Is Millennium Tower setting records?


Right when we’re about to fill you all in as to some records the Millennium might be setting (we’re talking price per square foot of an empty shell sold), the Chronicle goes and scoops us (at least we know they’re working). Not to fear, if you’ve been reading theFrontSteps for a while you would have … Continue reading Is Millennium Tower setting records?

Millennium Tower 51st Floor Picture


You know we have Millennium Tower wired (literally and figuratively). How else do you think we got this picture of the views from the 51st floor on such a nice day? We’ve also been told construction is up to the 52nd floor. There are some fabulous units still available, and we have to say, the … Continue reading Millennium Tower 51st Floor Picture

Ask Us: Terraces at Millennium Tower?


Where readers ask, and we try to answer: Other than the penthouses, do any of the condos in the Millennium Tower have outdoor spaces, i.e. terraces/balcony? Thanks.-BD Yes, there are six homes with terraces on the third floor.The six available homes with terraces range in price from approx. $895,000 to approx. $2.7M. The other Penthouse … Continue reading Ask Us: Terraces at Millennium Tower?

Glassing Off: Downtown and a Bottle of Windex


Following on the heels of our latest post on Millennium Tower, today’s Chronicle/SF Gate provides the latest on all the glass going up on many of the other buildings we’ve featured. Have a look at this audio slideshow by John King of the SF Chronicle. And of course, feel free to share your thoughts. –One … Continue reading Glassing Off: Downtown and a Bottle of Windex

Millennium Rising…and Selling Rather Quickly


There have been a lot of unconfirmed rumors flying around regarding Millennium Tower, so we thought we’d visit the sales office, call a few reliable sources, get some confirmations, start another rumor, and give you the scoop on the latest with Millennium Tower. First, to ease your doubts about our market ever seeing $2000/square foot, … Continue reading Millennium Rising…and Selling Rather Quickly

Luxury High Rise Condo/Hotel Developers, Realtors and Marketing Peeps Take Note


There is a new company in town you should be very interested in, particularly if you are catering to a high profile buyer. The company is DRIV, and the mission is simple: Take your automotive fantasies, render them in metal and leather, and hand you the keys to a stable [read: large choice] of exquisitely … Continue reading Luxury High Rise Condo/Hotel Developers, Realtors and Marketing Peeps Take Note

Comment du Jour: Does sold mean sold?


Sophie on Millennium Tower…”: Close of Escrow [for units at the Millennium Tower] is scheduled for Spring of 2009. I have a question. Close of escrow is when title is given [for] a big chunk of money. Right? So if they advertise “58% sold” what does that mean? That you can buy an “option” lasting … Continue reading Comment du Jour: Does sold mean sold?

Millennium Tower going up, and the inside scoop (301 Mission)


This is a poach with permission from sfnewdevelopments.com and our friend Mark Choey. Thanks Mark! Located on Mission St between Beale and Fremont St near San Francisco’s Financial District and right next to the Transbay Terminal site, the entire project will consist of 419 condos in 2 towers: one at 11 stories and another at … Continue reading Millennium Tower going up, and the inside scoop (301 Mission)