2218 Clay St, San Francisco, CA, 94115

About This Home

Set in the heart of Pacific Heights, this extraordinary fully detached Queen Anne Victorian offers a rare blend of historic grandeur, modern livability, and iconic San Francisco outlooks. Encompassing six bedrooms, five and a half baths, and positioned on an unusually expansive 34 by 127 lot, this exceptional residence is a true legacy property, rich in character, meticulously maintained, and thoughtfully updated for contemporary living.Built in 1891 by Newsom and Newsom, their vision is displayed today with a home filled with natural light on all sides. Its whimsical facade features a turret with porthole windows, a keyhole arch, and a fabulous ornate glass and iron entry door.Inside, a grand foyer opens to a rare triple parlor layout with formal living, sitting, and dining rooms, showcasing high ceilings, intricate moldings, and marble fireplaces. The renovated kitchen features Calacatta d'Oro marble, premium appliances, and a large island, flowing seamlessly into a breakfast area and family room with direct access to a landscaped garden. A powder room completes the level. The home perfectly balances San Francisco Victorian charm with the modern conveniences and floorplan of today. Upstairs, the full-width primary suite offers a turreted sitting area with city views, a massive dressing room+closet, and a bathroom with a stall shower and clawfoot soaking tub. The 3 additional bedrooms on this level are bright and spacious with the northern bedrooms offering views of the Golden Gate Bridge. The top floor, which is a legal 2nd unit, includes a large family room with a walkout view deck, huge bedroom suite with bathroom, a 2nd bedroom used as an office, a full bath in the hall, and a second kitchen/ laundry room.The home's lower level is the perfect place for family, adult or children hangouts. The Media/lounge area is great for social gatherings of all ages. This level also includes a bathroom and tons of storage. Interior access from the garage and a landscaped garden complete this grand residence. When you combine this wonderful home with it's incredible location, steps to Lafayette Park, North Side schools and a short walk to Fillmore St and all its shops and restaurants you truly have a one of a kind home.