1459 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117

It's easy to find the heart of a city, not the center, it's heart. It's made up of running and walking paths, huge grassy picnic grounds, public art, off-leash dog areas, and ancient trees. The NOPA has become the city's heart, encompassing grocery stores, a farmer's market, coffee shops and bakeries, and renowned restaurants, all with a 100/100 walk score. I didn't even know 100/100 was possible. Water records show that the house at 1459 Oak was completed in 1883, early for the area. The house faces the Panhandle picnic meadow of Golden Gate Park with its oldest trees, off-leash dog area, jogging, and bike paths. The facade is striking, with a multi-colored paint job and gold leaf that accentuates the intricate fretwork. Note the roof peak finial, the bracketed portico and bay window, the bullets and fish scales, and the elaborate checkerboard gable. The front stairs are terrazzo. The home is beautifully preserved, with period details worth noting in nearly every room. The double parlour has a pocket door between the rooms, a bay window facing the park, 11-foot ceilings, and a Carrera marble fireplace in the southern of the two rooms. The dining room has an elaborate mahogany mantle with the overmantle still in place. On the north wall is a built-in china cabinet. Imagine the stylish dinners you could host in this room. The kitchen is large and flooded with light in the afternoon. It has a Wolf range, an in-wall oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator, most of which are brand new. This floor has two bedrooms and a den. The primary bedroom has a large closet and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a view of the yard and south light. There is a deck off the kitchen with south light. On the first floor is another level of living. The living room faces the yard with a double south-facing sliding door. It is connected to the informal eating area and kitchen. There are two large bedrooms, each with closets. The bathroom is ADA accessible with grip bars and curbless entry. We love the cool tile. The garage is large with concrete foundations, and room for at least two cars in the garage and one in the driveway. The washer and dryer, furnace, and new electric service are also in the garage area. Don't miss your opportunity to take advantage of this quintessential Victorian in the heart of San Francisco.