Overview

A neo-classical mansion sits sturdily along the panhandle, watching joggers, bikers, and kids playing on the jungle gym. Corinthian columns and marble floors give an opulent welcome home. Enter the imposing foyer filled with carved wood, a sweeping staircase that hosts a reading bench at the first landing. The front antique table often has cookies to share from a neighbor, as well as packages too large to fit into the mailbox. You can imagine the Gilded Age standing in this grand entry. Just off the entry is Unit 1, no stairs to climb or groceries to schlepp up mountains of stairs. Unit one has huge windows that face south to the oldest trees of Golden Gate Park. The west wall features original columns that punctuate the wall, creating visual boundaries. Hardwood floors are warm underfoot. The kitchen is modern with a full-size stainless steel stove and refrigerator, dishwasher, and ample cabinets. The furniture is included in the sale: a roll-out couch for guests, a queen-sized bed, a coffee table, lamps, and an easy chair. Small table that seats four for meals. Inlayed marble stones dress with a tub and shower enclosure. In the backyard, there is a grassy lawn, grills, chairs and tables, and an enormous Canary Island Palm. On the first floor is a laundry room and parking.