Features
A charming English-style residence, 240 Santa Paula is situated on a beautiful tree-lined street in the coveted St. Francis Wood neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home was designed by renowned Architect Henry H. Gutterson. As you step inside there is a stately staircase to the left and in front a well-appointed living room with west-facing views of a magical garden. It is complemented by a wood-burning marble fireplace and a built-in bookcase. Adjacent to the living room, there is an office or guest bedroom. A family room/den and a powder room are also located on this level. The upper level is home to the primary bedroom, offering partial Pacific Ocean views, as well as two additional bedrooms and a luxurious marble bathroom. The lower level hosts a chef’s kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, including a Subzero refrigerator. The adjacent more formal dining area opens through French doors to a large deck. A laundry area and a full bath complete the lower level. This home also boasts a very large attic for storage, stunning period details, and newly refinished hardwood and softwood floors throughout. Besides being in the best location in St. Francis Wood near Terrace Green Park and the HOA tennis courts, this home offers easy access to the shops and restaurants of West Portal, as well as nearby public transportation options.
Neighborhood
St. Francis Wood keeps a low profile behind its gateways. Utility lines are buried underground and businesses are banned. This quiet, residential neighborhood of impressively large homes on generously sized lots is built on the'city beautiful plan" promoted by popular architect of the time, Daniel Burnham. Developed in the 1920s for the affluent families of San Francisco, with homes designed by the prominent architects of the day, including Julia Morgan, the showplace homes of St Francis Wood range in style from Normandy farmhouse to Spanish Mission, Georgian, and Tudor. The landscape architects Olmstead Brothers laid out the curving streets along 175 acres below Mt Davidson, and designed sunken gardens, loggias, fountains and pools to be reminiscent of the Italian Renaissance.
While businesses are prohibited, Stonestown Mall and the commercial district of West Portal provide convenient access to shopping. St Francis Wood is close to 19th Avenue that connects San Francisco to the airport and Silicon Valley to the south, and Golden Gate Park, the Presidio, and Marin to the north. The M-Ocean View and K-Ingleside street car lines takes residents to City College, San Francisco State, and West Portal, where commuters can connect to downtown destinations. Stern Grove, with its beloved redwoods and summer concert series is nearby.
Public schools nearby include San Francisco State University and Lowell High School, one of the best public High schools in the state, and the most sought after in the city.
One of San Francisco’s hidden gems, West Portal gets its name from the Muni Metro Station which runs through Twin Peaks Tunnel. Since the fog (known by locals as “Karl”) stops near the West Portal neighborhood, this is a great place to live if you enjoy bright blue skies. West Portal is filled with beautiful, traditional homes that are incredibly spacious. The Muni Station makes it easy for commuters to access the Financial District, Google, and the always-vibrant Union Square. Plus, Silicon Valley is easily accessible via the Highway 280, making West Portal a nice, central hub no matter where you work.
The Stern Grove Festival takes place every summer just outside of the southwest section of West Portal. Each Sunday from the beginning of June through mid-August, locals and tourists gather for a day of music, food, and fun. Even when the festival ends, there is still plenty to enjoy and explore at the Sigmund Grove Recreation Center including an off-leash dog park, several outdoor athletic courts and fields, a playground, and the Tracedro House, which is reservable for private events.
Enjoy the best of easy commuting and fun activities when you live in West Portal!
Schedule
Additional Showings by Appointment with the Listing Agent