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Exceptional San Francisco Investment

$1,295,000
1256 Bush Street, San Francisco
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Masti Pahlbod

Timeless Edwardian Elegance in Lower Nob Hill

San Francisco discovers timeless charm at 1256 Bush Street, a classic six-unit Edwardian building nestled in the highly desirable Lower Nob Hill neighborhood. Spanning approximately 4,673 sq ft, the three-story structure sits on a 0.072-acre (3,149 sq ft) lot. Built in 1910, this well-preserved property blends early 20th-century architectural character with modern potential. Each unit boasts a unique layout:
Unit #1: Ground-floor studio with its own entrance.
Unit #2: One-bedroom garden unit.
Unit #3: Large studio with a fireplace on the 2nd floor.
Unit #4: One-bedroom with a private deck and exclusive use of the garden on the 2nd floor, with fireplaces in the bedroom and living room.
Unit #5: Top-floor junior one-bedroom.
Unit #6: Top-floor one-bedroom with a 220 sq ft private deck.

Located just steps from the vibrant Polk Street corridor, Union Square, and San Francisco's renowned cultural and dining scenes, with a Walk Score and Transit Score of 100—perfect for city dwellers who value convenience and connectivity. The neighborhood is part of the Lower Nob Hill Apartment Hotel District, known for its rich collection of early 20th-century architecture. Whether you're looking to generate strong rental income or occupy a unit while leasing out others, this multi-unit property delivers versatility, location, and historic value.

Six-unit building: 3 one-bedrooms, 2 studios, and 1 junior one-bedroom.
Unit #1: Studio with private entrance, 252 sq ft. Rent: $1,100
Unit #2: One-bedroom, 650 sq ft garden unit. Vacant. Market rent: $2,450
Unit #3: Large studio, 500 sq ft with fireplace on 2nd floor. Rent: $1,500
Unit #4: One-bedroom with private deck and garden, 750 sq ft on the 2nd floor with fireplaces in the bedroom and living room. Rent: $2,400
Unit #5: Top-floor junior one-bedroom, 403 sq ft. Rent: $1,500
Unit #6: Top-floor one-bedroom, 620 sq ft with 220 sq ft private deck. Rent: $2,300

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Neighborhood

Think of Lower Nob Hill as San Francisco's master of the perfect blend - where historic architecture meets modern city living, and where downtown energy mingles with neighborhood charm. This slice of San Francisco serves up the city's signature hills with a side of accessibility, making it the sweet spot between Nob Hill's grandeur and the Tenderloin's urban edge.

The neighborhood reads like a love letter to San Francisco architecture, with streets lined by grand Edwardian apartment buildings that could tell a thousand stories. These sophisticated structures, many dating back to the post-1906 reconstruction era, create urban canyons that capture the essence of old San Francisco while housing today's city dwellers.

The food scene here plays out like a global greatest hits album. Sutter Street and its surrounding thoroughfares host everything from decades-old diners to trendy cafes, with the authentic tastes of Southeast Asia making frequent, delicious appearances. The proximity to the Theatre District adds a dash of cultural flair, with performance venues and art spaces painting the neighborhood's nightlife in vibrant hues.

Transit connections work like a well-orchestrated symphony here - cable cars ding-ding their way up the hills, while MUNI buses and nearby BART stations keep the city's arteries flowing. For residents, this translates to a morning commute that's more of a choose-your-own-adventure than a daily grind.
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