Discover exclusive living at 1360 Montgomery Street, the legendary Malloch Building on Telegraph Hill. This iconic Art Deco masterpiece, also known as "The Ocean-Liner House," represents one of San Francisco's most significant examples of Streamline Moderne architecture and stands as one of the most photographed buildings in the city.
Designed by architect Irvin Goldstine and built in 1937, the Malloch Building is a premier example of Streamline Moderne residential architecture featuring aerodynamic horizontal lines, rounded volumes, and a distinctive ship-like appearance. The building was constructed for contractors John "Jack" S. Malloch and his son, John Rolph Malloch, both architects who occupied the two original penthouse units.
The building's exterior showcases spectacular artistic details created by renowned muralist Alfred Du Pont, including three monumental 40-foot silvery sgraffito figures in raised plaster. The western facade features two male figures flanking the main entrance: a Spanish explorer with telescope and a bare-chested worker holding a globe above the Bay Bridge with aircraft and ships. A third mural depicts a robed female figure representing the Spirit of California. The entrance features a striking sand-etched glass panel and glass-brick elevator shaft.
Constructed on Telegraph Hill's steep slope with reinforced concrete foundation and wood-frame construction to meet stringent seismic codes, the Malloch Building was converted from rental apartments to exclusive condominiums in the early 1980s.
The Malloch Building achieved Hollywood fame as a primary filming location for the 1947 film noir classic "Dark Passage" starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. Unit #10 on the third floor served as Bacall's character's apartment in the film. The building is approached via the famous Filbert Steps and appears in numerous San Francisco walking tour guidebooks, movies, magazines, and architectural publications.
1360 Montgomery Street contains just 12 exclusive condominium residences ranging from studio to 3-bedroom units, with sizes from approximately 552 square feet to 1,850 square feet. The two penthouse units crown the building with spectacular panoramic views.
Interior features include streamlined Art Deco design elements, rounded fireplaces with indirect lighting, circular dining rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, rounded balcony edges, circular dressing rooms with ample closet space, glass brick partition walls, dark hardwood floors, and high ceilings. Many units feature private decks and terraces with breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay, Bay Bridge, Coit Tower, Treasure Island, East Bay Hills, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Located at 1360 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94133, the Malloch Building sits on Telegraph Hill's coveted eastern slope adjacent to the famous Filbert Steps. The neighborhood is known for its steep topography rising to 275 feet elevation, the iconic Coit Tower landmark, beautiful Filbert Street Gardens, and the celebrated Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill.
Residents enjoy a peaceful, residential atmosphere while being steps from vibrant North Beach, the Embarcadero waterfront, world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment. The location offers a Walk Score of 98 and excellent public transit access with the Chestnut and Embarcadero station just 0.4 miles away.
Telegraph Hill offers exceptional walkability with a 98 Walk Score, making it easy to explore North Beach restaurants, cafes, shops, and entertainment. Public transit options include Muni bus lines and close proximity to the Embarcadero. San Francisco International Airport is 26 minutes away, while Oakland International Airport is 32 minutes by car.
The building provides secured garage parking for residents. The neighborhood features Coit Tower with panoramic city views, Filbert Steps, Pioneer Park, and miles of scenic walking paths through Telegraph Hill's famous gardens.
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