C L IMB R E A L E S TAT E
VANTAGE
October | 2012
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INSIDE
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BE S T OF T HE B AY Monthly featured listings
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HOME S, LOF T S & C ONDO S
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NE W C ON S T RUCT ION UP DAT E
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An update of our inventory
The latest developments in the city
REN TA L V IE W
The hottest rentals in SF
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NEIGHBORHOOD SP OT L IGH T
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F E AT URED AGEN T
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W H AT ’S NE W IN SF ?
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CL IMB P E T S
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CL IMB CONGR AT UL AT E S
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OUR T E A M
Noe Valley
Rick Mei
Local events this October
Our extended furry family Announcements, good news and amazing acomplishments
Meet your Climb Real Estate team
BEST OF THE BAY
SHIPLEY SQUARE 2BR/2BA | $795,000 | Joshua Lawrence
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4215 -17 25TH STREET 3BR+2BR/2BA | $2,095,000 | Joshua Lawrence
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346 1ST STREET 1BR/1BA | $539,000 | Marcus Lee
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THE INFINIT Y 2BR/2BA | $1,225,000 | Mark Choey
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THE INFINIT Y 2BR+Den/2BA | $1,499,000 | Marcus Lee
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HOMES, CONDOS & LOFTS
TOP: BRIDGE VIEW LUXURY 2BR/2BA | $869,000 | Bruce Jones THE BE ACON 1BR/1BA $625,000 | E.Narrido/J.Davis BOTTOM: BAYCREST WATERFRONT JR1BR/1BA | $479,000 | Michelle Ye ONE RINCON VIEWS 1BR/1BA | $559,000 | Matt Finley
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TOP: CONTEMPOR ARY SOMA LIVING Studio/1BA | $360,000 | Rick Mei MISSION BAY DELUXE 2BR/2BA | $849,000 | Mark Choey BOTTOM: NOPA LIFEST YLE 2BR/2BA | $789,000 Todd Montgomery DOGPATCH LOF T 1BR/2BA | $800,000 | E.Pack/J.Su
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NEW CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
ONE HAW THORNE SOMA One Hawthorne’s soaring, yet graceful facade combined with its warm, artful interiors make this development a resounding expansive city views, gorgeously crafted wood and stone surfaces, impeccably curated fixtures and finishes, plus unbeata
CANDLESTICK POINT Bayview Life in these unique San Francisco townhome-style condos is not defined by landlords or neighbors above and below yo sustainable amenities, gourmet kitchens to stylish options and upgrades, these new homes offer the perfect balance of m
g favorite for urban San Franciscans seeking a luxurious oasis in the city. Its thoughtfully designed homes offer able convenience to shopping, dining, and the city’s unique attractions.
ou — there‘s plenty of room to settle in and get comfortable. From innovative in-home features to environmentally modern convenience and casual comfort.
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RENTAL VIEW
TOP: RINCON HILL VIEWS 2BR+DEN/2BA | $9,000 E XPANSIVE LOF T 1BR/1BA | $3,400 BOT TOM: FLOWER MARKET LOF T 2BR/2BA | $3,995 THE INFINIT Y 1BR/1BA | $4,000
Follow Darcy Robinson, @darcyrentals, on Twitter for the most up-to-date information on available rentals! For upcoming rentals, contact Darcy Algeo at 415.601.2775
DARCY ROBINSON Leasing Director 415.601.2775 darcy@climbSF.com DRE 01369396
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TOP: WATERFRONT PENTHOUSE 2BR+Den/2BA | $5,500 THE L ANSING 2BR/2BA | $4,800 BOT TOM: MARINA PIED-A-TERRE 1BR/1BA | $4,375 W MINT PL A Z A LOF T 1BR/1BA $4,300
For upcoming rentals, contact Elizabeth Kim at 415.518.7966
ELIZABETH KIM
Senior Leasing Agent 415.518.7966 liz@climbSF.com DRE 01835577
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NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT NOE VALLE Y TERRA MIA CERAMIC STUDIO
MICHELLE YE Sales Associate
My favorite place in Noe Valley is Terra Mia Ceramic Studio. My daughter and I have been here, oh, probably 100 times and we love it! It is a great place for kids and parents to paint their artwork on bowls, plates and other things. It is also a great way to personalize gifts for family and friends. INDEPENDENT NATURE
GABRIEL ROJAS Sales Associate
A great neighborhood mom & pop type business that puts a smile on my face. Once inside, you find a quaint and manageable store filled with just the right amount of product to not be overwhelmed. I’m not much of a plant expert by any means but I was very pleased when I was greeted by a lovely woman named Susan who took me through the ins and outs of managing plants on my very sunny patio. A great store in a great location with a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Winner! FATTOUSH
Fattoush at 1361 Church Street is a great place to eat if you like Middle Eastern Food. It’s got good prices, good service, MARCELLA BARTOLINI good wine and great food. It is definitely worth the drive. Senior Broker Associate
LOVEJOY’S TEA ROOM
JENA DAVIS Sales Associate
A beautifully vintage and pampering experience. Their tea is perfect–I especially love the Apricot and Queens. They have fresh scones and little sandwiches. The salmon and cream cheese/cucumber and the turkey with port wine cheese and whole seed mustard are so cute and surprisingly filling! Bring the coupon that is on the bottom of your tab across the street to their store, Lovejoy’s Attic, where you can purchase some really unique things to bring Lovejoy’s ambiance back home with you.
FEATURED AGENT
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RICK MEI Senior Sales Associate | 415.787.2123 | rick@climbSF.com
My Name ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Rick Mei Easy Going, free-spirited and I do speak Chinese (Mandarin) I am ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Biggest Challenge .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. To be a great teacher Proudest Moment .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. My five-star Yelp reviews South Beach and Castro Favorite SF Neighborhood ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Hip, welcoming, high tech, tasteful and professional Climb Is ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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WHAT’S NEW IN SF?
LOCAL EVENTS THIS OCTOBER 6–7 SAT–SUN
CATHEDRAL FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS The Cathedral of St. Mary
5–7 FRI–SUN
HARDLY STRICTLY BLUEGRASS Golden Gate Park
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CASTRO STREET FAIR
19 FRI
2 BLOCKS OF ART 6th & Market
20–21 SAT–SUN
SAN FRANCISCO TROLLEY DANCES Intersection for the Arts
25 THURS
ZOMBIE NIGHTLIFE California Academy of Sciences
26 FRI
HALLOWEEN INTERNATIONAL BALL The Regency Center
CLIMB PETS
BELLA BOUGUERBA Owner: Marieme Bouguerba , Sales Associate
Bella Bouguerba My Name ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 months young. I am .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Proudest Moment ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Swimming in the beach for the first time. Everythig felt so
natural—I jumped in the water trying to chase the ducks.
I can’t help but bark at the squirrels at 4:00 in the Biggest Challenge: ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... morning, waking my neighbors.
Spending time at the dog park all day, skipping out on baths Perfect Day ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... afterwards, and a nice slab of meat with plenty of bones to gnaw on!
a friendly, dynamic, and successful place to be. Climb Is .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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CLIMB CONGRATULATES
Congratulations to our Leasing Director, Darcy Algeo, on her wedding to San Francisco’s most eligible bachelor, Kevin Robinson. Way to go, Darcy!
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