C L IMB R E A L E S TAT E
VANTAGE
Januar y | 2012
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INSIDE
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BE S T OF T HE B AY Monthly featured listings
HOME S, LOF T S & C ONDO S An update of our inventory
NE W C ON S T RUCT ION UP DAT E
The latest developments in the city
REN TA L V IE W
The hottest rentals in SF
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A W ORD F R OM CL IMB
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NEIGHBORHOOD SP OT L IGH T
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CL IMB P E T S
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W H AT ’S NE W IN SF ?
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CL IMB SP ONS OR S DIF FA
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Letter from the Creative Director SOMA
Our extended furry family Local events this January
OUR T E A M
Meet your Climb Real Estate team
BEST OF THE BAY
ARTERRA 1BR/1BA | $585,000 | Adam Toups
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POTRERO SQUARE LOFTS 2BR+Den/2BA | $949,000 | Melody Hultgren
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JACKSON BREWERY 1BR/1BA | $699,000 | Dirk Kinley
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235 BERRY 3BR/3BA | $1,195,000 | Ana Rubke
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THE INFINIT Y 2BR+Den/2BA | $998,000 | Mark Choey
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HOMES, CONDOS & LOFTS
TOP: INFINIT Y VIEWS 1BR/1BA | $659,000 | Monica Burns SYMPHONY TOWERS 1BR/1BA | $489,000 | Gertrude Villanueva BOTTOM: SHOWPL ACE SQUARE LOF T 2BR/2.25BA | $799,000 | Dirk Kinley FILLMORE HERITAGE 2BR+Den/2BA | $895,000 | Edie Narrido
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TOP: 170 OFF THIRD Studio/1BA | $399,000 | Jessie Lee SHIPLE Y SQUARE 2BR/2BA | $725,000 | Mark Choey BOTTOM: LIBERT Y HILL GR AND VICTORIAN 4BR/2.5BA | $2,495,000 | Dirk Kinley MISSION BAY OASIS 2BR/1.5BA | $499,000 | Dirk Kinley
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NEW CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
SYMPHONY TOWERS Civic Center The Symphony Towers featuresa landscaped courtyard and fountain, a roof deck with stainless gas grill, and elegant custo as well as a Controlled-access garage. The building has state-of-the-art security access. Units contain Miele and Whirlpoo Listed: #205, #303
POTRERO SQUARE LOFTS Potrero Hill Originally known as The Kessler Building, this brick and timber loft was originally a wine and beer distillery and bottling war one of the first loft conversions in 1993. Listed: #152, #205
om lobbies with maple and slate finishes. A City CarShare location is available to residents ol stainless steel appliances and expansive bay windows for incredible San Francisco views.
rehouse in the Central Waterfront. Located across from Esprit Park, Potrero Square Lofts was
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RENTAL VIEW
TOP: PORTSIDE LIVING 1BR/1BA | $3,100 INFINIT Y LUXURY 2BR+DEN/2BA | $4,975 BOT TOM: MONTCL AIR HOME 2BR/1.5BA | $2,700 MILLENNIUM LIFEST YLE 1BR/1BA | $3,750
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TOP: BRIDGE VIEW TOWERS 1BR+DEN/1BA | $2,950 ONE RINCON HILL 1BR/1BA | $3,300 BOT TOM: IINNER MISSION LOF T 2BR/2.5BA | $3,975 INFINIT Y DELUXE 2BR/2.5BA | $5,975
For upcoming rentals, contact Darcy Algeo at 415.601.2775
DARCY ALGEO
Leasing Director 415.601.2775 darcy@climbSF.com DRE 01369396
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A WORD FROM CLIMB January is a month of new beginnings. A fresh start. A new look. For 2012, we’ve created a new design for all our Climb advertising featuring our team of agents. As you can see from the cover, our marketing and production team was inspired by Annie Leibovitz’s Vanity Fair magazine covers. Take a look at our own version and let me know what you think. In 2012, many will make home ownership a goal – it is, after all, the American dream. And now, more than ever, owning a home in the Bay Area could have lasting impacts. To help with that search, we will continue to provide you with information not only on our properties but also the lifestyle that comes with living in San Francisco. To that end, our agents share with you some of the favored destinations in Soma. Climb was also honored to participate in DIFFA’s Dining By Design. Our table was created by Gioi Tran of Applegate Tran. In a miraculous two weeks, Gioi and his team envisioned a fantasy dining table by Climb Real Estate Group to raise money for AIDS awareness and prevention. We salute this organization for their achievements and show our gratitude to Applegate Tran for their commitment. We hope that 2012 will bring an end to this dreaded affliction that affects so much of humankind. And, of course, a new year would not be complete without New Year’s resolutions. This year, Climb will continue to innovate beyond the traditional brokerage model and show you the best, not only in properties but also, the story of those who live here. Climb will do its best as a team to bring you great properties, new developments, neighborhood spotlights, and inspire you to live the life you want. Lastly, we want our readers to get involved, and that is our New Year’s resolution. For me, my resolution is simple: to find happiness in small things. Enjoy this year and all the promises it brings.
Chris Lim
NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT SOMA SAMOVER TEA LOUNGE
TINA LY Sales Associate
The Samover Tea Lounge is the perfect hideaway lunch spot in the Yerba Buena center. With tranquil indoor/outdoor seating and tasty food that can be paired with a wide array of teas, your palate is sure to be pleased! Best part is talking with tea connoisseurs (your waiter) to help you with pairings!
DISTRICT WINE BAR ON TOWNSEND
GABRIEL ROJAS Sales Associate
District has a good wine menu (usually around 25-30 choices) and serves up a great assortment of small plates for sharing like cheeses, meats, and sliders. One of my favorite things to eat there are the meatballs. For those not in the mood for wine (insanity, really) they do offer a good selection of beer too. The atmosphere is perfect after a long day at work or just to relax: soft lighting, comfortable seating, and a crowd that usually does not include wine snobs. There is a giant horseshoe-shaped bar in the middle of the room which is a great place to pull up, take in the scene and people watch. If you’ve never been, then go! SUSHI GROOVE SOUTH
JENA DAVIS Sales Associate
Sushi Groove South is a fun sushi spot. Great music, friendly servers, sushi at a reasonable price, plenty of parking, and fun bars within walking distance to shake it off afterwards.
K&L WINE MERCHANTS
DIRK KINLEY Senior Broker Associate
K&L Wine Merchants on 4th and Bluxome is the go-to wine shop in SOMA. And the city for that matter. You’ll find wines here that no one else has.
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CLIMB PETS
BAILEY RUBKE Owner: Ana Rubke, Senior Sales Associate
Bailey My Name ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. A Yellow Lab I am .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Stealing laundry Proudest Moment ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Waiting for dinner Biggest Challenge ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8:30 breakfast Alarm Clock ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Playing with Ricky and all my other friends at K-9Playtime Perfect Day ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... South Beach/Mission Bay Favorite SF Neighborhood .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Climb is
A great spot to score hugs and belly rubs
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WHAT’S NEW IN SF?
LOCAL EVENTS THIS JANUARY 7 SAT
VINTAGE PAPER FAIR
Golden Gate Park
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YELP’S HOLIDAY HANGOVER NIGHT Big Daddy’s Antiques
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CHINESE NEW YEAR FLOWER FAIR
19 – FEB 4 DAILY
SKETCH FEST
San Francisco (Various Clubs)
21 – 22 SAT / SUN
THE EDWARDIAN BALL
The Regency Ballroom
26 – 29 THURS – SUN
MACWORLD
Moscone Center
28 – 30 SAT – MON
ZIN IN PARADISE
Fort Mason
Chinatown
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CLIMB SPONSORS DIFFA
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Climb Real Estate Group was a proud sponsor of DIFFA’s Dining by Design. Applegate Tran, headed by Gioi Tran and Vernon Applegate, designed an award-winning design that captured both the essence of the residential brokerage and the urban cityscape.
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OUR TEAM HAPPY NE W YE AR FROM CLIMB RE AL ESTATE
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