Historic Sylvester House Hits the Market

I visited a special property on broker tour today— The Sylvester House at 1556 Revere in the Bayview.

Built in 1865 and lovingly restored over four decades, this 5BR/3BA home truly reflects its owners’ passion big time. It has a long history and extensive back story that you can read about here. There are many cool features you don’t typically see—six marble fireplaces (all wood burning and operational); an 1870s Crawford cast-iron stove, Bradbury & Bradbury wallpaper and a large vaulted attic.

This is a rare opportunity for a buyer who values a carefully preserved piece of San Francisco history. My only wish for the future steward of this home: Whatever changes you make over time, please leave its soul intact.

Offered at $3,500,000

Here’s a great piece the SF Standard published last fall about 1556 Revere.

Here’s a look at some of the many rooms in the mansion: