Sold: 832 Bay Street

Russian Hill evokes images of San Francisco both real and mythical: shadowy mysterious figures in the fog like Sam Spade and The Thin Man or even Dashiel Hammet himself; free loving Tales of the City characters wandering toward Barbary (Macondray) Lane; icons like the Cable Cars, the Buena Vista, and the “crookedest street”, plus chocolate and fresh fish. Russian Hill and its adjacent areas are the essence of San Francisco itself to most of the world.

832 Bay Street is perched just above all the action of the waterfront – and on historical natural land. You can see sailboats narrowly escape the giant ships as well as the ever changing atmosphere over the bay. After the sun sets dramatically behind Ghiradelli’s tower you can enjoy its twinkling lights long into the evening.

Other than the view and location, the best thing about this condo is the floor plan. The living areas are all together in a modern great-room style layout graced with an oversized semi-circular window overlooking the Bay. The living room has a step out balcony – just perfect for an evening cocktail or morning coffee watching the Bay’s dramatics – and a cozy gas fireplace to curl up next to if you get too chilly enjoying your time outside. The newly remodeled kitchen with Bertazzoni range and Subzero fridge is fit for a true chef. The condo features three bedrooms and three full baths, with two of them conveniently en-suite. The master bath has just been remodeled with an oversized step-in shower and stunning azure tile that recalls to mind the maritime location of the home. With 2 car parking, extra storage and plenty of closet space, 832 Bay is perfect for a 1st home or home away from home.