Take Two (And Big Cuts) For Thirty-Four At 188 King
If you’ve been plugged-in since 2006 should know the full saga of 188 King. Now three years later, the rented units (34 of 44) “are being converted back to condominiums…
The Wright Rental Stuff? (1332 Wright Loop)
From the statement for 1332 Wright Loop: Built in 1943 to accommodate the commanding general of the Ninth Coast Artillery District, this grand residence reflects a mix of Spanish Colonial…
Personal Effects, Check. Washer And Dryer, Check. Furnace…
With the short sale of 2874 Bush Street over in Lower Pacific Heights currently in escrow, and contingencies waived, a plugged-in source reports: Looks like moving day at 2874 Bush.…
Not Selling Itself Too Short On The Surface Atop Pacific Heights
Purchased for $1,850,000 in March 2004 just ten months after having sold for $1,687,500 (the good old days of money for nothing once again), 2040 Broadway #301 has been on…
Let’s Begin The (Building) Begin Again: The Lot At 586 Lisbon Sells
The sale of the stalled-construction Excelsior lot at 586 Lisbon closed escrow yesterday with a reported contract price of $335,000 (31% under original asking). No update on the touted $238,750…
Just Cause Eviction Extension Approved, But With Four Key No Votes
As a plugged-in reader reported shortly after the vote yesterday, while the Board of Supervisors approved Supervisor Avalos’ proposed legislation to extend “just cause” eviction rights to non-rent controlled units…
Apples To Apples To Apples In The Inner Mission (2773 Folsom #301)
Purchased for $835,000 in May 2006 just two years after changing hands for $648,375 (ah, the good old days of easy unsustainable 13 percent average annual appreciation), 2773 Folsom Street…
From Thirty To Fifty And Fifty To Thirty For FHA Condo Loans In 2010
While nearly unheard of just a few years ago, FHA backed loans in the Bay Area have become more common (along with associated defaults). A couple of condo related FHA…
Royally Unexpected Architecture, Design & Views: 1750 Taylor #203
Unfortunately it’s currently in contract, but as a plugged-in tipster writes about Royal Towers (1750 Taylor) unit #203: …I have never seen a unit in this building remodeled this way.…
Port Of San Francisco To Issue Water Taxi RFP Early Next Year
“Port staff will begin solidifying berthing agreements for various locations in South Beach, Pier 1½, Central Waterfront and Pier 39/Fisherman’s Wharf… contemplate issuing a Request of Qualifications to gauge commercial…