Discover gracious Nob Hill living at The Courtyard, an elegant boutique condominium building located at 1255 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94109. Perched atop one of San Francisco's most iconic and prestigious neighborhoods, The Courtyard offers residents resort-style amenities, panoramic city views, and proximity to Grace Cathedral, Huntington Park, and Nob Hill's legendary grand hotels.
Built in 1984, The Courtyard is a 7-story boutique mid-rise building containing 31-42 exclusive residential units (sources vary). The building features an elegant landscaped courtyard entrance, two passenger elevators providing service from the underground garage to all residential floors, and a contemporary, welcoming lobby designed for sophisticated city living.
The Courtyard residences range from spacious studios to 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom homes, with unit sizes from approximately 620 square feet to 1,600 square feet. Many homes feature dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, wood-burning fireplaces, generous walk-in closets, in-unit washer/dryer hookups, and private outdoor spaces. Select units showcase stunning city views including the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, Sutro Tower, and the downtown San Francisco skyline.
The Courtyard provides exceptional resort-style amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, spa/hot tub and jacuzzi, rooftop deck and terrace with panoramic Golden Gate Bridge and city views, BBQ area and outdoor kitchen for entertaining, community recreation room with fireplace, beautifully renovated library/meeting room, south-facing landscaped garden with gazebo and tranquil fountain, serene central courtyard, bike storage, gated entry with ButterflyMX video intercom system, underground secured parking garage with side-by-side spaces, and part-time on-site building coordinator/management during business hours.
The building features 24/7 emergency maintenance and package service. Select units include utilities such as water, gas, and garbage in monthly HOA fees.
The Courtyard offers studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom floor plans designed for comfortable San Francisco living. Studios range from approximately 620-725 square feet with split-level layouts, while 1-bedroom homes range from 1,160 square feet with 1.5 bathrooms. Two-bedroom residences offer approximately 1,600 square feet with 2 full bathrooms.
Residences feature premium finishes including engineered wood flooring, marble entry foyers, floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views, wood-burning fireplaces, modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances (including Wolf ranges in select units), dishwashers, gas ranges, hoods, microwaves, abundant closet space including walk-in closets, in-unit washer/dryer (in select units), motorized window shades, and underground garage parking. Many units have been beautifully renovated with chef's kitchens, updated bathrooms with double-sink vanities, and contemporary fixtures.
Located at 1255 California Street at Jones Street, The Courtyard sits in the heart of historic Nob Hill, one of San Francisco's most storied and sought-after neighborhoods. The building is steps from Grace Cathedral, Huntington Park, world-famous luxury hotels including the Fairmont and Mark Hopkins, and the iconic California Street cable car line.
The neighborhood offers a Walk Score of 99-100, making it a walker's paradise with exceptional access to daily essentials, parks, restaurants, shopping, and world-class public transit. Lower Nob Hill and Nob Hill blend old-world grandeur with modern urban sophistication, featuring Michelin-starred restaurants, upscale lounges, Union Square shopping just blocks away, and the cultural energy of the Theater District.
Nearby attractions include Polk Street shopping and dining corridor (with Trader Joe's and Whole Foods), Chinatown's vibrant cultural offerings, Russian Hill, North Beach, the Financial District, and Union Square. The California Street & Leavenworth Street cable car stop is directly outside at 0.0 miles, providing iconic San Francisco transit access.
Nob Hill offers world-class transportation access with a Transit Score indicating "rider's paradise" status. The California Street cable car provides direct access to the Financial District and Embarcadero. Muni bus lines serve the neighborhood extensively, and the building is within walking distance of numerous commuter shuttle stops.
San Francisco International Airport is 24 minutes away (14.8 miles), while Oakland International Airport is 30 minutes by car (19.7 miles). The neighborhood is served by San Francisco Unified School District with proximity to Academy of Art University, Golden Gate University, and UC San Francisco Mount Zion.
Nearby healthcare includes Saint Francis Memorial Hospital (0.2 miles, 4-minute walk). Parks within 3 miles include Children's Creativity Museum, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, and Aquarium of the Bay.
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