Leslie de Bretteville of McGuire has priced the home (number 4) at $15,000,000. She describes the property as:

Full-floor grand scale home-like apt with beautiful Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Views.

2006 Washington Street, built in 1924 by renowned architect C.A. Meussdorffer, is an architecturally significant building with a 24-hour and an on-site manager. It is the most exclusive cooperative building in San Francisco, and the apartments are very coveted.

This apartment consists of a grand living room with a marble fireplace, formal dining room, library, 4 bedrooms plus maid’s room, 5 full bathrooms + 2 ½ bathrooms, large kitchen, laundry room, 2 storage rooms + 2 car tandem parking in a secured garage with direct access. There are 2 private terraces with views off of the living room. All of the grand entertaining rooms have GG + Bay views and city scape vistas.

The home features

• Golden Gate Bridge views
• Two terraces
• Hardwood floors
• Two car secured parking with direct interior access
• Two elevators (guest & full size service)

More photos, via Trulia and McGuire.com, below. And for a fun home movie taken from the penthouse in the 1920s, when it was owned by the Schliing family, go here: http://www.schillingfamily.info/history/residences/images/CLIP2.MOV:

When I showed this beautiful Scott Street condo, facing Alta Plaza Park, to a client in April, I knew immediately that it would sell quickly. And indeed it did. Within days it sold for $2,170,000 — almost $200,000 more than the asking price (and $1,080,000 more than it sold for in July 2005.)

What I didn’t know was just how horrible the place looked before it had been renovated, and what a truly remarkable job the designer had done.

This month, “California Home+Design” has featured the home in its pages. “A Heightened Awareness: San Francisco architect Jennifer Weiss turned a 1960s apartment into an airy space illuminated by park views and a remarkable art collection,” written by Julie Carlson, and photographed by Laura Plageman, gives a full history of how the condo came to be.

But only at SFLuxe will you see the way it was before. It’s an amazing transformation!

Bathroom, 2005:

Bathroom, 2008:

Kitchen, 2005:

Kitchen, 2008:

Living room, 2005:

Living room, 2008:

• Photos (2008 version): Laura Plageman [chdmag.com]
• Further Information (architect): Jennifer Weiss [jweissdesign.com]
• Further Information (discussion): Through and Through… [socketsite.com]

The Bay Area’s rich are still snapping up high-end properties for record sums. On Friday, a mystery shopper agreed to buy the unfinished penthouse at the Millennium Tower for $11 million. That’s $2,288.81 for each of the San Francisco property’s 4,800 square feet, a range rarely exceeded even when the space is built out - that is to say, when it actually includes walls and finishes.

The buyer, who wasn’t identified per the building owner’s policy, put down $1 million to begin the escrow process.

The deal is further evidence that people are willing to pay ever higher prices for luxury Bay Area real estate, particularly downtown San Francisco condominiums, even as thousands of average homeowners are wrestling with plummeting prices and fighting off the specter of foreclosure. High-end homes operate in their own universe because the availability is limited and the very wealthy are largely immune to the main factors dragging down the broader market.

“On the upper end, it has definitely gone up,” said Alan Mark of the Mark Co., a marketing and research firm for the condominium industry. “There’s a deep market for large, high-end condominium residences that have great views.”

New York-based Millennium Partners is developing the $500 million, 60-story glass structure at 301 Mission St., which is scheduled to open in spring 2009. Sales began in November and despite an average price tag of $2.5 million, the company is well ahead of its goals, said Richard Baumert, managing director with Millennium.

“The momentum has been pretty strong since the day we opened,” he said.

Photos via rinconhilltowers.com

An owner of a one-bedroom at One Rincon Hill recently went up to their new condo and snapped these photos, which they posted online. I’m just as underwhelmed by the finishes and overall look of the apartment as you probably are — but let’s face it, the ORH is about views, not flooring.

Any other excited ORH owners care to share photos of their new residence? Please send them to damionmatthews@gmail.com

There are a lot of creative ways to market an $9.9 million property — private showings, using it to host lavish charity events, using it as an interior design showcase. One of the more unusual ways of doing it, however, is to put it up on Craigslist.

This attractive home at 2174 Green Street is one of only eight properties in San Francisco currently priced over $10 million, and consists of 9 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. A unique property indeed. Here is how it was described at Craigslist:

Excellent Home for Entertaining: This home is Elegant and can be sold with all of its beautiful furnishings. It has a large Formal Living room, Large Formal Dining room, two Kitchens on the Main floor. Its 9 Bedrooms and 10 Bathrooms will accommodate house guests comfortably.

The school district is excellent and a great neighborhood to raise children.

The Home is one block to Fillmore and Union Street Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife. Walking distance to the Marina, San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio Park, Chestnut Street, Fort Mason, Chrissy Fields, and Fisherman’s Wharf.

Features:

MAIN FLOOR - 2 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms

Large Formal Living Room w/fireplace
Formal Dining Room w/fireplace and Bay Views
Guest Bathroom
Kitchen
Breakfast Dining Room w/Bay Views
TV Room
Large Patio Deck w/Bay Views
Guest Bedroom, w/fireplace
Bathroom
Large 2nd Kitchen
Large Sitting Room w/fireplace
Bedroom w/Bathroom and Bay Views
Laundry Area w/bathroom
This floor can be divided and made into 2 units.

UPPER FLOOR - 2 Bedrooms/2 bathrooms

Large Master Bedroom with panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay
Large Master Bathroom w/Jacuzzi, shower,
Adjacent Sitting Room with fireplace
Large Bedroom w/bathroom
Huge Bedroom sized closet that can be converted back into Bedroom

IN-LAW CONDO 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms

Large Livingroom/Diningroom/Kitchen Combo
Bedroom w/bathroom
Bedroom
Bathroom
Large outdoor Patio/Deck

ADDITIONAL 2 FLOOR CONDO 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms
Separate entry
Large Formal Livingroom w/fireplace
Large Formal Diningroom w/fireplace and
Fantastic View of the Bay
Large Kitchen
Laundry
Bedroom w/Fantastic View of Bay
Bathroom
Master Bedroom w/fireplace/Bathroom

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Judi Conner jfe010@sbcglobal.net 415-902-9940
Jaleh Miller jtmillerintl@sbcglobal.net 415-613-9209 www.jtmillerandassociates.com
JTMiller and Associates Int’l Real Estate

One of my favorite buildings, 1170 Sacramento, located at the top of Nob Hill, was featured this month in SFis, the SF Chronicle’s full-color style magazine.

Carolyne Zinko’s piece, “Cloudlike Abode High Above Sacramento Street,” takes us into the dreamy 15th floor apartment of architect Andrew Skurman and his wife Francoise.

Skurman transformed the 2,000 square foot residence into a one-bedroom apartment with a huge living area to showcase their collection of art, which includes large paintings by Alessandro Twombly and Damien Hirst. They worked with Orlando Diaz-Azcuy in the design, which features lacquered walls and silver leaf ceilings.

For those who are interested in living at 1170 Sacramento, a similarly sized condo as this on a higher floor sold in April 2007 for approximately $2.3 million.

• Further Reading: SFis
• Photos: San Francisco Chronicle/SFis

Some highlights — how about a two-bedroom for under $600,000, or a three-level loft for $625,000?

For more information, or for a showing, contact Damion Matthews at damionmatthews@gmail.com or call (415) 595-9876.

Note: While these listings are available to the public via the MLS, information pertaining to short sale or REO status is usually found in a section that’s only available to agents/brokers.

1255 California #504 (Nob Hill)

• $649,000
• One-bed/1.5 bath
• “Sophisticated Nob Hill Living! Picturesque Golden Gate Bridge Views and Grace Cathedral from floor-to-ceiling windows. Romantic yet spacious 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath condo perfect for urban dwellers or pied-a-terre buyers. Bamboo hardwood floors, Wood-burning fireplace, large living room/dining room, guest bath, ample closets. Master Suite has WIC and tiled Bathroom w/separate vanity. Washer/Dryer and deeded parking. Amenities include attended Lobby, on-site mgr, Roof Deck, Media Room/Library.”
• Listing Agents: Chris Lim & Mark Choey, Vanguard Properties. Phone: 415-630-0204

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768 Francisco Street (North beach)

• $729,888
• Two-bedroom/one-bath (approx. 1031 sf)
• “Large Master Bedroom. Laundry Room. Living Room has fireplace, large window in front makes this room bright! Backyard/Common area for BBQs!”
• Listing Agent: George Kim, Re/Max Dolphin Real Estate, 650-372-9400

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246 Myrtle Street

• $529,500
• Two-bedroom/1-bath (approx. 936 sf)
• No parking
• “Beautifully upgraded victorian condo in registered landmark building in convenient central location. Move-in condition. “
• Listing agent: Robb Fleisher, AMSI, 740-0880

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1800 Bryant Street, No. 311 (loft)

• $625,000
• Two-bedrooms/2-baths (approx. 1126 sf)
• One parking space
• “Fabulous live/work penthouse view tri-level loft in Media Gulch. Living area has open floorplan with generous living room, big dining area with kitchen, office space, BA + W/D on ground level. Dramatic circular staircase leads to main loft bedroom with bath and up to 2nd bedroom. Huge wrap around pano view roof deck. Parking.”
• Listing agent: Heidi Mueller, Prudential California Realty, 722-2076

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175 Bluxome Street, No. 111 (loft)

• $613,888
• Two-bed/2-bath loft (approx. 1066 sf)
• One parking space
• “Great Opportunity.. Short Sale PRE-FORECLOSURE..Dont Miss Out! Beautiful loft in San Francisco SOMA. Beautiful 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bathrooms..Awesome Condtion & Ready to Move-In! Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Tops, Cherry Wood Floors.”
• Listing agent: Jeffrey DeJesus, RE/Max Westlake, 650-270-4733

250 King Street, No. 410 (The Beacon)

• $625,000
• One-bed/1-bath
• Parking: $100
• “Stunning luxury living at the Beacon with a great view of the SF skyline. The Beacon is a full-service building in South Beach/Mission Bay with concierge, 24 hour security, gym, heated pool, two spas, saunas, private dog park, community club room and more. Plus, there’s a new gourmet Safeway, Starbucks, Borders, and AT&T park is a short walk away! Subject to short sale approval. Seller is motivated.”
• Listing agent: Marlon Austria, Realty World Bay Area Real Estate, 650-355-2121

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701 Pennsylvania, No. 1 (at 22nd. street)

• $625,000
• One-bed/2-bath loft (approx. 1200 sf)
• One parking space
• “Huge Corner live/work Loft style condo!3 levels ,First Level is a commercial style work space with 1/2 bath!2nd level has large and bright livingroom with 3 story windows.Nice well maintain kitchen with dining area.1/2 bath also on this level.Upper level 1 bedroom and1 full bath.Parking and close to 280,101 and caltrain.”
• Listing agent: Norman Green & Sevan Kevorkian, Help-U-Sell Best Choice, 648-7355

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950 Harrison Street, No. 210

• $565,000
• One-bed/1.5 bath loft (approx. 1016 sf)
• One parking space
• “Modern, light-filled 2 level condo in the stylish SOMA district between 5th and 6th Streets. Built in 2000, this unit is close to many of San Francisco’s amenities. Condo features a spacious loft bedroom with a walk-in closet, full split bath, skylight, gas fireplace, tall windows cover one wall with views of the city lights. Custom blinds, modern kitchen with Granite counters and more! A must see and a Steal at this price.”
• Listing agent: Maribel Herrera, A.T. Realty, 925-628-9848

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950 Harrison Street, No. 202

• $575,000
• One-bedroom/1.5 bath (approx. 1120 sf)
• One parking space
• “Great SHORT SALE opportunity. Price reduced! Brite top floor corner live/work loft with city views in trendy SOMA. Stylish open floorplan. Kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, skylights and tall windows. W/D in unit. Open courtyard. Close to transportation, freeways, restaurants, clubs, MOMA, South Beach and downtown.”
• Note: sold last year for $699,000
• Listing agent: Heidi Mueller, Prudential California Realty, 722-2076

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701 Minna, No. 3

• $664,900
• One-bed/1.5 bath loft (approx. 1173 sf)
• One parking space
• Want instant equity? This is a great opportunity to purchase this contemporary SOMA loft. Wood floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances. Seller wants this off the books for Jan 08 Close of escrow. “
• Listing agent: Joseph M. Bradley, 925-875-1583

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590 6th Street, No. 203

• $680,000
• Two-bedroom/3-bath loft (approx. 1502 sf)
• One parking space
• “Spacious Flower Market loft, tri level w/private street level entrance. Currently configured as 3/3, south facing living area, gourmet kitchen w/professional gas range, granite counters,solid birch cabinetry. Lovely hardwd flrs,quiet MBR up w/double vanity master,wired for Cat5 Data,hookups for W/D in unit. Was tenant occupied, needs just a little TLC to shine! Generous 1c Pkg in garage. Sophisticated, contemporary SOMA loft, close to freeways, shopping, dining &more! Vacant ready for new owner!”
• Listing agent: Stephanie Klekas, 415-682-6636

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950 Harrison Street, No. 107

• $680,000
• Two-bedroom/1.5 bath loft
• One parking
• Listing agent: Bill Williams, Urban Bay Properties, 756-5730

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355 1st Street, No. S2303 (The Metropolitan)

• $519,000 $599,000 (price increased)
• One-bedroom/1-bath (approx. 691 sf)
• One parking space
• “Gorgeous 1 BR w/South view of SF Bay & Bridge from 23d floor living area and walk-out deck, in the gorgeous & sophisticated Metropolitan. High end, open kitchen with granite counters, high end appliances, marble bathroom, in-unit laundry, Convenient deeded parking on ground level (compact space #339-please check size before writing offer). Sophisticated complex offers 24hr concierge,huge gym,pool& spa, rooftop terrace, club room, conference & business centers & more! Hip South Beach/Rincon area.”
• Listing agent: Stephanie Klekas, Coldwell Banker, 682-6636

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Anyone looking for a one-bedroom condo South of Market has got to take a look at this. It just went on the market today, with showings beginning next week. It’s on the 23rd floor at the Metropolitan, with deck and great great views. Almost 700 square feet. And here’s the best part — the asking price: $519,000! It’s a bank owned property, sold as-is. Looking for a deal? Here it is!

Here’s a listing that should appeal to someone looking for a spacious one-bedroom. It’s 803 square feet. Might be a little overpriced at $687,500, but hey — South of Market is a buyer’s market, so don’t feel shy about offering less when you think the price is too high!

Description: 

This Oversize 1BR/1BA Condo Offers a Versatile Floor Plan Perfect For Entertaining & Urban Living Accented By Designer Upgraded Finishes. Enjoy Own Private Entrance, High Ceilings, Alcove Space for Den/Office, Spacious Chef’s Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Countertops, HRDWD Flooring. In Unit W/D, A/C & Heating, Both Deeded Storage & 1 Car Garage. The Build. Boasts a Magnificent City Vu Roof Deck w/Adjoining State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center. Boutique Hotel Entry.

Further details are available here.