231 Upper Terrace

• Tue Oct 6, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

  Behind a charming shingled façade atop Buena Vista Heights, this beautifully renovated 1911 Craftsman opens to light-filled interiors, sweeping city views and an exceptional collection of outdoor spaces. Thoughtfully curated by its landscape architect owner, the terraces and tiered gardens form a series of outdoor rooms, each designed to make the hillside setting a beautiful and usable extension of the home. White oak floors, coffered ceilings and a fireplace bring warmth to the airy main level, where bay windows frame sweeping city views. An oak-island kitchen opens to dining and a generous terrace made for gathering above the city. Upstairs, the vaulted primary suite enjoys its own view terrace, marble bath and walk-in closet. A skylit, deep-green lounge offers a cozy escape. Below, a flexible guest suite with wet bar opens to cascading gardens shaped by a landscape architect’s eye. Lush plantings and garden terraces create distinct outdoor rooms—a secret garden in the heart of San Francisco. Moments from Buena Vista Park, 231 Upper Terrace pairs timeless Craftsman character with inspired interiors, layered outdoor living and the city unfolding below.

Behind a charming shingled facade atop Buena Vista Heights, this beautifully renovated 1911 Craftsman opens to light-filled interiors, sweeping city views and an exceptional collection of outdoor spaces. Thoughtfully curated by its landscape architect owner, the terraces and tiered gardens form a series of outdoor rooms, each designed to make the hillside setting a beautiful and usable extension of the home. On the main level, white oak floors, paneled columns and a coffered ceiling frame an airy living room centered on a fireplace. Tall bay windows capture views across San Francisco's hillside neighborhoods. The open kitchen pairs softly toned cabinetry and brass hardware with an oak island, integrated Sub-Zero refrigeration and Fisher & Paykel appliances. Beside the dining area, French doors open to a generous terrace with room for both dining and lounging- a natural gathering place above the city. The top-floor primary suite combines a vaulted, beamed ceiling with a bay-window seat overlooking the rooftops and hills beyond. French doors lead to an adjoining view terrace, creating an intimate setting for morning coffee or an evening outdoors. A spacious walk-in closet and a bath with a striking marble-slab shower and oak double vanity complete the retreat. Nearby, a skylit deep-green lounge offers a distinctive space for reading and unwinding. Downstairs, a flexible bedroom with built-in cabinetry, a wet bar and a full bath opens to a covered terrace. Beyond, the owner's landscape expertise unfolds in richly layered plantings, thoughtfully arranged gathering spaces and stone pathways connecting the garden's tiers. A garden deck welcomes relaxed afternoons, while an intimate stone sitting area nestled in greenery evokes the atmosphere of a secret garden. Together, these carefully composed spaces invite dining, conversation and quiet moments throughout the grounds. With Buena Vista Park nearby and views that draw the city into daily life, 231 Upper Terrace offers a compelling combination of Craftsman character, beautifully considered interiors and outdoor living shaped by a landscape architect's eye.

Days on Market

4 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$2,995,000

List Price

$2,995,000

On Market Date

Oct 1, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

District

SF District 5 - Buena Vista/Ashbury

Zip Code

94117

MLS ID

426153978

APN

2628051

Year Built

1911

Stories in Building

0

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

SFAR

Origin MLS System

Bed

2

Bath

2.5

Marble, Stone, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over

Parking

1

Driveway, Attached, Covered, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Private, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)

SQ FT

1,910

SQ FT Source

Graphic Artist

Lot SQ FT

1,820.81

Lot Acres

0.0418 Acres

Kitchen

Breakfast Area, Island w/Sink, Quartz Counter

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)

Dining Room

Space in Kitchen

Entry Level

0

Exterior Details

Balcony

Family Room

Deck Attached, View

Living Room

Deck Attached, View

Flooring

Tile, Wood

Fire Place

Gas, Living Room

Heating

Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, Radiant

Laundry

Laundry Closet

Views

Bay, City, Downtown, San Francisco

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Contemporary, Craftsman

Fee

$0

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