Say what you like about Pacific Heights–few neighborhoods are as financially unattainable for the average SF buyer–but it really does conceal some profound treasures in its storehouse. Case in point, 2250 Jackson Street, a looker that just listed with Coldwell Banker for the deeply Pac Heights price of $8.5 million. Per the ad: “Originally built … Continue reading Redesigned Pac Heights Looker Asks $8.5 Million
Category: Victorian
Plum 1885 Victorian Asks $3.2 Million
Ah summer, when a San Francisco homebuyer’s fancy turns to–what else?–Victorians. And if anyone is fancy enough to have $3.2 million burning a hole in their pocket, that’s the asking price for 249 Fair Oaks, a gorgeous tiered white wedding cake of a “grand Victorian” with three beds and two and a half baths on … Continue reading Plum 1885 Victorian Asks $3.2 Million
The Front Steps Guide To San Francisco Victorians
Although there are many beautiful and historic styles of homes for sale across San Francisco, the word “Victorian” is so ubiquitous with the city’s image that some homebuyers are scarcely interested in anything less. But although we all know a Vic when we see one, defining them can be deceptively tricky–especially since even the most … Continue reading The Front Steps Guide To San Francisco Victorians
This Oakland House Is Free
Great news for bargain hunters: There’s a 130-plus year old West Oakland Victorian that’s yours to own for the low, low price of zero dollars. The only catch is: You’ve got to come pick it up–literally. Riaz Capitol, the current owners of a three bed, 1.5 bath, nearly 1,150-square-foot Vic at 2420 Chestnut, are telling … Continue reading This Oakland House Is Free
Where SF’s Most Expensive Homes Sold When the Pandemic Ended
Even when the COVID-19 pandemic was beating down SF’s housing and rental markets last year, demand for single-family homes in the city still stayed surprisingly robust most quarters–such is the premium that buyers and sellers alike place on real, full-fledged SF houses at even the worst of times. Now that the city is largely back … Continue reading Where SF’s Most Expensive Homes Sold When the Pandemic Ended
They’ll Pay You $140K To Live In This Victorian On a Remote Island
How much would they have to pay you to live on a deserted island in the middle of the bay? If your answer is somewhere in the neighborhood of $140K per year then you might be in luck, as SFGate has it that Richmond’s East Brother Light Station is once again looking for brave and … Continue reading They’ll Pay You $140K To Live In This Victorian On a Remote Island
Cole Valley Single Family Home For Sale Not on MLS
I have the home you have sought for so long. We will not be going to MLS anytime soon, so consider yourself lucky you found yourself on theFrontSteps. Property Details: 715 Cole St. $2,495,000 3 bed, 2 bath Stately Master Bedroom Fireplace in master bedroom Shower over tub Separate WC Deck / landing off North … Continue reading Cole Valley Single Family Home For Sale Not on MLS
Underbid of the Decade? 1945 Franklin (Nicolas Cage Once Lived Here) Lists for $12MM, Sells For $5.4MM
Since we know you’ll ask: Former residence of Nicolas Cage, remodeled to the nines, listed to the twelve (millions), and finally sold for $5,405,000…we’d say this buyer not only got a helluva deal, but one helluva property. Originally listed in September of 2018 for $12,000,000, which comes out to a (no longer so staggering) $1725 … Continue reading Underbid of the Decade? 1945 Franklin (Nicolas Cage Once Lived Here) Lists for $12MM, Sells For $5.4MM
Haight Ashbury Victorian Flat Hits MLS Asking $1,700,000 – Wow Factor At 11
If you don’t get the Spinal Tap reference…it’s high time you watch Spinal Tap. Anywho…my newest listing to hit the market. — Grand scale, turn of the century Victorian Condominium on a coveted block in the Haight / Ashbury area of San Francisco with approximately 1630 square feet of living space, original wood floors, period … Continue reading Haight Ashbury Victorian Flat Hits MLS Asking $1,700,000 – Wow Factor At 11
Off Market Cole Valley Victorian Single Family Home
I have the home you have sought for so long. We will not be going to MLS anytime soon, so consider yourself lucky you found yourself on theFrontSteps. Since this is a totally off market and “pocket” listing, we have no pictures to share. Get yourself in for a look, it’s as simple as that. … Continue reading Off Market Cole Valley Victorian Single Family Home
Upper Haight Victorian For $1,495,000…Yes Please!
This turn of the century Top Floor two plus bedroom, two bathroom, south facing Victorian Condominium checks all the boxes in the most ideal Upper Haight/Ashbury location. Entering from street level, you’ll be drawn in by large, period stained glass windows above the front door flooding the entry with natural light which radiates throughout the … Continue reading Upper Haight Victorian For $1,495,000…Yes Please!
For Sale | Haight Ashbury Victorian | 1649 Page St | $1,649,000
Grand scale, late 1800s Victorian Condominium on a coveted block in the Haight / Ashbury area of San Francisco with approximately 1692 square feet of living space, original wood floors, formal living room, formal dining room, designer lighting, ~12 foot high ceilings, renovated kitchen, decorative fireplaces, in unit washer & dryer, 1 car parking, exclusive … Continue reading For Sale | Haight Ashbury Victorian | 1649 Page St | $1,649,000
SOLD | 321 Frederick | $1,850,000 | Cole Valley
Congratulations to my buyers and sellers of this wonderful top floor, three bedroom, two bathroom view condominium in prime Cole Valley. Listed quietly off market (hence no interior pics) in the middle of an epic March storm cycle (If you follow this blog, you know I can’t think straight when the snow is falling!), shown … Continue reading SOLD | 321 Frederick | $1,850,000 | Cole Valley
SOLD | 1651 Page St. | Haight Ashbury | $2,100,000
Sad to see this one go…such a beautiful propert. At least it went from a great seller to a wonderful and deserving family that will make it home for a long time to come. Congratulations to everyone involved. Grand scale, late 1800s top floor Victorian Condominium on a coveted block in the Haight / Ashbury … Continue reading SOLD | 1651 Page St. | Haight Ashbury | $2,100,000
SOLD | 740 Clayton | Haight Ashbury / Cole Valley | $2,600,000
Three offers, and a long three months later, I’m pleased to report the successful sale of the Church of the Living God…a.k.a. 740 Clayton. Congratulations to the buyers, and the sellers and thank you all for a smooth (albeit long) transaction. First time on the market since the 1960’s, and currently used as a Church, … Continue reading SOLD | 740 Clayton | Haight Ashbury / Cole Valley | $2,600,000
Swoon Factor High On This Haight-Ashbury Victorian | $1,995,000
It’s a grand scale, late 1800s top floor Victorian Condominium on a coveted block in the Haight / Ashbury area of San Francisco, and it could be yours, or it could be your friends. With approximately 1692 square feet of living space, hardwood floors, formal living room, formal dining room, ~12 foot high ceilings, updated … Continue reading Swoon Factor High On This Haight-Ashbury Victorian | $1,995,000