Meet the Innovator: Julia Morgan
January 30, 2007
Post was originally published on Redfin San Francisco Blog January 2007.
Today’s most clicked-on property is 3630 Jackson Street in San Francisco. Originally built in 1917, this Presidio Heights home is spectacular at all corners. Featuring a floor plan that accomodates 8 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms this is just what the established CEO / President dreams to possess in a sweet dig. Designed by the famous Cal graduate Julia Morgan, this remodeled 10,000 square foot home has been on the market for only 4 days. Her career blazed after the San Francisco earthquake and fire of 1906 while many of the city dwellers of the time decided to move outside of the city. Fortunately for us, she designed this beautiful masterpiece in San Francisco’s back yard.
Here is Julia Morgan pictured with William Randolph Hearst during the construction of Hearst Castle in 1919.
I must admit that they performed a good job maintaining the overall feel and look of the home. The pictures accentuate the delicate wood carpentry that was prevalent at the turn of the century. Of course, this home is by appointment only and won’t be open for next Tuesday’s Broker’s tour, nonetheless, save your lunch money because all this can be yours for a mere $18,000,000.
Just Demolish the Building!
January 25, 2007
Post was originally published on Redfin San Francisco Blog January 2007.
Today’s most popular property is 2231 Pinole Avenue in Rodeo. This 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom bungalow is selling for a cool $399,950. For those of you who don’t know where Rodeo is, Rodeo is a city you pass before you cross the Carquinez Bridge when going north on Interstate 80. In my opinion, there is not much going on in the city of Rodeo. However, I would argue that there is still some value in this city. Afterall, it is still closer to San Francisco than say a city like Vallejo or Napa.
The photos in the MLS listing only makes my impression of this home worsen. The home is cluttered with all kinds of junk and refuse. Moreover, the yard yearns for a cleaning. About the only positive comment I could make about this property is the fact that this home sits on a large lot. Which brings me back to my original thought that this home deserves to be demolished. Considering the condition and size of the home that sits on the lot now, I think a prudent person looking to make some money would demolish and build. What would you do?
Starry Night….SF Style
January 16, 2007
Post was originally published on Redfin San Francisco Blog January 2007.
Today’s most popular property is 1518 25th Street Unit #1 in San Francisco. This home features fantastic views of the city and the bay. Potrero Hill has always been a great alternative to living in downtown San Francisco. Purchasing a condo here will get you more square footage per dollar spent and usually lower homeowner’s association dues. A condo featuring these types of views and amenities would be closer to a million dollars in downtown San Francisco. Selling at $679,950.00, this newly constructed mid-rise 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms home is perfect for those lush wine parties.
While at a study group during my undergrad, a friend and I went to coffee shop on Texas Street, this is only a few blocks away from the property on 25th. To my surprise who do I see but Keanu Reeves having coffee with some woman? Later I would find out that they were in the process of shooting Sweet November with Charlize Theron (and of course Keanu), despite my disinterest my friend insisted we ask for his autograph. This area has all the features of a romantic backdrop to a Hollywood story including starry nights and cozy coffee shops.
Impulsive Purchases for Just Under a Million!
January 4, 2007
Post was originally published on Redfin San Francisco Blog January 2007.
Today’s most popular property is 1959 Hollyview Drive in San Ramon. The city of San Ramon headquarters such companies as AT&T and Chevron Corporation. It is also the city where Scott Adams created the Dilbert comic strip. Selling at $965,000, the floor plan boasts four bedrooms and three bathrooms on 2,631 square feet of living space. Take a look!
Located only 36 miles from the city of San Francisco, many commuting professionals enjoy the convenience of this area because of the great weather and diverse schools available to them. (There is even an elementary school named after Walt Disney.) Built in 2003, this home is great for an established family looking to upgrade or an executive wanting to make a statement. If you enjoy hosting barbecues or just like “chilling” outdoors there is a huge backyard facing a picturesque back drop of rolling hills in the distance. Not bad for under a million!
