818 Steiner Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
$8,495,000
Perched across from Alamo Square Park, 818 Steiner is one of San Francisco's most significant Queen Anne Victorians, a meticulously restored 1899 residence built for the Hartter family that pairs 127 years of history with a full-scale modern renovation. Period character runs throughout, from soaring ceilings to curved bay window seats, while every system and surface has been thoughtfully updated for today's living.
The home's Tiger Oak millwork, likely reclaimed from British ships, was stripped, sanded, and refinished over an 18-week restoration to reveal its original tone. Curl into the front parlor's window seat overlooking Alamo Square Park, or watch the downtown skyline unfold from the kitchen and upstairs office, where City Hall's dome lights up in different colors each night.
The main level unites the front parlor and adjoining sitting area with an expansive dining room wrapped in the home's original millwork, an easy flow into a fully remodeled kitchen with Miele refrigeration, a Gaggenau induction cooktop, a Wolf oven and microwave, quartzite counters, and a walk-in pantry with a sliding ladder, plus a breakfast area and deck for everyday indoor/outdoor living.
On the main bedroom level, the primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with a cedar soaking tub, marble shower and vanity, a private water closet with a Toto Washlet, and two walk-in closets. An additional full bathroom and powder room on this level were also renovated down to the studs, alongside three further bedrooms.
The top floor opens into a light-filled space beneath skylights, offering the flexibility to configure as a media room, playroom, or additional home office, along with a further bonus room and a large office with panoramic city views. A new roof, solar panels, and White Oak flooring round out recent upgrades to this level.
Outside, a rare and expansive backyard was designed for entertaining, with a built-in fire pit, wood hot tub, outdoor shower, turf play area with a slide, and a gas BBQ hookup.
The lower level offers a private retreat of its own, an expansive bedroom suite with a separate sitting area, full bathroom, and private spa deck, opening out toward the backyard for easy indoor/outdoor flow. Also on this level: a home gym, a wine cellar, and a true 4-car garage with seismic upgrades, custom storage, and a Tesla EV charger, an exceptional amenity in this part of the city.
In all, 818 Steiner spans 6,040 square feet across four levels, with seven bedrooms thoughtfully arranged to flex to however the next owner chooses to live, along with a rare 4-car garage.
Set in one of San Francisco's most walkable locations, 818 Steiner puts Alamo Square, Fillmore Street shopping, Hayes Valley, Japantown, Divisadero, and Civic Center's world-class arts venues all within easy reach. This is truly a rare opportunity to become the next steward of a true San Francisco Victorian
Features:
7 beds, 5.5 baths, 6,040 square feet (per draftsman), spanning four levels
Meticulously restored 1899 Queen Anne Victorian built for the Hartter family, with original Tiger Oak millwork throughout, stripped, sanded, and refinished over an 18-week restoration
Alamo Square Park views on one side, Downtown SF and City Hall views on the other
Front parlor window seat overlooking Alamo Square Park, with an adjoining sitting area and expansive dining room wrapped in original millwork
Remodeled kitchen with quartzite countertops, Miele fridge, Gaggenau induction stovetop, Wolf microwave and oven, and a large floor-to-ceiling pantry with a sliding ladder
Breakfast area and walk-out deck off the kitchen for everyday indoor/outdoor flow
Large primary bedroom with seating area, 2 separate walk-in closets, and a remodeled en-suite bathroom with marble shower, marble vanity, separate cedar soaking tub, and private water closet with Toto Washlet
4 bedrooms on one level, including the primary suite, plus an additional full bath and powder room, all renovated down to the studs
Flexible top-floor space beneath skylights, suited to a media room, playroom, or home office, plus an additional bonus room and large office with panoramic city views
Separate lower-level suite with bedroom, sitting area, full bathroom, and private spa deck, suited for an au pair, in-law unit, or guests
Home gym and temperature-controlled wine cellar on the lower level
Rare 4-car garage with seismic upgrades/structural work, Tesla EV charger, and custom storage
New roof (2021) and owned solar panels
Backyard built for entertaining, with a wood hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pit, concrete slide to turf yard, and gas BBQ hookup
Fully updated to suit modern living while retaining historic character
Walking distance to Alamo Square, Fillmore Street shopping, Hayes Valley, Japantown, Divisadero, and Civic Center's arts venues
Open House
The youthful, upbeat energy of District 6 is a burst of fun in the city's center. Mingle with young couples, long-term residents, and ambitious professionals. With several different main drags, Divisadero, Fillmore, and Hayes, you'll never be bored. Pop into Maker + Moss for some chic home goods. Grab a chicken sandwich at aptly named The Bird. Treat yourself to a night out at the SF Jazz Center. Or, if you’re lucky enough to snag a reservation, head to Nopa, a lively and inviting SF classic. No description of District 6 would be complete without mentioning the institution Bi-Rite Market. This family-run market has everything you could want, including some of the city’s best ice cream. If it’s greenery you're looking for, Golden Gate Park is nearby, offering such cultural gems as the de Young Museum and the Legion of Honor. For anyone who enjoys the exciting pulse of city living, District 6 is a dream.
ExploreAmanda Mulholland is a seasoned and established agent with an impressive track record selling luxury property in both San Francisco and Marin. Her skill set, vision and professionalism are completely in line with Outpost’s mission to provide design focused innovative marketing and exceptional customer service to their clients. Amanda is an insider on both sides of the bridge, and knows all of the players, the neighborhoods, the school districts and where to get the best burrito! Over the years, she has achieved top dollar for her sellers, flipped three homes of her own and she has won countless deals for her buyer clients in highly competitive negotiations. Amanda is a keen problem solver. She has never encountered a situation that she couldn’t solve, which makes her the ideal partner for clients and real estate agents alike.
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