The Anatomy of a Presidio Heights Unicorn: 3956 Washington Street


Every so often, a property hits the San Francisco market that feels like something special. 3956 Washington Street was exactly that. This 1907 Edwardian in Presidio Heights hadn’t been available in over 40 years, which made it a true collector’s item. We’re talking about a home with 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, and over 4,300 square … Continue reading The Anatomy of a Presidio Heights Unicorn: 3956 Washington Street

What a Million-Dollar Overbid Looks Like in Buena Vista


When a home like 140 Upper Terrace Terrace sells for a million dollars over the asking price, it’s worth taking a moment to understand what just happened. The property was listed at $3,995,000 and closed just six days later for $4,995,000 in an all-cash deal. A sale like this isn’t an accident; it’s the result … Continue reading What a Million-Dollar Overbid Looks Like in Buena Vista

It’s For Sale Again! 350 Dolores St. | Mission Dolores | $1,099,000


We just needed a little summer hiatus, and now we’re back – 350 Dolores Street is a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath Edwardian flat in prime Mission Dolores location. Built in 1905, the flat retains its classic architectural elements, including soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, two fireplaces, formal living room, in unit washer/dryer, and period details. With 1,374 … Continue reading It’s For Sale Again! 350 Dolores St. | Mission Dolores | $1,099,000

Just Listed! 350 Dolores St. | Mission Dolores | $1,149,000


350 Dolores Street is a spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath Edwardian flat in prime Mission Dolores location. Built in 1905, the flat retains its classic architectural elements, including soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, two fireplaces, formal living room, in unit washer/dryer, and period details. With 1,374 sqft. of living space, it provides generous room sizes, a fantastic layout, … Continue reading Just Listed! 350 Dolores St. | Mission Dolores | $1,149,000

Finding Your Forever Home in San Francisco with Alex


Alex Clark enabled us to buy our forever home in SF because he is quick, steadfast, and well-connected. His super power is the perfect combo of a high EQ and killer instincts. Alex listens. He cares. He is patient. All of the things I never thought I needed in a real estate agent. It was … Continue reading Finding Your Forever Home in San Francisco with Alex

Maximum Overbid of the Week | Buena Vista / Ashbury Heights Home Sells $805,000 Over Asking


San Francisco’s real estate market has always been competitive, but lately things have gone from hot to scorching. (See the latest Market Stats for proof.) Overbidding is again the norm on beautiful homes like 1010 14th Street selling for a staggering $805,000 over asking price. Listed at $1,995,000 and sold for $2,800,000, that’s 28.75% over … Continue reading Maximum Overbid of the Week | Buena Vista / Ashbury Heights Home Sells $805,000 Over Asking

Just Sold! 826 40th Ave | Outer Richmond | $1,400,000


I’m happy to report we sold another fantastic property in a great location! The market for charming historic homes in the Outer Richmond remains strong. Everyone expected $1.2, but I was able to parlay 25 offers into $400,000 over asking. We took all factors into consideration and countered 8 offers. In the end my clients … Continue reading Just Sold! 826 40th Ave | Outer Richmond | $1,400,000

Maximum Overbid of the Week | Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights Home Sells $810,000 Over Asking


Witness another insane overbid in San Francisco. This time, the home that’s got everyone buzzing is 285 Douglass Street. This stunning property isn’t just any home – it’s a dream come true. Four bedrooms, four luxurious baths, and a spacious 3,085 square feet? The asking price? A cool $2.95 million, which, let’s be honest, seemed … Continue reading Maximum Overbid of the Week | Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights Home Sells $810,000 Over Asking

Just Listed | 826 40th Ave | Outer Richmond | $995,000


Are you ready to experience life in one of San Francisco’s best neighborhoods (actually voted one of the best neighborhoods in the world)? Then look no further than 826 40th Ave in San Francisco’s Outer Richmond. This charming Edwardian home, located just 8 blocks from the beach, offers the perfect blend of vintage charm and … Continue reading Just Listed | 826 40th Ave | Outer Richmond | $995,000

For Sale | 646 40th Ave | Outer Richmond


In all the flurry of activity the market is seeing (LOL!), you might have missed that today we decided to list this amazing top floor view condo in the Outer Richmond live on the mls and now available to the masses. We had it off market for a bit, but it looks good, and is … Continue reading For Sale | 646 40th Ave | Outer Richmond

Just Listed & Currently Off Market | 64 Rosemont Pl | Mission Dolores


I just listed this cool Marina Style flat at 64 Rosemont PL.. Details, including tons of photos, 3D virtual tour, and floorplan found on the property webpage, which you can find by clicking here, or at https://theFrontSteps.com/64RosemontPl . The open house schedule is not yet set and we’re not sure we’ll be on the market … Continue reading Just Listed & Currently Off Market | 64 Rosemont Pl | Mission Dolores

Pac Heights Mansion Sans Open Floor Plan Wants $10.5M


[Editor’s note: We have removed all photos of the interior, per request. Rest assured, it’s a lovely home.] They don’t make them like they used to, but sometimes you can still see the difference when an old home comes to market again in, well, let’s call it an unusually preserved state. To be clear, the … Continue reading Pac Heights Mansion Sans Open Floor Plan Wants $10.5M

Kinda knocked it outta the park on this one


Months of preparation paid off after two weeks on the market, 9 offers, and $905,000 over asking (and we’re STILL not the top Overbid…how insane is that!?)…764 24th Ave is sold, and sold for $2,900,000. Details of the property can be found by following this link. I had the pleasure of helping my clients spruce … Continue reading Kinda knocked it outta the park on this one

The Front Steps Guide To San Francisco Edwardians


Few things are so quintessentially San Franciscan as Victorian houses, but there’s another style of classic SF home that’s even more numerous in the city and, whether everyone realizes it or not, exerts even greater influence over the city’s aesthetic. Edwardians are what we might think of as siblings to Victorians–or, with an eye toward … Continue reading The Front Steps Guide To San Francisco Edwardians

Redesigned Pac Heights Looker Asks $8.5 Million


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

“Queen of the Fillmore’s” Scott Street Mansion asks $7.85 Million


Just a stone’s throw away from Alamo Square’s Painted Ladies (not that it’s advisable to throw stones around such prized assets…), an enormous early 20th century house with a profoundly classy Edwardian exterior at 711 Scott Street just listed, asking an equally high-class $7.85 million. The ad promises six beds, eight baths, and nearly 7,000 … Continue reading “Queen of the Fillmore’s” Scott Street Mansion asks $7.85 Million