The original house at 290 UNION STREET was built circa 1870s and is located in the ‘historic district’ of Telegraph Hill. This designation seeks to preserve the largest concentration of pre-1906 earthquake dwellings in the City. The façade of the remodeled and expanded house is in keeping with the simple, straight-forward

architecture of that era with an unobtrusive setback/terrace on the fourth level.

290 UNION STREET has been engineered and designed with utmost attention to modern conveniences and detail with state of the art installations. The floor plan is especially conducive to entertaining and comfortable City living.

The focus of the house is the view of the Bay with the play of light and the ever-changing colors of sea and sky against the City’s landmarks. The plying of luxury liners, cargo ships and sailboats add to the excitement of the urban landscape.

The new owner will truly enjoy being a Telegraph Hill Dweller!

First Level The stylish FOYER is paved with marble squares on the diagonal with alternating mosaic tile work. The light and airy custom staircase is a virtual sculpture and the focal point of the house. The graceful maple wood staircase makes eight turns to the fourth level, and is topped with a retractable skylight which lets in abundant natural light. Secluded, spacious MULTIPLE-FUNCTION ROOM opens to the landscaped garden. It may be used as Guest Quarters or At-Home Office or Billiard Room. Built-in wet bar & refrigerator. Adjoining tiled BATH with shower, walk-in closet. The ZEN GARDEN is a place for quiet contemplation. Stone steps lead to the antique carved stone fountain set against a Japanese plank and bamboo fence, surrounded by tall bamboo, a lovely maple tree and other greenery. Also off the Foyer are the Guest & Utility Closets and Laundry Room with tile surround, utility sink and stacked washer/dryer. 2-CAR SIDE-BY-SIDE GARAGE with faux finished concrete floor and convenient inside access to the ELEVATOR with impeccable maple clad cabin which services all four levels.

Second Level From the LIVING ROOM guests will enjoy the views of Coit Tower, the bay and especially the cruise ships berthed at Piers 29-32. The room features a corner gas fireplace and custom built wall system which houses a 42 inch flat screen television and objects d’arts. The adjoining expansive view DECK is paved with matte ceramic tiles on the diagonal with pebble inlay. A spiral staircase leads to the garden below. For daily dining and informal entertaining, the breakfast bar with pendant lighting serves as a divider in the open KITCHEN. The gourmet cook and caterer will enjoy the look of the beautiful cherry cabinets and the practicality of the custom storage drawers and bins, and ample countertops with double & prep sinks. Top of the line appliances include: • Viking 6-burner gas cook top • Stainless steel commercial ventilator by Abbaka of Sweden • Gaggenau convection oven & GE microwave oven • Subzero refrigerator/freezer & beverage refrigerator • Miele dishwasher & disposal For formal entertaining in the DINING ROOM and on the front/south balcony, guests will be impressed by the glittering lights of the Bay Bridge, Embarcadero Center and Trans-America Pyramid. The POWDER ROOM and second guest closet complete this floor.

Third Level
	The stylish FOYER is paved with marble squares on the diagonal with alternating mosaic tile work.
	The light and airy custom staircase is a virtual sculpture and the focal point of the house. The graceful maple wood staircase makes eight turns to the fourth level, and is topped with a retractable skylight which lets in abundant natural light.
	Secluded, spacious MULTIPLE-FUNCTION ROOM opens to the landscaped garden. It may be used as Guest Quarters or At-Home Office or Billiard Room. Built-in wet bar & refrigerator. Adjoining tiled BATH with shower, walk-in closet.
	The ZEN GARDEN is a place for quiet contemplation. Stone steps lead to the antique carved stone fountain set against a Japanese plank and bamboo fence, surrounded by tall bamboo, a lovely maple tree and other greenery.
	Also off the Foyer are the Guest & Utility Closets and Laundry Room with tile surround, utility sink and stacked washer/dryer.
	2-CAR SIDE-BY-SIDE GARAGE with faux finished concrete floor and convenient inside access to the ELEVATOR with impeccable maple clad cabin which services all four levels.

Features of the property
	Recessed halogen lighting throughout
	SILOUETTE window shades in most rooms
	Maple hardwood or stone floors in most rooms, all landings & staircase
	SONITREL security system with monitor/intercom to the front door, intercom to all levels.
	MARANTZ built-in stereo speaker system throughout
	Elevator by ACME HOME ELEVATOR CO.
	VOYAGER high efficiency water heater for house service and radiant heated floors by WARM FLOORS
	Drop ladder system in rear
	Automated drip system for front and rear landscaping

Other
	Architect (facade) : Carey & Co.
	Developer : Tribecca Properties, LLC
	Interior Designer : Paris Mahdavi, Paris Contract Design
	Telegraph Hill Dwellers is a very active neighborhood association that provides a wealth of history, resources, news and activities for the residents of Telegraph Hill and North Beach. Visit their very user friendly site at www.thd.org
	For ‘ship watching’ from 290 Union Street , obtain the arrivals and departures of cruise liners and other interesting San Francisco Port information from www.sfport.com
	Binder for the New Homeowner may be viewed at the Property, along with architects plans and specifications. The Binder contains complete information about the property including: Certificate of Occupancy, permit applications and job cards, manuals and warranties for mechanical systems and appliances, names of service providers and maintenance schedules.
	Seller’s Property Disclosure Package available on request and should be reviewed prior to submitting an offer to purchase the property.
	Property Taxes will be reassessed to approximately 1.117% of the sales price.

		listing agents
		Malin Giddings 415.229.1211 malin@sfproperties.com			Bob Gee (client liason) 415.229.1341 bob@sfproperties.com