2945 20th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94132

Property Description

Set in distinguished Merced Manor, this gracious Spanish Revival home makes a memorable first impression with red barrel tiles, tall arched windows, and ornamental ironwork. Its 3-level layout offers expansive living spaces, 2 bedrooms, and a full bath on the main floor; 2 bedrooms and a full bath upstairs; and a family/entertaining area, bonus bath, and garage at ground level. Front stairs lead to a sheltered porch and foyer with patterned hardwood floors. Through a broad archway, the living room features dark wood beams accentuating a vaulted ceiling, with a sculpted fireplace anchoring the room. A tall arched window frames a view toward the Mount Davidson Cross, while windows on 2 sides fill the room with natural light. In the formal dining room, soft lighting around a ceiling dome creates a warm evening glow. A sunny breakfast room with built-in buffet connects to the kitchen, where updated cabinetry, new countertops, and stainless steel appliances complement vintage tilework. The 2 generously sized main-floor bedrooms feature bay windows, built-in cabinetry, and ample closet space. A naturally lit dressing area opens to the full bath. Upstairs, a skylit stairwell leads to 2 spacious bedrooms with sweeping views across red-tiled rooftops to the Pacific Ocean. Walk-in closets provide generous storage, while a second dressing area features built-in cabinetry and a vanity. A full bathroom serves this level. Downstairs, an expansive wood-paneled family/entertaining space features a fireplace and built-in wet bar. Partial room divisions create cozy areas for lounging and games while maintaining an easy flow. The garage provides tandem parking for 2 cars, laundry, abundant storage, and a bonus bath. A gated driveway from the rear alley offers additional off-street parking. Stern Grove's wooded paths are just down the block. Stonestown Galleria offers extensive shopping, dining, and a Sunday farmers market, while West Portal's neighborhood shops, cafes, and restaurants are also nearby. Sloat Boulevard leads to the ocean, while Portola Drive connects to Market Street. Nearby schools include Lowell High School, Lakeshore Elementary, St. Stephen School, West Portal Lutheran School, and San Francisco State University. Buses and Muni stops are mere blocks away servicing SF broadly, and nearby 19th Avenue connects to I-280.