469 Collingwood Street San Francisco, CA 94114

Conveniently positioned between Noe Valley and the Castro, this classic 30's home has been reconfigured to take full advantage of its hilltop location and extraordinary panoramic views. The generous main living level is enhanced by 9 foot ceilings, architectural skylights and an open floor plan that captures views of the San Francisco skyline, the Bay and well beyond. The renovated kitchen and bathrooms combine a modern sensibility with quality materials to create a clean and elegant ambiance. A large breakfast bar works great for casual dining while integrating the main living spaces for easy entertaining. The recently renovated primary suite features a fireplace, parquet hardwood floors, abundant custom closets and a newly added primary bathroom with walk-in rain shower. The second bedroom is conveniently positioned opposite another full bath which includes an over-sized shower and soaking tub. A dramatic light-filled stairway leads to the lower floor featuring a third bedroom suite configured for flexible functions. Also accessible privately from the street, this living space offers a great way to accommodate long-term guests or to generate rental income. Both living levels are extended by comfortable connections to multi-level east-facing decks, great for entertaining and enjoying the panoramic city views. The professionally designed landscape includes prolific mature lemon tress and a sculptural Japanese Maple. Once the home of Wilkes Bashford, a well-known clothing retailer and socialite of the Herb Caen era, the home includes vestiges of his fine taste and stature in San Francisco Culture. Hi-lights include a striking wall of custom walnut casework in the living room, and a 'Wilkes' outfitted walk-in closet. The home offers many systems upgrades including a recently replaced sewer line to the street, a newly refurbished roofing system, an outlet for fast car charging in the garage and a new 200 amp electrical service upgrade for future needs. The urban location is just a few blocks to the vibrant dining and nightlife of Castro Village and the shops and restaurants of 24th Street in Noe Valley. Seller is a CA licensed real estate agent. URL: collingwoodhilltophome.com for more info.