Between work and family obligations, it's hard to add a little culture to the mix— hell, not all of us have awesome public art plopped on our doorstep, after all. For this weekend's open house sampler, we spotted a few varied, intriguing possibilities right near some of our favorite cultural venues in town: The opera, the ballet, the Asian Art Museum, and (don't scoff 'til you try it) Blue Bottle Coffee.
Location: 720 Gough St. #52 (near McAllister)
Size: 1, bed, 1 bath (sq. ft. not listed); mid-rise condo bldg. w/51 units
Price: $499,000 ($353.00 HOA dues)
Pitch: "This is a True 1 Bedroom/1 Split Bath Unit with Open Floorplan that features Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, Balcony, New Paint/Carpet/Blinds. .. and Views!"
Open House: Sunday 1-4
Location: 417 Ivy St.
Size: 2 beds, 1 bath; 1,025 sq. ft.
Price: $799,000
Pitch: "Terrific home on tree-lined block. Spacious living room, dining room and updated eat-in kitchen. Leased parking very nearby: $225/month for existing outdoor spot." (Ahhh, that old trick).
Open House: Sunday, 2-4
Location: 234 Linden (btw. Gough/Franklin)
Size: 2 beds, 2 baths (sq. ft. unlisted--it's a TIC)
Price: $700,000
Pitch: "BOM at no fault to the property. Enviably located & beautifully restored for the 21st Century. Building gutted to studs & upgraded. Steps from Hayes Valley & Blue Bottle Coffee."
Open House: Sunday 1-4
[Interior at 720 Gough; image courtesy MLS]