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Smackdown: Bernal House vs SoMa Loft

May 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment

It’s time for another San Francisco real estate smackdown. In this edition we pit a sweet Bernal Heights cottage against a spacious SoMa loft at the $800,000 price point. Which would you prefer?

3770 Folsom / Cortland
Bernal Heights
1BR + bonus master suite
1 pkg
$799,000

Situated half a block from Cortland, 3770 Folsom is a nicely renovated Victorian cottage that makes good use of its limited space. The main level has a living room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen with vaulted ceilings that leads to a deck overlooking the garden. Downstairs is a snappy master bedroom open to the garden, with the large, spa-like bathroom down the hall. For buyers seeking a functional and lovingly remodeled home with proximity to a retail area and the freeways, 3770 Folsom is a good bet. (Offers due today!)

28 Jennifer Place / Folsom
SoMa
2BR/1BA, 1 pkg
HOAs $157/mo
$795,000

If you’re up for a more urban neighborhood, larger 30-unit building and almost 1500 square feet of living space, 28 Jennifer Place may work for you. The living/dining areas have soaring ceilings and a fireplace, as well as an outdoor patio and decent-sized kitchen. There’s a loft area, as well as another bedroom; both would provide office/bedroom functionality. You also get an exclusive-use garage with laundry and interior access (unusual for SoMa). 28 Jennifer is a small street located between 4th and 5th Streets and Shipley/Clara, so you’re in proximity to Whole Foods, restaurants like Le Charm, Oola, Zero Zero and 280.

So which would you pick?

Filed Under: Bernal/Excelsior, Condos, SoMa/South Beach Tagged With: ,

What You Can Buy: North End Condos for Up To $1M

May 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment

It can be a challenge to find a 2BR condo with parking in classic San Francisco neighborhoods such as the Marina, Nob Hill, and Pacific Heights. Today we look at three properties that fit into that price range:

1655 Chestnut #302
The Marina
2BR/2BA, 1100 sq ft
HOAs $523/month, 1 pkg
$965,000

The Scoop: One of the few properties that isn’t in a liquefaction zone in the Marina, 1655 Chestnut #302 boasts a top-floor position in an 11-unit building, along with neighborhood views from the living/dining areas. Well appointed with Brazilian cherry wood floors throughout, the unit has a remodeled kitchen with high-end appliances, and skylights. The building has a roof deck, garden/BBQ area, storage, and an elevator.

The Location: 1655 Chestnut is about three and a half blocks from the heart of the Chestnut Street retail area, so you’re out of the fray a bit and don’t have to deal with constant activity outside your door. It’s also an excellent location for North Bay commuters, who can jump on Lombard and head to the bridge. Many bus lines run nearby to downtown, as well.

Background Check: The unit last sold in 2007 for $951,000.

939 Jackson #202
Nob Hill
2BR/2BA, 1088 sq ft
HOAs $397/month, 1 pkg
$939,000

The Scoop: 939 Jackson #202 is perfect for the Nob Hill buyer on a budget. Though you don’t get views, you do get decent space in a newer, 2005-built property. The unit has nice finishes and an open kitchen/living/dining room floor plan. Bedrooms aren’t huge, but are nicely painted. Jackson is right on the cable car line (though the unit is located at the rear of the second floor, so it’s quiet). And there’s a great roof deck with 360-degree views.

The Location: The only problem here is that you may have more house guests than you might want; you’re in walking distance to North Beach, Russian Hill, Chinatown, downtown, and Union Square.

Background Check: #202 just sold in June 2012 for $903,000. #301 in the building is currently in contract with a list price of $949,000; that unit had views from every room and was one floor up.

2315 Divisadero, Unit S
Pacific Heights
2BR/1.5BAs, 1115 sq ft
HOAs $432/month, 1 pkg
$879,000

The Scoop: My favorite of this trio, 2315 Divisadero unit S has newly reinvigorated common areas and gets great natural light. It’s on the top floor of a nine-unit building constructed in 1962, and has an open dining/living area. The kitchen is on the small side and is tucked at the rear of the unit, but it’s totally workable and clean. The master has only a half bath, but it’s better than one bathroom for the whole place. The unit’s hardwood floors have recently been refinished, there’s a wood-burning fireplace, and designer lighting fixtures. And don’t forget about those common areas, they’ve been painted, had carpet replaced and new front doors for each unit installed (with plantation shutters for the hall windows on the way). There’s an elevator in the building.

The Location: Though you’re right on Divisadero, the unit is quiet with the windows shut and you can’t beat the central location.

Background Check: Six of the nine units are rentals, so your choice of lenders will be limited to First Republic. No 30-year fixed loans available, but you can get a 15-year fixed at a low interest rate.

Filed Under: Condos, Marina, Nob Hill, Pacific Heights, What You Can Buy Tagged With: ,

Hayes Valley’s 8 Octavia Breaks Ground

May 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment


Construction kicked off this week on the 47-unit condo development 8 Octavia, situated at Market and Octavia in Hayes Valley. The Stanley Saitowitz/Natoma Architects-designed project will sit where the Central Freeway once ran, and the site has been vacant since that roadway was torn down in 2002.

Octavia Boulevard was thoughtfully reworked in 2005 to create a more pedestrian-friendly stretch, and having a new residential development will give the area a boost where it’s needed. 8 Octavia will sit in the midst of a very busy intersection that includes motorists heading to the 101 on ramp from Octavia, as well as the usual Market Street traffic and Muni flow.

But DM Development and DDG, the forces behind 8 Octavia, are working to build a sleek, smartly designed building on a pie-shaped slice of land. The goal, according to Saitowitz, is to present the project as a modern-day interpretation of the Victorian-era homes that pervade Hayes Valley. He says that the exterior will feature a fluid, changing facade, units with flexible space and lightwells that will be like urban versions of the traditional yard.

Floor plans include junior one bedrooms and one-, two, and three bedrooms. There will also be three 3BR penthouses and one 2BR townhome. Among the available floor plans at 8 Octavia is a “pod” concept, designed to maximize living space by containing the kitchen, bath and washer/dryer within a single efficient module. The “flex space” floor plan offers a living space that can be portioned into multiple rooms by sliding movable wall panels.

Innovative features at 8 Octavia include keyless entry into the building and individual homes via smartphones. The building also features user-controlled window louvers to modulate solar heat and privacy. Residences include efficient lighting and appliances alongside finishes that include wood flooring, European cabinetry and floor-to-ceiling windows.

There will reportedly be approximately 24 parking spaces for the residences, and 26 bike stalls. Two ground-floor retail spaces will be included.

For buyers looking for a central location near the Castro, downtown, Duboce Triangle, Civic Center and the mid-Market district, 8 Octavia is an excellent option. I’m thinking the design may trump other more cookie-cutter condo developments which are on the way.

Filed Under: Hayes Valley, Neighborhoods, New Developments Tagged With:

What You Can Buy: Two-Unit Buildings

May 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Two-unit buildings in San Francisco that are eligible for one or two owner occupiers are one of the most desirable multi-unit property types in San Francisco. Two buyers interested in partnering up and living in both units while they pursue a fast-track condo conversion are great prospects for such a building, as is an owner occupier who wants to reside in one unit and rent out the other. (The latter doesn’t allow that owner to circumvent the condo lottery, but it can be an excellent way to afford a home that you otherwise may not have been able to purchase without factoring in rental income.)

I wanted to highlight three two-unit buildings that I think are great prospects. If you’d like further details on any of these properties, or would like to talk more about the ins and outs of purchasing two units, please contact me. I’ve owned my two units in Noe Valley for many years, living in one unit and renting out the other. So I can tell you firsthand about the ins and outs.

Here are my two-unit picks at the moment:

2583-2385 Greenwich Street / Divisadero
Cow Hollow
$1,379,000

This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a pair of flats which will be delivered vacant, as the owner resides in one unit and will be moving. There are two 2BR flats with a combined square footage of 2240. This is the first time 2583-2385 Greenwich has been on the market in 30 years, so you can expect a need for cosmetic updates—not a bad way to increase value right away. The property has its original 1930s detail intact, from a large fireplace to crown moldings. There’s a three-car garage that provides three independent spaces, one of which is rented. For buyers seeking outdoor space, this isn’t the property for you, as the building takes up the entire lot. But you can certainly look into the possibility of adding a roof deck, which would pave the way to Bay, Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz views. This location is central to Union and Chestnut Streets, North Bay commutes, and Muni lines.

17-19 Ford/Sanchez
Eureka Valley
$1,785,000

17-19 Ford is a prime two-unit building in a great Eureka Valley location. Each flat has 2BR/1BA, and are roughly 1500 square feet each. The property has been improved with refinished floors, double-paned windows, new electrical and plumbing and seismic upgrades. Kitchens in each unit have been remodeled with new appliances. There are southern views from the bedrooms, plenty of storage, large bonus rooms, and both units will be delivered vacant. This is an excellent fit for two TIC partners looking to condo convert—and who’d rather not be bothered doing their own renovations. Though the location is technically Eureka Valley, Ford is only a block and a half to Dolores Park, three blocks to Castro Street, and is an easy stroll to the heart of the Valencia corridor.

1027-1029 Washington/Powell
Nob Hill
$1.2M

1027-1029 Washington is a two-unit building that will be delivered vacant and could use updating, so this is another one perfect for TIC partners looking to condo convert. There are two 2BR/1BA units that are around 1,000 square feet each, and a one-car garage. The building is situated in a busy part of Nob Hill/Chinatown, about two blocks from the top of Nob Hill and three blocks from the Financial District. So that makes it a good prospect for buyers who work downtown and want to be able to walk everywhere. There’s also plenty of public transportation nearby.

Filed Under: Cow Hollow, Nob Hill, Noe/Eureka Valley, TIC's & Multi-Unit Bldgs, What You Can Buy

Mission Condo Seller Cuts to the Chase

May 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment

I do appreciate when sellers of desirable properties situated in white-hot neighborhoods like the Mission bring their homes on the market for a price that at first seems aggressive, but on second glance, is actually probably dead on. In other words, why list low when you’re confident there are enough buyers out there looking for the type of home you have for sale—and willing to pay top dollar to beat out their competition?

Case in point: 736 Valencia #201, a 2BR/2BA condo with 1365 square feet, listed late last week for $1,550,000. The unit features an additional 1,000-square feet of outdoor space, and is situated in an eight-unit building constructed in 2010. The property is located right in the heart of the Valencia stretch at 20th Street. Boasting a spacious chef’s kitchen and other high-end finishes, 736 Valencia #201 has one-car parking and HOA dues of $436/month.

The current owner purchased the unit new in 2010 for $1.2M, and is now seeking a price that clocks in at $1135/square foot. This may seem eye popping. But if you’ve been closely been following the Mission market and new construction in San Francisco, prices are roughly $1000-$1200/sq foot, depending on the exact location, quality of finishes and overall amenities. Yes, 736 Valencia was built in 2010, and if this seller could get $350,000 more than he paid for it, props to him. But I won’t be surprised if someone pays that price or more, particularly with the continued low inventory in the Mission. There doesn’t seem to be any shortage of buyers willing to throw money at desirable properties in the neighborhood.

Filed Under: Condos, Mission Tagged With:

52 Bonview is Back Like a Boomerang in Bernal

May 3, 2013 By Leave a Comment

The 3BR/1BA single-family home at 52 Bonview is back on the market, literally less than a month after it sold for $1,210,000 on April 5th.

Situated at the northwest base of Bernal Hill, the house has great views but is a hike from Cortland and is relatively small, with only about 1100 square feet and one bathroom. Kitchen and bath finishes are fairly mid range. Views are excellent. The story here is that 52 Bonview came on the market listed for $799,000 on March 20th. A swarm of buyers materialized, apparently driven by the aforementioned attributes. 16 offers later, the winning buyer purchased the property for $1,210,000.

The buyer was reportedly an investor who never moved into the house but now wants to pursue another opportunity out of state, and wants out. This owner now has re-hired the original listing office, and 52 Bonview is back for $1.1M.

It will be interesting to see whether any of those 15 buyers who wrote offers only a few weeks ago will step up and make a play for this house. These days, there always seems to be at least one outlier who’s willing to throw a ton of money at a property, and if that happens here again, I’m guessing that waiving an appraisal contingency will be required.

Filed Under: Bernal/Excelsior Tagged With:

200 Dolores Approaches Spring Launch

May 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment


A much anticipated condo development on the Mission Dolores/Duboce Triangle/Castro borders is 200 Dolores, which has been in the works for some time.

200 Dolores offers 13 elegantly appointed condos. Three of the units are located within the historic Victorian home that’s been moved and renovated, and the other ten units were constructed on the adjoining parcel and surround a central courtyard. Features include gas fireplaces, built-in television cabinets, recessed lighting, radiant heat floors, Ann Sacks tiling throughout and Wolf/Sub-Zero/Bosch appliances. There is an elevator in the building, as well as garage parking for all units.

Here’s a breakdown of the units, as per listing agent Anne Herrera at Sotheby’s International Realty:

One 1BR/1BA, approximately 680 square feet

Two 2BR/2BA, approximately 1015 and 1180 square feet (lower and middle units in the Victorian)

Nine 2BR/2.5BA, approximately 1095-1540 square feet, some with private roof decks.

One 3BR/3.5BAs approximately 2000 square feet (upper unit in the Victorian).

The project is expected to be complete at the end of May, with tours kicking off after the units are complete and showing at their best. Pricing will be approximately $1000 per square foot, subject to a final discussion with the developer as the units get closer to market.

I am a huge fan of this development and location. Of all the projects being constructed in San Francisco, I believe 200 Dolores will have the most “neighborhood” feel, given that it’s off Market Street and will provide a more peaceful environment than projects located at busy Market Street intersections. It’s also one block from the new Whole Foods that will be in the 2001 Market rental building (currently under construction), as well as Safeway. You can walk to the 16th & Mission BART station from here, as well as catch the Muni rail or bus lines along Market.

Give me a shout if these units are in your price range and you’d like to initiate a loan preapproval so you’re in position to make a purchase. At the risk of sounding like a used car salesperson, these condos will most likely sell out very quickly, so the more prepared you are, the more likely you’ll be able to beat out the competition.

Filed Under: Condos, Mission, Neighborhoods, New Developments, Noe/Eureka Valley Tagged With:

What You Can Buy: SF Houses

April 26, 2013 By Leave a Comment

There are many neighborhood and property options in San Francisco. Today we take a look at four new single-family homes listings in different price points and areas. For those kicking off a house hunt who aren’t terribly familiar with the many neighborhoods in the city, this is a great way to start getting a sense for what’s out there:

754 Monterey Blvd
Sunnyside
$749,000
2BR/1BA, 1124 sq ft
Built 1924
1 pkg

Featuring an updated kitchen and bath, formal dining room and a lovely garden, 754 Monterey has lovely 1920s period details. Monterey Boulevard has four lanes of traffic, so if you’re very sensitive to noise, this may not be the best choice. But the location is convenient to 280, two bus lines, BART, City College, Safeway and more. The property last sold in 2009 for $633,000.

243 Romain
Twin Peaks
$1,195,000
2BR/1BA, 952 sq ft (as per tax records)
Built 1908
1 pkg

The big selling point for 243 Romain is the floor-to-ceiling windows and deck that overlook the city skyline and homes in the background, as well as the secluded, landscaped yard. The house is definitely on the small side, but having those views really opens things up. At the corner is a footbridge that lets you cross Market Street, and drops you down into the Castro. Weather in Twin Peaks is generally cooler, foggier and windier in the afternoon, but the neighborhood is great for clearing your head and appreciating a more quiet environment. The house last sold in 2008 for $899,000.

770 4th Avenue
Inner Richmond
4BR/2BA, 2652 sq ft
$1,749,000
Built 1914
2 pkg

770 4th Avenue is great for buyers who need a lot of bedrooms and space, as well as those who are looking for a property to update and make their own. All the details are there, from a living room with a fireplace and built-ins to wainscoting and wood molding. The 700 block of 4th Avenue is right off Golden Gate Park, and is one of my favorite streets in the Inner Richmond because it’s tree lined and has a lovely feel to it. 770 4th Avenue has been owned by the same family since 1973, and we’re told that they took great care of the property.

3110 Buchanan
Cow Hollow
$1,195,000
2BR/1BA, 1066 sq ft (as per tax records)
Built 1900
1 pkg

An excellent condo alternative for buyers who are serious about living in Cow Hollow, 3110 Buchanan is s small Victorian house with a lot of charm in the form of bay windows, high ceilings, French doors and crown moldings. One of the bedrooms is half of the double parlor, and there’s a large eat-in kitchen that looks out on to the patio. Decent-size parking space, as well as washer/dryer hookups and storage. 3110 Buchanan is one and a half blocks from the heart of Union Street, and about five blocks to the Chestnut Street retail area. The block itself loses points in the charm department, as you’re adjacent to a motel. But the location is convenient, particularly for North Bay commuters.

Filed Under: Cow Hollow, Richmond/Lake, Sunnyside, Twin Peaks, What You Can Buy

Just Sold: Golden Gate Heights View Home

April 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment


This is only part of the view my clients now have from the living/dining rooms and kitchen of their 2BR/1BA home at 2085 14th Avenue. You can look out at the expansive Pacific Ocean, as well as all the hills and streets in between.

Listed at $749,000, the house is three blocks north of Taraval, with its Muni line and shops, and another five blocks or so to the West Portal retail area.

Filed Under: Neighborhoods

Nob Hill’s Marlow Launches Condo Pre-Sales

April 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment

I visited the sales office for Marlow, the 98-unit condo development currently under construction at the corner of Van Ness and Clay in Nob Hill. The building will be move-in ready in early 2014, but the sales office has started selling units and already has ten units under contract.

Marlow is a mix of one- and two-bedroom units, as well as three-bedroom townhomes across eight stories. Floor plans include either units with or without dens, which is the main distinction.

Finishes include white quartz countertops, natural walnut cabinets, porcelain backsplashes and tiling, and stained maple floors. (Refrigerators, microwaves, and washer/dryers are not offered in the purchase prices.) The kitchen counter features a media station for charging your electronic devices:

Bathrooms have equally nice finishes:

Amenities include independent parking for each unit, bike storage (but no additional storage), three carshare spaces, air conditioning (in San Francisco, no less), and half of the homes have some sort of balcony for outdoor space. Windows are “double-, triple- and quadruple-paneled,” as per the sales office. And the common area is “Marlow Park,” which is an open space on the ground level that will feature a bocce court, grill, and firepit. There’s no roof deck.

Pricing is at a premium, ranging from $922-$1200/square foot. Units being offered now range in square footage from 671-1267 square feet, with the least expensive condo being a 746-sq foot 1BR + den on the second floor listed at $689,900, and the most expensive being a 1231-sq foot unit on the fifth floor listed for $1,232,900. Monthly HOA dues are $540-$667.

Buyers who want first pick of the available units will have to be content making their decisions based on floor plans and depicted views and other details via the sales office’s touch screen display. Those ten buyers already in contract are betting that Marlow’s condos will be worth current prices when the building is finally ready for occupancy in early 2014.

I like Marlow’s design and amenities, and believe that the units facing north, east and south will be the best ones. West-facing units that front Van Ness are the ones with the quadruple-paned windows, no doubt, and will require buyers who are less sensitive to noise—or ones who’d be happy running air conditioning and keeping the windows closed. The location is extremely central to the Polk Street corridor’s shops and restaurants, and is in walking distance of the Financial District. Given the limited new development opportunities in the well-established neighborhoods of Russian/Nob Hills, Marlow offers a good opportunity for buyers looking for shiny, new finishes in a convenient location.

If you’re interested in independent representation at Marlow, please contact me and I will schedule a visit to the sales office for us. The sale process in new construction is unique, and I can use my experience in this area to help you make the right decisions, as well as navigate all the ins and outs of the process.

Filed Under: Condos, Neighborhoods, New Developments, Nob Hill, Russian Hill Tagged With:

Update: ICON’s Floor Plans, VIP Loan Preapproval

April 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment

One of the more anticipated Market Street condo developments at 2299 Market, ICON, is now welcoming loan preapprovals for its units. Though the sales office is not yet open and the project is still under construction, you can complete a preapproval with the development’s in-house lender. This will certainly launch you to the top of the VIP list when it comes to purchasing one of the 18 one- and two-bedroom condos that will be available.

And while we’re at it, here’s a look at a few newly released floor plans, courtesy of the development’s marketing team of Suzanne Gregg and Jason Gorski at Paragon Real Estate. I’m liking the separation between the bedrooms in the two-bedroom plans:

If you’re interested in getting in before the masses, please contact me and I can help you navigate the preapproval process via the ICON in-house lender. Please note that I am not part of the ICON sales team, but can work with you in the event you’d like independent representation.

Filed Under: Condos, New Developments, Noe/Eureka Valley Tagged With: ,

New Condos on Tap for Potrero, Dogpatch

April 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Potrero and Dogpatch are the sites of two new condo developments currently under construction—Onyx and Millwheel North. Both are situated in very different locations, and have unique appeals:


1717 17th Street / Carolina
The Homes: Phase 1, 20 units, divided among one-, two- and three-bedroom plans
The Scoop: “Onyx” is located in a great part of Potrero, within walking distance to Whole Foods, World Gym, restaurants, cafes and bars. It’s across the street from Jackson Playground, so you get some green to look at. You can expect high-end finishes that will command top dollar, as well as parking for each unit and commercial spaces on the ground level. There will reportedly be 21 more units coming in Phase 2 of this project next year.
Buy If: You want a home in the heart of Potrero, as well as in proximity to Mission Bay and the freeways.
Developer: Paragon
Sales Begin: Spring 2013


1275 Indiana/1260 Minnesota
The Homes: 39 condos, mix of one-, two-, and three bedrooms for sale
The Scoop: Millwheel North follows the success of Millwheel South, which sold out rapidly in 2012, and is located right next door. Similar to Millwheel South’s layout, the North building will have addresses on Indiana and Minnesota, and both buildings will be linked by a common courtyard. A bulk of the units will be two bedrooms. There will be parking for each condo. The Indiana building faces 280 and a public green area, and the east-facing Minnesota side will be quieter. You’ll be in proximity to the Third Street rail, freeway and a healthy walk to the Dogpatch restaurant and cafe area on 22nd Street.
Buy If: You’re looking for a spacious condo with high-end finishes in a constantly developing neighborhood.
Developer: R Group, Inc.
Sales Begin: Late 2013/Early 2014

If you’re interested in taking a look at any of these condos, please let me know and we can schedule an appointment or get your loan preapproval going as soon as the sales office is in place. I can only assist you if I accompany you on your first visit to the sales office, and am happy to arrange for that at your convenience.

Filed Under: Condos, New Developments, Potrero/Dogpatch Tagged With:

What You Can Buy: 3BR Condos

March 29, 2013 By Leave a Comment

It’s a good time to check out the three-bedroom condo inventory in some of the most popular neighborhoods in San Francisco. Condos with three bedrooms are common options for what are called “move-up” buyers, who have been living in smaller homes but who now need that third bedroom for a new baby, guests or an office. And why not spread out if you can afford it?

Here are my picks from current market offerings:

642 Steiner
Alamo Square
3BR/2BA, 1 pkg
HOA dues: $344/month
List Price: $1,049,000

642 Steiner is situated in one of my favorite neighborhoods in San Francisco—Alamo Square. The condo is a spacious Queen Anne Victorian that’s been updated and also boasts lovely period details such as wide hallways, high ceilings, original wainscoting and moldings. Clocking in at almost 1600 square feet, this is a great unit for families that need good bedroom separation. There’s also a nice deck off the kitchen. 642 Steiner is located right off Alamo Square Park itself, and is three blocks from Nopa and the hot Divisadero corridor. Tech shuttles also stop nearby, so plan your commute accordingly. 642 Steiner last sold for $1,030,000 in November 2009.

2327 Divisadero
Pacific Heights
3BR/2BA, 1 pkg
HOA dues: $390/month
List Price: $1,525,000

I’m totally digging 2327 Divisadero, a renovated top-floor condo that’s smack dab in the middle of Pacific Heights. Yes, Divisadero is busy, but it calms down significantly north of California Street, which is where 2327 Divisadero is located. The building exterior has extreme curb appeal, and the unit is rife with quintessential Edwardian period detail. Rooms are gracious and generously proportioned across 1856 square feet, and the gourmet kitchen opens to a small deck. The master bedroom has an ensuite marble-finished bathroom, and residents share the landscaped garden. 2327 Divisadero is very close to Alta Plaza Park, Fillmore Street, Divisadero shops and restaurants, and the Presidio. This unit last sold in March 2005 for $1,180,000. Oh, and offers are due today.

1580 Great Highway #4
Outer Sunset
3BR/3BA, 1 pkg
HOA dues: $328.20/month
List Price: $749,388

Ah, the Great Highway. I know it’s far west if you’re commuting downtown or to the Peninsula, but you can fall out your door and run on the beach or along the Great Highway path. This location is phenomenal for dog owners. Though 1580 Great Highway #4 isn’t the prettiest building to look at, the unit’s floor plan is quite large (1798 square feet) and includes three—three!—bathrooms. There are ocean views from the living/dining/kitchen area, and a deck with hills views, as well. A lot of bang for the buck, is what I say. The condo is one block from the N Judah Muni line, and three blocks south of Golden Gate Park.

Filed Under: Haight/NoPa Tagged With: , ,

SF Sales Up Across the Board, Supes Consider Retrofit Legislation

March 27, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Sales of single-family homes, condos and multi-unit buildings are up almost 7% over the past 180 days. That means buyers are looking at a competitive Spring for long-awaited inventory, and sellers are expecting the multiple-offer activity to continue.

View recent sales, stats and the latest on the mandatory earthquake retrofit legislation, Mexican Museum development downtown, and an update on Hayes Valley’s upcoming condo development in this edition of the Zephyr MarketTracker.

Filed Under: Hayes Valley, Market News Tagged With: , ,

Just Sold: House-like Eureka Valley Condo

March 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment


My clients just purchased a beautiful 3BR/2BA, two-level condo at 4439 19th Street in the popular Eureka Valley neighborhood. Listed for $995,000, the condo features a large, remodeled kitchen, formal dining room, and fantastic period detailing throughout. Downstairs is a master suite that boasts a limestone shower stall, double sinks, two closets and built-in bookshelves. One-car parking, too! The property is in proximity to the shops, restaurants and public transportation in the Castro, and is also situated on a lovely, tree-lined street.

Filed Under: Noe/Eureka Valley Tagged With: