Discover sophisticated Manhattan-style loft living at The Odeon, a boutique luxury condominium building in the heart of San Francisco's Downtown Union Square neighborhood. Located at 181 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, this architecturally significant 4-story mid-rise building offers 29 exclusive two-story loft residences with soaring ceilings, modern design, and an unbeatable Walk Score of 100.
Designed by award-winning MBH Architects and completed in 2006, The Odeon features a restored turn-of-the-century historic facade combined with contemporary loft interiors. MBH Architects, renowned for designing several well-known San Francisco loft conversions including North Beach Malt House, Harbor Lofts, and Embarcadero Lofts, created The Odeon as a masterpiece of modern urban living.
The building showcases exquisite construction with dramatic double-height living spaces, cathedral ceilings ranging from 15 to 18 feet, expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, wide-plank hardwood oak flooring, and mezzanine-style bedroom lofts. Each residence features a unique loft-style floor plan that maximizes natural light and creates an open, airy atmosphere perfect for contemporary city living.
The Odeon offers 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom loft condominiums ranging from 1,047 to 2,516 square feet. A typical home is approximately 1,485 square feet with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom in a two-story loft configuration. Each residence includes designer chef's kitchens with Viking Professional gas ranges (6-burner stoves), Viking refrigerators, Bosch dishwashers and microwaves, granite countertops, custom cabinetry with abundant storage, and breakfast bars.
Additional luxury features include mezzanine-style master bedroom suites with spacious walk-in closets and dressing rooms, 1.5 to 3 bathrooms with granite counters and double vanities, office/den alcoves perfect for work-from-home professionals, in-unit full-size washer and dryer, recessed lighting throughout, built-in window seats, upgraded carpeting in bedroom areas, ample closet space and storage, and private balconies or patios in select units.
The Odeon provides residents with a secure elevator building featuring a stylishly appointed lobby with double-height ceilings, 24/7 security and video surveillance of common areas, elegant terraced community courtyard with landscaping, sitting areas, original site-specific artwork, water fountain, and outdoor living space. The building is professionally managed by Citiscape Property Management.
Leased parking is available in the adjacent garage next door and at nearby Union Square and Ellis-O'Farrell parking facilities. The building is pet-friendly with cats and dogs allowed per HOA policy.
The Odeon is located just one block south of iconic Union Square, placing residents in the absolute heart of San Francisco's most vibrant shopping, dining, theater, and entertainment district. With a perfect Walk Score of 100 (Walker's Paradise), everything you need is within walking distance.
The location offers immediate access to world-class shopping including Macy's (famous for holiday window displays), Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and hundreds of boutiques. The building is steps from the Powell Street BART station, Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason Cable Car lines, Muni Metro, and countless restaurants, cafes, theaters, galleries, and cultural attractions.
The Financial District, Theater District, Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), Civic Center, and Chinatown are all within easy walking distance. San Francisco International Airport is 21 minutes away, while Oakland International Airport is 29 minutes by car.
Union Square is one of San Francisco's most famous neighborhoods, known for luxury shopping, fine dining, world-class hotels, theaters, and cultural attractions. The area offers excellent public transit access including Powell Street BART station (0.1 miles), Powell Street Cable Car turnaround, Muni Metro lines, and numerous bus routes. The location provides unmatched convenience for both residents and visitors exploring San Francisco.
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