A couple of weeks ago we were thrilled to see 457 Buena Vista Avenue East go into contract after a short spell on MLS (asking $2,329,000), and how could you blame the buyer…the place is awesome! However, we felt a little bad as we were told 457 “can be purchased with sister property 459 Buena … Continue reading You Can Buy Her Sister Too…Oops, Too Late
Category: Luxury Homes
Willis Polk, Joseph Esherick, Julia Morgan, Horatio Livermore, Hal Riney, Karl G. Smith, And The 1915 Panama Pacific International Exposition All Rolled Into One Extraordinary Property Description
Regardless of the fact that some of you might feel we’re simply promoting PocketListings.net as the best and only place the nation will soon share “not on MLS” real estate opportunities, there is some pretty damn good real estate porn popping up on there these days, and we’d bet you’d be upset with us if … Continue reading Willis Polk, Joseph Esherick, Julia Morgan, Horatio Livermore, Hal Riney, Karl G. Smith, And The 1915 Panama Pacific International Exposition All Rolled Into One Extraordinary Property Description
“One Of Only 9 Cooperative Apartments [In San Francisco]” With A Lot Of 3’s, But Missing 3 Letters (MLS)
It might not be on MLS, but this $3,395,000, 3 bed, 3 bath, 3000 square foot, Co-Op on Broadway is surely worth a nod, perhaps even a gander: Elevator service directly into unit, three bedrooms (all with their own full bathroom), library, three remodeled bathrooms, vestibule with marble floor and arched etched glass window, formal … Continue reading “One Of Only 9 Cooperative Apartments [In San Francisco]” With A Lot Of 3’s, But Missing 3 Letters (MLS)
Can We Get A Sale In 2010 At The St. Regis For Chissakes!
Having recently received a few (yes, more than two) inquiries as to both rentals, and sales activity at the St. Regis Residences here in this lovely city of San Francisco, we thought it high time to give you an update. First off…not one closed transaction in 2010 (according to MLS). Second, there are currently eight, … Continue reading Can We Get A Sale In 2010 At The St. Regis For Chissakes!
Another Reason to Love Living Here: The Heights
Fridays are for less serious real estate topic-age, so here is a meaningless poll and a tribute to another characteristic that makes SF unique. Riding my bike through the Presidio last Saturday, I decided to cruise Presidio Heights. And oh my, the elevation- in status, I mean. It’s dizzying. The homes are palatial, complete with … Continue reading Another Reason to Love Living Here: The Heights
Inner-Sunset Sprouting Condos
Inner-Sunset, home to much good food, a few good bars, a few bad bars, the prohibitively expensive Andronico’s, and UCSF, will soon be home to new condos. On my block alone (9th Ave., past Moraga St.) there are two sites going up or planned to go up. One is adjacent to my deck, where I … Continue reading Inner-Sunset Sprouting Condos
BFD Price Reductions
A post wherin I look at price reductions that seem to be pointless. 1. Courtesy of SF Schtuff, 1001 California St., #3 is a super lux condo in the old Hitchcockian San Francisco splendor. (MLS gallery offers house porn to die for, here.) The original price here was $7,250,000. Now it’s $6,950,000. Indeed, one could argue … Continue reading BFD Price Reductions
Arden Wood (Mostly) All Grown Up
Way, way back, we looked at the then just starting Ardenwood luxury home project. We all speculated on price (around $2 mil, was the consensus) and rapidity with which they would sell. Many people also complained that a set of less than ten luxury homes was not the best use of the lot, … Continue reading Arden Wood (Mostly) All Grown Up
Update: Pool Party On Broadway! Marco….Polo….Fish Outta Water! (And Now On The Market)
[Update: Our original tip ran in May of this year, and now as “Curbed SF” reports, it’s on the market (in MLS)…with photos.] From a connected reader: Designed in 1922 by Frederick Meyer (think Bill Graham Auditorium) [2950 Broadway] is a serious presence on outer Broadway’s Gold Coast and I think the only one with … Continue reading Update: Pool Party On Broadway! Marco….Polo….Fish Outta Water! (And Now On The Market)
Oceanfront Property For San Francisco…Just Over The Bridge On Sacramento Patio
Believe it or not, San Francisco has a couple beaches that actually have a beach scene, but if you want to really feel the beachy vibe, head on over the Golden Gate Bridge to Stinson Beach. (Make sure to pack a sweater, and ignore the bone chilling water and gigantic man-eating sharks that frequent the … Continue reading Oceanfront Property For San Francisco…Just Over The Bridge On Sacramento Patio
From Fractional To Full And Almost On: 181 O’Farrell #513 @ Odeon $2,349,000
It was years ago when we broke the news of a luxury fractional ownership in the heart of San Francisco, and here we are again. The Odeon is back on the screen and the penthouse is coming to an MLS near you (assuming you live in or near San Francisco). The fractional ownership of this … Continue reading From Fractional To Full And Almost On: 181 O’Farrell #513 @ Odeon $2,349,000
Claude Oakland Designed Mid Century Eichler In Marin
Oh if we had time to publish these things when they’re hot off the presses. Oh well, we’re still fans of all things architecture, especially when Eichler is involved, so we’ll throw them up for your delight. Coming soon to the Lucas Valley (Marin) real estate market (and what we’d almost consider an epicenter of … Continue reading Claude Oakland Designed Mid Century Eichler In Marin
Ignorance Is Bliss When Buying At The Ritz
We know there are many of you out there sad at the fact you may have missed out on Ritz-Carlton Residence #2203 when it came on the market at $2,600,000 over two Stalecades ago. You may have been sad then when you missed out on the price reduction after price reduction down to the most … Continue reading Ignorance Is Bliss When Buying At The Ritz
Out Of The (Stalefish) Pond And Into The File
When the bottom falls, it falls hard. By way of unplugged Flujster, we learn our new favorite house becomes our new favorite comp. Three thirteen Duncan, a stunningly remodeled contemporary 5 bed, 5.5 bath home in Noe Valley closes escrow for a reported $2,400,000…down slightly from the original $2,850,000 asking price. Looking on the bright … Continue reading Out Of The (Stalefish) Pond And Into The File
“This Is The One”, 565 Clipper Gets Into Contract
Right on the heels of our recent post a la Sophie, “A walk up the hill”, we learn that one of the little nugs she reported on went into contract as of yesterday, 565 Clipper being that little 4 bed, 3.5 bath, $2,149,000 single family nug (originally listed 10/08 for $2,599,000): The deets, with a … Continue reading “This Is The One”, 565 Clipper Gets Into Contract
The Scoop: Seven Arden Estates Have Risen from the Earth
Some time ago, I noted the construction in West Portal and asked around the Front Steps for the scoop. Those folks on the steps always know a lot, and more importantly, they like to argue. We had ideas that the construction would yield five- no, six- no, seven- no, eight homes. They were to be made of … Continue reading The Scoop: Seven Arden Estates Have Risen from the Earth