Archive for the ‘Taking You Inside’ Category
August 5, 2009
Nob Hill… it’s one of those quintessential San Francisco neighborhoods. No matter where you are in the country, people have heard of it. And they know Nob Hill’s reputation for attracting San Francisco’s elite.
[Cue the Brahms] A classic full-floor condo has just hit the market through the Brachman Group of Sotheby’s International Realty at 1001 California @ Mason. This exquisite French-style residence boasts views of the City, Huntington Park, amazing interior woodwork, and a type of elegance rarely found. Two bedrooms, two and a half baths, and over 3,600 square feet await a new owner who knows how to throw one-heck-of-a cocktail party. Unit #3 at 1001 California is asking $7,250,000.
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1001 California - Exterior
Unit #3 - Interior
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July 30, 2009
As luck would have it, we just finished posting our “Top 5 Listings that Have Sold in 2009″ article and BAM, 2510 Jackson Street sells. The bank-owned Pacific Heights mansion sports 9 bedrooms, 6.75 baths, over 10,000 square feet, and a 4-car garage. Built in 1885, the mansion had been on the market for 428 days before meeting its new owner.
The home was originally listed on 4/8/08 for $14,900,000 and ended up selling for $11,500,000 after a couple of price reductions during the past year.
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2510 Jackson Street sets the new record in '09 (so far)
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July 6, 2009
A top floor Edwardian condo in Hayes Valley hit the market earlier today at 119 Pierce. The remodeled 3BR/1BA home caught our eye with its dog-friendly location… just a stone’s (or tennis ball’s) throw from Duboce Park. Listed at $1,099,000, the home features a remodeled kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets, granite countertops, an island, breakfast bar and a wine fridge. Although the condo has just one bathroom, it’s nicely appointed with double marble vanities and an oversized tub. The early 1900′s home is full of charm, with a formal dining room, coved ceilings, and two fireplaces. We’re looking forward to seeing it in person, and may stop off at the park to play fetch with the pups.
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Remodeled kitchen at 119 Pierce
Duboce Park is a dog-lovers heaven!
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June 15, 2009
Ahh, Glen Park. It’s such a cute & cozy little ‘hood. A single family home just hit the market which first caught our eye with its charming curb appeal. As we viewed the interior shots, we were appreciating the renovation, the (seemingly) sensible floorplan, and the abundance of natural light. Looks like it will be another stop on this week’s tour.
449 Chenery Street has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, one car parking, and an open floorplan. The south-facing yard has a multi-tiered deck, grass terrace, and new wood fence. Views of the Bay and rolling hills can be seen from the home, which was originally constructed in 1900. A “luxe” master suite upstairs awaits its new owners and will treat them to a soaking tub, rain shower, private patio, and ample sunlight via the large skylight. A generously sized family room sports a wet bar, wine fridge, and provides access to the rear deck. The home is listed for $1,998,000. Yep, we’re definitely looking forward to seeing this place (as well as the quality of the renovation).
Excellent curb appeal first grabbed our attention...
Open floorplans are a plus for anyone who enjoys entertaining
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June 15, 2009
Ever wanted a remodeled 5-story single family home on Telegraph Hill with city skyline views, wrap around decks, an au pair suite, and an elevator? Well the home of your dreams may have just hit the market. 1454-1456 Kearny arrived to the open market about 5 days ago, and we’re itching to see it on the Broker’s Tour tomorrow. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car parking, and is a short (albeit, steep) walk to Washington Square, North Beach, Chinatown, the Financial District, and the Embarcadero. Listed at $3,500,000, we’ll have our eyes on this one.
Pretty sweet, eh?
And the panorama's not bad either
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June 8, 2009
We first wrote about 230 Cervantes a couple weeks ago on our Tuesday Tour Show-Stoppers post. The house struck us as a prime opportunity to own a spectacular Marina home with one of the largest lots on the block. The 4 bedroom, 3 bath home needs some work, but with its beautiful period details, spacious interior, and stellar location, our minds teemed with possibilities.
Listed for $1,849,000, the home wasted no time getting into contract. Matter of fact, it skipped the contingency period and went straight to “Pending”. We’ll keep an eye out for the final sales price, and as we wrote a couple weeks ago, “looks like 230 Cervantes could be another 765 Sanchez in the making.“
230 Cervantes
230 Cervantes
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June 5, 2009
Do not pass Go, do not collect $200. One of the homes we rated 5 Stars on Tuesday’s Tour just went directly into Pending Status today. 2332 Washington is an exquisite home and we’re not surprised it got snatched up so quickly. The home has a total of 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, around 4,790 square feet, and was built in 1906. Completely remodeled with period details restored, the home packs in a lot of charm while delivering plenty of modern-day amenities. Listed at $4,495,000, we’ll be curious to see what this one sells for (if it is disclosed).
Here are some pictures in case you missed visiting it while it was on the open market (which was only 10 days).
2332 Washington - A humble facade with a dazzling interior.
Lush vegetation surrounds the bright breakfast area.
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Posted in Neighborhood Info, Pacific Heights, Public Listings, Snatched Up, Taking You Inside | Tagged 2332 washington, amazing homes, Pacific Heights, san francisco, san francisco real estate, sold quickly | 2 Comments »
June 1, 2009
One of our favorite listings went under contract this past weekend. The serene “Country Cottage in the City” located at 2440 Filbert boasts one of the largest yards (that’s front and back) we’ve ever seen in District 7 and the type of charm you’d find in the rolling hills of an English countryside. Originally listed at $3,995,000 and dropped to $3,495,000 about 10 days ago, the Tudor-style Cow Hollow home features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1925. We mentioned this home a few weeks ago on our Tuesday Tour Show-Stopper V post, and are happy to see that it has been snatched up. We’re sure the new owner will be having one heck of a bar-b-que.
That's some serious charm...
This is not the same yard as above... this is the BACKyard.
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May 29, 2009
If you’re a fan of homes that have San Francisco charm but have been updated for modern-day living, then check out 2949 Sacramento. This beautiful 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home just hit the market today for $2,995,000. Originally constructed in 1900, the home has been completely remodeled and expanded, giving it a unique blend of “old meets new”. Two blocks from Alta Plaza Park and four blocks from Fillmore, the location will bode well for some lucky new owner.
2949 Sacramento in 2005...
Aaaand 2949 Sacramento today
Back side
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May 22, 2009
When it comes to real estate, some things never change. One of them is location. Once you choose a spot, well, you have to be happy with that spot. And some spots are so superior to most everything else that they result in the fastest sales.
Case in point, 765 Sanchez, which hit the market on May 1, 2009. Just 11 days later, the home was not only in contract, it had closed escrow (which screams ‘all cash buyer’ when escrow is that short).
The home, a fixer with plans, sits high in Dolores Heights with drop-dead views of the City and nothing slated to block its view in the future. Its potential to shine with the right renovations and decor is huge. It was listed at $3,250,000 and sold for an undisclosed amount. The home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, around 3,271 square feet, and was built in 1959. The list price was about $994/square foot, and if this home sold near asking, represents the highest sale in District 5 so far in 2009.
765 Sanchez Exterior
Why this spot is adored...
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Posted in Dolores Heights, Home Buying, Home Selling, Neighborhood Info, Snatched Up, Taking You Inside, Tips | Tagged 765 sanchez, all cash, district 5, dolores heights, fast sale, liberty hill, location, san francisco, san francisco real estate | 3 Comments »
May 1, 2009
840 Powell #702 hit the market a few days ago and after visiting this past Tuesday, we have to say it’s quite the pad for view lovers. Situated on the top floor of a notable Nob Hill building, this home has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and approximately 3,038 square feet. Located at the intersection of two cable car lines with close proximity to Union Square, the Financial District, Chinatown, and North Beach, this spot is tough to beat.
The penthouse condo has a surprisingly open floor plan for its location in an older building, and the home has nice separation between the bedrooms and the living areas. There is no shortage of windows either, which lets the city lights pour into unit from all angles.
Listed at $3,500,000, 840 Powell #702 comes with 2 car parking, a wood-burning fireplace, gorgeous coffered ceilings, a formal dining room, a sun-room, storage, all within a door-man building. Here are some pics:
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May 1, 2009
One of our favorite parts of San Francisco is Telegraph Hill. Amazing views of the city skyline, the Bay, and the Bay Bridge can be seen from various vantage points. Combine that with close proximity to the Financial District, the waterfront, and culturally rich North Beach, and you’ve got all the elements for desirability. The hill is covered in greenery and is home to our city’s fabled Parrots (aren’t they really Parakeets?). Some of SF’s most important people dwell on Telegraph Hill and enjoy its park-like setting.
A beautiful condo hit the market a few months back, located at 1440 Kearny. It has seen price drop after price drop and now sits at $2,295,000. Living space sprawls out on 3 levels for a townhouse feel. The home features decks, terraces, techno gadgets, 2 car parking, views, and of course the primo location. Included are three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and approximately 2,246 square feet. Quite frankly, we can’t believe it hasn’t sold yet. It’s truly a remarkable residence and if you like the area, be sure to check this one out. Then walk down the hill, have a gelato at Washington Square, and fall back in love with North Beach.
1440 Kearny sits high on Telegraph Hill
Views abound from this residence
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April 30, 2009
It’s that time of year again. A steady stream of Benz’s and Bentley’s will be pouring into 2830 Pacific for the 2009 Decorator’s Showcase. Hitting the market a couple days ago for a cool $12.9 mil, this 7 bedroom, 6 bath Georgian has been dressed to the nines by extraordinarily talented designers and is ready for the sounds of champagne corks popping and martini glasses clinking. Here are some pictures of this amazing Pacific Heights residence, and see you at the party!
Official property website here.
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April 18, 2009
A good friend and colleague of ours just came on the market with a stunning property located at 118-120 Cervantes Boulevard in the Marina. While it deviates from the typical Marina style architecture, we welcome the new addition to the neighborhood and know that the style will most certainly strike a chord with some lucky buyer. This home was on one of our pocket listing posts before it hit the open market, a good reason to keep visiting our blog if you’re currently shopping. Here are some specs on this amazing new home:
- Built in 2009
- 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2 car parking
- Around 2,992 square feet
- Garden, 3 terraces, mezzanine level, den, office, 2nd partial kitchen
- Eco-friendly, with solar panels and sustainable materials
Listing price is $3,000,000 and here are some screen-shots from the official website:
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April 13, 2009
How could one not dig the view from Twin Peaks? It’s an amazing perspective on our beautiful city. 3340 Market Street just came on the market and although a little lower on the hill, boasts amazing views of San Francisco at pretty much the same angle as seen from the lookout atop Twin Peaks.
The 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home was originally built in 1938 and has been completely remodeled (well, either that or this particular builder in ’38 was way ahead of his time). Extravagances include a Miele kitchen, huge roof deck with stunning views, private garden, master suite featuring spa bath with views, media room with built-in surround sound and custom home audio throughout, wine cellar, solar powered radiant heat and hot water, and did we mention the views??
Some people think views are overrated, and that’s all fine and well, but we contend that having a sweet view is like having an amazing piece of art hanging on your wall. Except this art is in 3-D and constantly changing. Orange and purple skies, pink fog, twinkling city lights, sun, moon, stars, and a Bay that changes colors based on the environment’s ambient lighting. Yes, a view is definitely a treat.
Price? $2,575,000 and on the market for just 2 days.
Not too shabby...
3340 Market hits the, er, um, market.
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