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Church Street bookstore’s building not up for sale after all
Four months later, $2.85 million listing disappears.
After the Castro Pottery Barn closes, what should replace it?
And what will become of Napoleon, the dining room chair statue?
Curbed Cup Elite Eight: (4) Hayes Valley vs. (12) Castro
Which neighborhood should advance to the Final Four? Cast your vote now!
Curbed Cup 1st round: (5) NoPa vs. (12) Castro
Which neighborhood should advance? Cast your vote now!
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‘The Room’ filming locations in San Francisco, mapped
Here now are a few key locations that helped bring the best worst movie ever made to life—and seared into the minds of its many.
Castro livestream cams are the best thing to happen to San Francisco
Isolate in the comfort of your own home while enjoying the sights of the Castro via not one, not two, but three 24/7 live cams.
Rainbow light installation lights up Harvey Milk Plaza
Drizzly weather in the Castro didn’t hold up the unveiling of "Harvey’s Halo," a new light art piece overlooking Harvey Milk Plaza.
Architect of original Harvey Milk Plaza responds to criticism of his work and concerns over new plaza
Not everyone is thrilled with the plaza’s pending look, including the Howard Grant, the man who designed the original plaza set for demolition.
Harvey Milk Plaza redesign winner announced
Out of 33 entries were submitted to the Friends of Harvey Milk Plaza, a winner has been selected.
13-foot-tall glowing dandelion seeds coming to the Castro
New public art installation at Jane Warner Plaza boasts six giant LED flowers created by Aphidoidea, a Los Angeles-based arts firm.
Rainbow light installation coming to Harvey Milk Plaza
Temporary light show will brighten skies above the Castro for seven nights, commemorating the 40th anniversary of Harvey Milk’s election to the Board of Supervisors.
Church Street’s Aardvark Books building asks $2.85 million
Grim news for Aardvark Books, the Castro neighborhood bookstore noted for its antique vibe and its orange tabby cat near Church and Market Street.
What you can rent near the Castro Muni Station
For Curbed’s Transportation Week we explore what you can rent near a major SF transit hub—the Castro station. Is one person's studio is another person's townhouse? Let’s find out.
The 33: San Francisco’s most beautiful bus ride
Transit lines lacing throughout San Francisco offer scenic views of nature or architectural wonder (the Golden Gate Bridge, Cupid’s Bow), but the true beauty of the city, inside and out, can be seen aboard the 33 Ashbury/18th.
Hidden Castro barn turned contemporary home asks $1.9 million
A secluded home at 229 A Douglass, designed by architect Joel Karr (now of Weske Karr, formerly of Group 41) sits behind a house, providing a quiet oasis in the heart of the city.
Lucky 13 site, cleared for new condos, asks $9.75 million
Ad for site doesn’t mention popular dive bar already on the lot, nor is it easy to divine the future of the hallowed drinking hall (assuming it has one) from the listing.
Inside an artist’s maximalist Castro apartment
Leafy flat in the heart of the queer district features a built-in aviary and found objects.
What $1,750 rents you in San Francisco right now
Five new rentals, from Little Saigon to the Sunset.
San Francisco Pride 2017: Parade routes, street closures, and more (updated)
Here’s what to expect at SF Pride all weekend.
Why do some realtors use Eureka Valley instead of Castro?
We find out why some prefer the old-school term over the preferred one—the answer may surprise you.
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Mapping the Castro's most significant queer locations
Take a historic tour of the world’s LGBTQ mecca
Castro Theatre: The epic history of a San Francisco and LGBTQ landmark
Shining a spotlight on the cinematic jewel of the Castro.
Behold the rainbow flags gracing SF’s Market Street
Happy Pride season!
Is it time to get rid of San Francisco’s historic streetcars?
One transit publication dares to ask the question.
What $1,950 rents you in San Francisco right now
Five new rentals, from the Excelsior to Cow Hollow.
Commissioned murals at Lucky 13 painted over
The cover-up comes just days after it was announced that the dive bar will soon shutter.
This is what Dolores Park looks like while you’re at work
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Curbed Comparisons: What $5,600 rents you in San Francisco right now
Five new rentals, from Twin Peaks to SoMa.
Curbed Comparisons: What $2,200 rents you in SF right now
Five new rentals, from the Castro to Visitacion Valley.
Curbed Comparisons: What $7,900 rents you in San Francisco right now
Five new rentals, from the waterfront to the Sunset.
Design competition underway for underwhelming Harvey Milk Plaza
"The sunken garden is such a disaster."
Curbed Comparisons: What $7,000 rents in San Francisco right now
Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, a regular column exploring what you can rent for a set dollar amount in different neighborhoods. Is one person's studio another person's townhouse? Let's find out. Today's price: $7,000.
This is what Dolores Park looked like on Sunday
It was the top trend on Twitter too.
Curbed Comparisons: What $4,000 rents in San Francisco right now
Five new rentals, from the Clocktower to the Haight.
Castro Edwardian with period details asks $2.9 million
It’s hard to come by a location better than 775 Noe. Located smack dab in the Castro, it’s also a stone’s throw from Liberty Hill and Noe Valley. Dropped-pin locate aside, this single-family Edwardian, built in 1905, is a standout in and of itself.
Demolition of Church and Market’s Home Restaurant makes way for new apartments
Situated at one of San Francisco’s most prominent and busy street corners, Home Restaurant was shuttered for many years. But in lieu of wringing our hands, let’s rejoice in this week’s demolition of the Home Restaurant at Church and Market.
Old meets new inside Castro home asking $1.1 million
Located at 33 Pond in the heart of the city’s queer district, this first-floor Victorian features all sorts of whimsy in addition to a sleek new makeover.
Curbed Cup Comparisons: What $2,700 rents in SF’s top four neighborhoods
Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, a regular column exploring what you can rent for a set dollar amount in different neighborhoods. Is one person's studio another person's townhouse? Let's find out. Today's price: $2,700.