Vantage | June 2014 by Climb Real Estate

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VANTAGE June | 2014

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INSIDE

What we have in store for you this issue

3 BEST OF THE BAY

22 FEATURED PET

Monthly featured listings

Our extended furry family

12 HOMES, LOFTS & CONDOS An update of our inventory

Local events this June

10 RENTAL VIEW

25 CLIMB CONGRATULATES

The hottest rentals in San Francisco

Announcements and accomplishments

16 NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT Twin Peaks

18 CLIMB LOVES A few of our favorite things

24 WHAT’S NEW IN SF?

26 CLIMB MANAGEMENT TEAM The faces that drive Climb

28 MEET YOUR CLIMBERS The Climb Real Estate team

20 FEATURED AGENT Michelle Stephens

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BEST OF THE BAY We bring the best of San Francisco homes to you.

COVER PROPERT Y:

994 Corbett Ave.

ELEVATE YOUR LIFESTYLE

994 CORBETT AVE | 4BR/2 FULL BA+2 HALF BA | $2,595,000

Danielle Lazier / Michael Minson 994 Corbett offers four levels of living over 3,465 sq. ft. (per floor plan rendering) with four bedrooms, two full bathrooms and two half bathrooms, a one-car-plus private garage with an electric vehicle charging station, a fitness center, four landscaped outdoor spaces with gas/electrical/audio, and a celebrity chef-quality gourmet kitchen. An elevator connects all floors, and a 3.6KW solar installation reduces the home’s carbon footprint. You’ll know you’re in a home like no other when you enter via the Neoporte stainless steel front door. To your left is the large one-car-plus garage with an EV charging station, a fitness center with high-efficiency ventilation, storage, a half bathroom, and the first of two laundry stations. Straight ahead, find the gracious granite and teak entry leading to the elevator and staircase to the rest of the home. On the second level, the designer kitchen is fully equipped with a Pro-48 Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, 48” Viking 6-burner range and grill, two Asko dishwashers, a Miele coffee system, and a Viking microwave. The kitchen is flanked by formal dining and living spaces on one side and a casual family room/media room and breakfast area on the other. The dining room showcases a contemporary Cellula Swarovski crystal chandelier. Motorized blinds open to reveal expansive views of

Noe Valley and the Bay. The family/media room is equipped for a home theater with surround sound speakers embedded in the wall and ceiling. A patio and a half bathroom complete this level. On the third level you’ll discover three bedrooms, each with wall-mounted flatpanel TVs, designer draperies, and custom designed California Closets. The roomy bathroom has a jet tub, Toto toilet, and Kohler fixtures. A second laundry facility houses a stacked washer and dryer. The two back bedrooms open to a large private sun deck connected to the property with architecturally significant bridges–the perfect place for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. Enter the front bedroom through French doors and experience even more amazing views through a wall of windows equipped with motorized drapes. The entire top floor consists of the master retreat. The spacious master bedroom has a stainless steel framed gas fireplace and 55” wall-mounted TV with surround sound speakers embedded in the ceiling. The enormous custom designed walk-in closet includes a Swarovski crystal chandelier by Schonbek, two skylights, and smart storage solutions. Recharge in the opulent master spa complete with an infinity soaking tub, Toto 600 full-service toilet, a separate shower with 10 shower heads, and more spectacular views.

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ELEVATE YOUR LIFEST YLE IN TWIN PEAKS.

LUXURIOUS VIEW CONDO

229 BRANNAN ST. #12G | 2BR/2BA | $1,629,000

Michelle Balog

Located in the heart of South Beach just one block from the waterfront, The Brannanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrival set a new standard and created an iconic luxury high-rise that artfully signified the start of full-service amenity buildings with a thoughtful understanding of modern luxury living. Celebrated designer Christian Liaigre was given complete freedom to achieve levels of quality unseen in either previously or currently in new construction high-rises. The style of this internationally acclaimed interior designer created a superb combination of luxury and sophistication throughout each of the three buildings of The Brannan. Its inspiring design, carefully chosen amenities, spacious homes and incredible views established the building as one of the premier residences ranking among the finest in the Bay Area. Residence 12G offers the perfect blend of versatility and luxury with a formal entry hall alcove with a large closet that is ideal for additional storage. From the living area and bedrooms youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll enjoy a stunning, panoramic west-facing view with a balcony accessible from the living room and guest bedroom. A gourmet kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, gas range,

maple cabinetry, and granite countertops. You can entertain seamlessly and converse with your guests, as the kitchen looks onto the dining and living space. The entry, living/ dining room, and guest bedroom feature cherry hardwood flooring and the master suite is carpeted for the utmost luxury. Gracious in size, the master bedroom features southern view sunsets that silhouette Twin Peaks to Potrero Hill. An impressive and sizable walk-in closet and an en-suite lovely master bathroom with a double vanity make this sleep space simply luxury living. The guest bedroom enjoys the same views and excellent closet space and offers direct access to the private balcony. Across the hallway and off the living area is the guest bathroom. Deeded parking, air conditioning, additional storage, and an in-unit washer/dryer complete this home. Residence 12G embodies the sophisticated finishes associated with the reputation of The Brannan: the most desirable residences showcasing timeless, luxury urban living in San Francisco.

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CONTEMPORARY FLAT 3129 GEARY BLVD. #2 | 3BR/2BA | $1,025,000

Marcus Lee / Todd Montgomery

This exquisite condo was built in 2003 with 1,654 square feet of living space and offers modern high-end amenities, a touch of classic detail, and premium finish levels. The expansive chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen offers ample counter and cabinet space and boasts a breakfast bar that opens to the living/ dining great room. There are three generous bedrooms, two accented with Romeostyle balconies, and two exquisitely finished bathrooms with premium tiles and fixtures. The highly coveted location commands a nearly perfect Walk Score of 95. Enter the condo and you are welcomed with an open grand room with great light, a spacious conversational sitting space, high ceilings, and an impressive dining area that easily seats eight. There is a large bay window, a gas-burning fireplace, ample recessed lighting, and wonderful hardwood floors. Perfect for the aspiring Iron Chef, the gourmet kitchen offers a six-burner professional gas range, ample storage via custom cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, custom granite countertops with

copious preparation space, and full-height backsplashes. The luxurious master suite is spacious and offers ample closet space and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, an oversize Jacuzzi-style tub, and marble surfaces. There are two additional bedrooms and a second bath with custom finishes; all rooms are generously sized and well finished. Additional features of the home include crown molding, tall baseboards, and the functional amenities of double pane windows, a laundry closet with full size washer/dryer, and one-car parking. Real estate is all about location. Located conveniently on Geary Boulevard, this Lone Mountain address puts you in one of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best locations, right between Laurel Heights and Jordan Park. You are in immediate proximity to the 38 Muni and many popular restaurants and shops. USF, Rossi Park, and Golden Gate Park are all right around the block.

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HOMES, LOFTS & CONDOS See the latest inventory of Victorian flats, modern condominiums, historic loft conversions, single-family homes and a wide range of other properties all over the San Francisco Bay Area.

1 20 PARKRIDGE | $649,000 2BR/1BA Dirk Kinley

5 ARTANI | $989,000 2BR/2BA M. Finley & H. Orozco

This popular split floor plan offers privacy and separation of space with the bathroom centrally located between the bedrooms.

2 ONE ECKER | $949,000 1BR+DEN/2BA Kevin Gueco

This upper-floor unit features upgraded finishes, great views towards Cathedral Hill and Twin Peaks, lots of light, and a balcony.

6 1101 PACIFIC | $1,295,000 3BR/2BA T. Montgomery & M. Lee

One Ecker is a turn of the century historic landmark converted into a luxurious condo complex with timeless exposed brick and timber.

3 2667 18TH | $1,695,000 3BA/3BA M.Balog & P. Andreini

This spacious Nob Hill view home has contemporary finishes and is bolstered by picturesque views of the Bay and Bay Bridge.

7 THE INFINITY | $1,399,000 2BR+DEN/2BA M. Balog & M. Choey

This luxury custom remodeled home shelters a surprisingly versatile floor plan with a contemporary interior.

4 ONE RINCON HILL | $2,199,000 3BR/2.5BA Matt Finley

This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium is a very rare single-story floor plan with exposures to the south and west.

8 THE BEACON | $1,095,000 2BR/2BA A. Rubke & E. Narrido

Three levels of exquisitely appointed functional living space are situated across an expansive 2,350 square feet of architectural perfection.

This coveted and rare 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is a corner unit with floor-to-ceiling windows and its own balcony overlooking the courtyard and swimming pool.

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RENTAL VIEW

Climb rents Victorian flats, modern condominiums, historic loft conversions and a wide range of other properties all over the San Francisco Bay Area.

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OPPOSITE PAGE: ONE RINCON HILL | $4,500/mo 1BR/1BA D. Robinson & E. Kim

NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT This month we are featuring Twin Peaks. Check out our recommendations on the best the area has to offer.

DIRK KINLEY

REBECCA BROOKS

Managing Director

Senior Broker Associate

CANELA

SUTRO TOWER

Twin Peaks is removed but yet close to everything. I feel like I live in the suburbs but can be out my door and in under a 10-minute walk find restaurants, shops, or whatever strikes my fancy. My new favorite place to dine is Canela at 2272 Market Street. It features Spanish-inspired cuisine and great wines!

Even when the Karl the Fog is creeping through the Castro and Noe Valley, Sutro Tower is there, rising above it all, guiding you to the heart of the city. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s without a doubt established itself as a landmark right up there with the Golden Gate Bridge, if only to us natives.

GABRIEL ROJAS

MARCUS LEE

Senior Sales Associate

Sales Director

PEMBERTON STEPS

UPPER TERRACE MARKET

Make sure to start from the top unless you are very young or young at heart! The Pemberton Steps are surrounded by an array of charming little gardens, hidden doorways to houses, benches inviting you to sit, and plenty of sunlight.

An oasis of a corner store up the 17th Street Hill, Upper Terrace has all the essentials for your romantic dinner. They have a great selection of groceries, flowers, and household basics, but most importantly, they have wine!

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CLIMB LOVES

Here are a few of our favorite things that we know you would enjoy.

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ESCAPE

SLEEP

TROU NORMAND is an all

HUILO HUILO is the per-

day affair; named for the practice of drinking Calvados between courses in Normandy.

fect location for nature lovers, located in Neltume, Chile. Remember to bring your hiking boots!

THE PEABODY is known for

its rather quirky tradition where 5 ducks walk to the fountain in the decadent marble lobby each day.

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WATCH

READ

COVET

INSIDE OUT is Pixar’s up-

coming film about a little girl’s move from the Midwest to San Francisco after her dad gets a new job.

GABRIELLA is the story of a

PORSCHE DESIGN TOWER

spoiled and gorgeous rich girl who meets her match on the cricket field.

is the world’s first condominium building where elevators take residents directly to their apartments while they are sitting in their cars.

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FEATURED AGENT Getting to know Climb’s Sales Leader Michelle Stephens.

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MY NAME

Michelle Stephens.

I AM

Bay Area born and raised.

PROUDEST MOMENT

Buying my first duplex on Potrero Hill.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE

Corralling my dry sense of humor.

ALARM CLOCK

Internal and spot-on.

PERFECT DAY

A rare Sunday off with my extended family watching the 49ers win! Go Niners!

FIRST JOB

Soccer referee as a teenager.

SUPERHERO POWER Telepathy.

FAVORITE SF NEIGHBORHOOD:

From the Bayview and Flora Grubb to the Sunset and Outerlands, from Hayes Valley and Fatted Calf to the views from Diamond Heights, from the Marina and Crissy Field to the ballpark in South Beach, I love them all.

INSPIRATION

Mother Nature and football. MICHELLE STEPHENS

Sales Leader 415.637.1898 mstephens@climbsf.com

Mortgages aren’t a commodity – they’re a complex financial decision. Opes Advisors treats them that way.

Buying real estate is more than just a lifestyle decision – it’s an indisputably important financial decision that impacts every other part of your life. Because of the lasting implications, Opes Advisors developed a new approach to mortgages. We’ll work with you to structure a mortgage that fits with both your lifestyle ambitions and your financial goals. Call us today!

Ryan Ogata Branch Owner and Mortgage Advisor rogata@opesadvisors.com 415.869.6132

Opes Advisors Jackson Square 435 Pacific Avenue, Suite 350 San Francisco, CA 94133 www.opesadvisors.com

Opes Advisors is a premier financial advisory services firm that enables clients to make effective financial decisions through direct offers of residential mortgages, wealth management and real estate investment advice. Opes Advisors is licensed by the CA Dept. of Real Estate license 01458652 and NMLS 235584. Ryan Ogata DRE 01399180 | NMLS 299251. Equal Opportunity Lender. Opes Advisors is a registered investment advisor with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). ©2011 Opes Advisors, Inc. All rights reserved.

FEATURED PET

Meet Sales Leader Matthew Woebckeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fur-babies, Sadie & Sal.

MY NAME

PERFECT DAY

I AM

FAVORITE SF NEIGHBORHOOD:

PROUDEST MOMENT

CLIMB IS

Sadie and Sal Woebcke.

A long run at Chrissy Field and lunch at Tacolicious.

A sexy beast.

Mission Dolores.

A quick recovery from rhinoplasty surgery.

Our favorite SF real estate firm!

BIGGEST CHALLENGE

Resisting the delicious tortilla chips at Tacolicious.

ALARM CLOCK

6 AM when our daddies go to the gym.

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WHAT’S NEW IN SF? Here are some of the exciting events in the city this June.

6/1 | SUNDAY

6/14 TO 6/15 | SATURDAY TO SUNDAY

Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon

North Beach Festival

6/5 TO 6/19 | THURSDAY TO SUNDAY

6/15 | SUNDAY

13th SF Documentary Festival

Father’s Day

6/7 TO 6/8 | SATURDAY TO SUNDAY

6/21 | SATURDAY

Union Street Festival

Summer Solstice

6/8 | SUNDAY

6/28 TO 6/29 | SATURDAY TO SUNDAY

Haight-Ashbury Street Fair

SF Pride

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CLIMB CONGRATULATES Congratulations to Sales Associate Evan Bliss for his successful fundraising efforts for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AIDS/LifeCycle bicycle ride!

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THE CLIMB MANAGEMENT TEAM Meet the faces that help drive Climb towards success.

MARK CHOEY

CHRIS LIM

Marketing Director 415.577.3770 chris@climbsf.com

Technolog y Director 415.630.0204 mark@climbsf.com

TIFFANY COMBS

MICHELLE BALOG

Managing Broker

Managing Sales Director

415.710.0820 tiffany@climbsf.com

415.810.7890 balog@climbsf.com

EUGENE PAK

Director of Business Development

MICHELLE STEPHENS

415.254.5853 eugene@climbsf.com

415.637.1898 mstephens@climbsf.com

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Sales Leader

R E BEC CA BR OOKS The New Face of Climb

R E B E C C A B R O O K S | 4 1 5 . 7 1 7 . 8 3 9 8 | rebecca@climbsf.com | BRE 01249870

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CLIMB REAL ESTATE GROUP BAY AREA LOCATIONS

POTRERO HILL 251 Rhode Island, Suite #105 San Francisco, CA 94103 NOE VALLEY 3961 24th Street San Francisco, CA 94114 MISSION BAY 325 Berry Street, Suite #119 San Francisco, CA 94107 JACK LONDON SQUARE 201 4th Street, Suite #102 Oakland, CA 94607 AIRSTREAM On Location Bay Area, CA

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