A true Shangri-La in the city, this extraordinary midcentury home in Forest Hill offers serenity, style, architectural pedigree, and views on a rare 6438 square foot wooded lot with mature trees and green outlooks. Designed with remarkable flow, architecturally interesting details like angled open beam ceilings and slanted windows, east to west light from sunrise on the SF hills to sunsets on the Pacific Ocean, luminous volume across three levels, this beautifully maintained home is filled with natural light and verdant outlooks that create a peaceful, airy ambiance throughout. At the heart of the home, a pristine open kitchen crafted by Al Lanier (husband of celebrated artist Ruth Asawa) anchors the main entertaining level with timeless sophistication. A dining room with direct deck access, living room with fireplace and wall of floor to ceiling paned windows, charming front den/guest room, and full BA complete this level. Upstairs, the generous and tranquil primary view suite with fireplace and sitting area provides a private retreat, while two generous bedrooms with a full bath and laundry on the lower level offer flexible living. Impeccably maintained with incredible intention, this home is a true sanctuary. A separate 3-car garage at the rear of the property, accessed via a
MLS #
SF426110877
MLS Source
San Francisco Association of Realtors® MLS
Days on Site
1
Bathrooms
Jack and Jill
Kitchen
Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Stone, Island
Appliances
Dryer, Washer
Dining Room
Formal Area, Skylight(s)
Fireplace
Brick, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Flooring
Wood
Laundry
Laundry Area
Heating
Central Forced Air, Heating - 2+ Zones
Foundation
Slab
Style
Other
Garage/Parking
Access - Alley, Covered Parking, Detached, Enclosed, Facing Rear, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Private / Exclusive, Side By Side, Garage: 3 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
HOA Fee
$100
HOA Fee Frequency
Annually
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187 San Marcos Ave is a Single Family Residence in San Francisco, CA 94116. This 2,118 square foot property sits on a 6,438 Sq Ft Lot and features 4 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $2,595,000 and was built in 1948. This address can also be written as 187 San Marcos Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116.
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