Asking $4.5M, This Huge, Historic San Francisco Victorian Is a Rare Find

The fully detached home—with front and back patios—was built in 1872, and it’s still packed with period detail after a top to bottom revamp.

Location: 956 South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, California

Price: $4,495,000

Year Built: 1872

Architect: Edward Leodore Mayberry

Renovation Date: 2017

 Renovation Architect: Paul Molina

Footprint: 5,158 square feet (4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths)

Lot Size: 0.1 Acres

From the Agent: "956 South Van Ness is a historic grand Italianate Victorian built in 1872 by noted architect Edward Leodore Mayberry. During an extensive two-year restoration/renovation in 2017, a thoughtful commitment was made to honor its history and artistic accents while upgrading the interior for modern living and a full upgrade in systems including the foundation, electrical, and plumbing. The main level is an entertainer’s dream with grand rooms (all w/soaring ceilings), a chef’s kitchen, and a sun-filled walkout garden. Upstairs are three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The lower level was completely built out for additional living space (and bedroom) with a full bath (or a future unit with plumbing for a small kitchen). Additional features of this spectacular, fully detached home include a two-car side-by-side garage, an 800-bottle wine room, two laundry rooms, and abundant storage throughout."

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The home’s stained glass was sourced from Cradle of the Sun, a local store.

The home’s stained glass was sourced from Cradle of the Sun, a local store.

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The renovation took care to preserve the home’s original staircase.

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The renovated attic includes a living area and a bathroom on the floor.

The renovated attic includes a living area and a bathroom on the floor.

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The historic home sits in San Francisco’s vibrant Mission district.

The historic home sits in San Francisco’s vibrant Mission district.

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Will Allstetter
Will Allstetter is a writer, designer, and software engineer based in NYC. His work focuses on technology, art, and culture. You can find him online at willallstetter.com.

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