It seems like I’m increasingly meeting people who live outside San Francisco, but visit frequently and would love a “base” in which to live part time or stay when they’re in town. So I’ve come up with a few such properties that meet the typical pied-a-terre criteria–reasonable HOA dues (capping it off at $900/month); central location; appealing unit and building.
Here are my three picks:
Pied-a-Terre #1: 8 Buchanan #803
1BR/1BA, 604 sq ft
$652/mo HOA dues
$700,000
8 Buchanan Street #803 is a bright upper-floor condo in Linea, a 115-unit building completed in 2014. The property is well appointed with modern finishes, in-unit laundry and airy outlooks. Its higher-floor location is a major plus, and the unit doesn’t directly face Market Street, helping minimize street noise.
Building amenities include elevator access, roof deck with panoramic city views, attended lobby and bike storage.
Linea sits at the crossroads of the Castro and Hayes Valley, offering excellent transit, shopping and dining access. Though #803 doesn’t include parking, the building is well suited for residents who bike, use Muni or rely on ride-share services. [Photos above courtesy Compass]
199 New Montgomery #604
1BR/1BA, 779 sq ft
$795/mo dues
$758,000
Over in Yerba Buena/downtown, 199 New Montgomery #604 offers a central location near the Financial District, Union Square, MOMA, Oracle Park, Yerba Buena Gardens, Embarcadero waterfront, Muni/BART and Caltrain.
#604 has an open floor plan, in-unit laundry, hardwood floors and custom window shades.
The building has 166 units and a 24-hour door person in a beautiful lobby, furnished roof deck with 360 degree views, two BBQs and a fire pit. [Photo above courtesy Engel & Voelkers San Francisco]
555 4th Street #721
2BR/2BA, 1,019 sq ft
$861/mo dues
$1,075,000
Buyers looking for a bit more space in their pied-a-terre may like 555 4th Street #721 in South Beach. I like this particular two bedroom more than the other two currently available at slightly lower prices because #721 has city views, gets great natural light and doesn’t face another unit’s windows.
Kitchen finishes feature Caesarstone countertops and European cabinetry, and the spa-like bathroom has a deep soaking tub and marble countertops. There’s also in-unit laundry and one-car parking.
The Palms is a 305-unit building with perks like keyless door entry, 24/7 lobby attendants, state-of-the-art gym, club lounge, movie theater, conference room and a lush landscaped courtyard.
Nearby are many restaurants, Whole Foods and transit/freeways. [Photo above courtesy The Agency]