.  As of this morning (1/14/09), the home has been on the market for 111 days.

117 Broad Street used to serve San Francisco as a fire station

Number 4 on the countdown:  2434 Leavenworth Street, Year Built:  1890

This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home located in Russian Hill boasts ~3,558 square feet and is surrounded by lush greenery.  The home truly subscribes to the “they don’t make ‘em like they used to” adage as it contains 2 grand staircases, 6 fireplaces, and 13-foot ceilings.  This Victorian is priced at $2,800,000 and has been on the market for 124 days.

2434 Leavenworth Street is surrounded by lush greenery

The countdown continues –>

Coming in at Number 3 on the countdown is:  908 Steiner Street, Year Built:  1888

This home has been featured on at least one other blog recently, as the interior is chock full of funky retro-decor, wild paint colors, and busy patterns.  However, the exterior of this Victorian beauty located on Alamo Square really pops.  The home has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a roomy ~3,600 square feet.  It is currently listed at $1,650,000.

908 Steiner has a remarkable exterior

Number 2 on the countdown belongs to:  2510 Jackson Street, Year Built:  1885

This Pacific Heights mansion is nothing short of incredible.  The home is just off Alta Plaza and has 9 bedrooms, 6.75 baths, views galore, 4-car parking, and over 10,000 square feet.  Listed at $13,495,000, it draws attention from a more worldly audience with its impeccable detailing and primo location.  It has been on the market for 272 days, which is common for homes at this price point.

2510 Jackson is a sight to behold

Drumroll…… the Number 1 home in our countdown is…  80 Ord Street, Year Built:  1875

This amazingly restored Italianate located in Corona Heights wins the prize for the Oldest Home for Sale in San Francisco.  80 Ord features 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, views, and a landscaped yard leading up to a gazebo.  The exquisite detailing was preserved during the restoration, making this home a truly one-of-a-kind property that some lucky owner will enjoy for many years to come.  The list price is currently $1,395,000 and it has been on the market for 12 days.

80 Ord is a gorgeously restored home

Here's a shot of the back yard leading up to the gazebo

The kitchen at 80 Ord

...And one of the bathrooms

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