Experience unparalleled prestige at 1001 California Street, San Francisco's most iconic Beaux-Arts building in the heart of Nob Hill. Located at the corner of California Street and Mason Street, this historic 10-story mid-rise landmark sits atop Nob Hill between the legendary Fairmont Hotel and Mark Hopkins Intercontinental Hotel, offering residents spectacular San Francisco Bay and city views with world-class amenities at their doorstep.
Built in 1914 by renowned architect Houghton Sawyer in the French Haussmann style and commissioned by media magnate William Randolph Hearst, 1001 California Street is considered one of San Francisco's most architecturally significant Beaux-Arts buildings. The distinctive blush-hued granite facade features exquisite early 20th-century architectural detailing, ornate wrought-iron balconies, and classic Beaux-Arts design elements that epitomize San Francisco's golden age of architecture.
The building recently completed an extensive $10 million, 3-year exterior restoration project, preserving all irreplaceable architectural details while modernizing the structure for contemporary luxury living. The restoration included the roof, decks, glass doors, balcony railings, and complete facade painting, bringing this early 20th-century masterpiece into the 21st century.
1001 California Street contains just 10 exclusive full-floor and multi-level condominium units ranging from 1,300 to 4,318 square feet. The building offers 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, and 4-bedroom residences with grand-scale interiors reminiscent of prestigious Park Avenue co-ops in Manhattan or historic Hotel Particulier apartments in Paris.
Residences feature soaring 12-foot ceilings, oversized floor-to-ceiling windows, original herringbone-patterned parquet flooring, hardwood floors throughout, French doors to every room, spacious and light-filled floor plans, dramatic circular dining rooms, ballroom-scaled living rooms, marble entrance foyers with intricate detailing, private terraces and balconies, walk-in closets and dual dressing rooms, spa-style bathrooms with luxury finishes, and in-unit storage rooms.
Many units have been meticulously renovated by renowned architects including Andrew Skurman (French distinction of Chevalier of Arts and Letters) and Butler Armsden Architects, with interiors by award-winning designer Suzanne Tucker.
1001 California Street provides white-glove service including 24-hour doorman and door staff, secure entry and building security system, professional on-site property management, elevator service, building maintenance and janitorial services in common areas, and individual storage units for residents. Valet and assigned parking is available next door at the Crocker Garage.
1001 California Street's prestigious Nob Hill address places residents at the summit of San Francisco's most exclusive neighborhood, directly across from Huntington Park with its iconic Fountain of Tortoises and state-of-the-art playground. The building is steps from Grace Cathedral (San Francisco's sister cathedral to Notre Dame de Paris), the Pacific Union Club (housed in the historic Flood Mansion), and world-renowned luxury hotels including the Fairmont, Mark Hopkins Intercontinental, Ritz-Carlton, and Stanford Court.
The location offers unrivaled access via the California Street Cable Car line at the front door, providing direct service to the Financial District, Embarcadero waterfront, and Ferry Building. The neighborhood is within walking distance to Union Square luxury shopping, Chinatown, North Beach, Polk Street nightlife and dining, and world-class restaurants throughout downtown San Francisco. BART, Muni Metro, and ferry service are easily accessible for Bay Area commuting.
Nob Hill is San Francisco's most prestigious historic neighborhood, home to old San Francisco society, exclusive private clubs, and legendary luxury hotels. The neighborhood offers a Walk Score of 98, making it one of the most walkable areas in San Francisco. Residents enjoy the lush greenery and fountains of Huntington Park, spectacular city and bay views from the hilltop location, and easy access to cable cars, which have served the neighborhood since the 1870s.
Nob Hill is bounded by the excitement of Chinatown to the east, the upscale shopping of Union Square to the southeast, the thriving Polk Street corridor to the west, and provides an easy walking commute to the Financial District and downtown. The area is rich in architectural heritage with grand mansions, historic hotels, and classic early 20th-century buildings that define San Francisco's golden age.
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