Shut UP! The “Princess Diaries” Villa Is on Sale in San Francisco

Cast as Grove High School in the beloved film, the neoclassical home is currently listed for a royal sum of $6.5M—after a $2.4M price cut.
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Location: 2601 Lyon Street, San Francisco, California

Price: $6,500,000 (Originally listed at $8,900,000)

Year Built: 1923

Footprint: 4,554 square feet (four bedrooms, three and a half baths)

Lot Size: 0.10 acres

From the Agent: "One hundred years after it was originally designed and constructed, 2601 Lyon Street is still celebrated as a thing of beauty. Fans of neoclassical Mediterranean design consider the home to be among the most aesthetically graceful homes in San Francisco. Its acclaimed occupants (both real and imagined) certainly make it among the most beloved homes in our city.  It has been lovingly maintained and improved by its current owners, who have endeavored to achieve a harmonious balance between the home’s original architectural detail and the comfort and convenience of modern amenities. With large, formal public rooms, four bedrooms, three full and one-half bathrooms, an office, a media room, an elevator, panoramic view balconies and a roof garden, this villa with 12+ rooms will surely bring centuries of joy to its future caretakers."

Perched at the eastern edge of the Presidio Wall, at the intersection of Pacific Heights and Cow Hollow, the 1920s home enjoys enchanting bay and city views to the north and east.

Perched at the eastern edge of the Presidio Wall, at the intersection of Pacific Heights and Cow Hollow, the 1920s home enjoys enchanting bay and city views to the north and east.

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The sprawling home features large living areas that cater to easy entertaining.

The sprawling home features large living areas that cater to easy entertaining.

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Overlooking the Presidio’s verdant forest, the kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, long countertops, and ample cabinetry.

Overlooking the Presidio’s verdant forest, the kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, long countertops, and ample cabinetry.

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A large soaking tub and a glass shower await in the primary bath located upstairs.

A large soaking tub and a glass shower await in the primary bath located upstairs.

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An aerial view shows the home’s spacious rooftop deck, complete with a grilling station, multiple seating areas, and outdoor heaters.

An aerial view shows the home’s spacious rooftop deck, complete with a grilling station, multiple seating areas, and outdoor heaters.

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