653 Duncan St.

Beds: 3 Baths: 3.5 Square footage: n/a

This three-bedroom, 3.5-bath Contemporary home is located in the sought-after community of Noe Valley. The sleek white tones go hand-in-hand with the clean minimalist architecture. The living room has hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking views of the city. It also has a fireplace and recessed lighting. The dining room has glass doors that lead out to the back patio area. The galley-style kitchen has marble countertops and ample cabinet space. The master bedroom also provides access to the patio and overlooks the garden. The rooftop deck is perfect for barbecues and lounging.

Listing agent: Gloria Smith, Sotheby’s International Realty, (415) 296-2206.

San Francisco, $2.17 million

257 Collingwood St.

Beds: 5 Baths: 3 Square footage: 2,931 (per architect)

This five-bedroom, three-bath house has more than 2,900 square feet of living space. The foyer has a modern light fixture and gleaming hardwood floors. The living room has sage-green walls, crown molding and a fireplace. The formal dining room is spacious enough for large dinner parties and has bay windows that look out to the street. The master bedroom has plush carpeting and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. There are plans to increase the living space to 4,112 square feet, add decks on each of the three levels, and build an attached garage that will provide interior access.

Listing agent: Rafael Acevedo and Joe Marko, Paragon Real Estate Group.

(415) 738-7246 or (415) 738-7245.

The San Francisco Chronicle and BlockShopper San Francisco scour the Bay Area to find what range of properties buyers can get for their money. This week, What You Can Buy features homes in the $2.18 million range.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/What-you-can-buy-in-San-Francisco-for-2-195-4024557.php

118 Coso Ave.

Beds: 3 Baths: 2.5 Square footage: 2,220

This three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home was built in 1909 and has about 2,220 square feet of living space. The foyer has intricate hardwood floors and a wooden staircase that leads to the upper level. The living room has a fireplace and bay windows that let in lots of natural light and provide cross-ventilation. The formal dining room has a modern light fixture and is open to the kitchen, which is perfect for dinner parties. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, solid-wood cabinets and ample cupboard space. The backyard has a wooden fence for added privacy, a patio area and a hot tub.

Listing agent: Michael Salstein, Zephyr Real Estate eTeam, (877) 627-2805.

San Francisco, $1.395 million

272 Dalewood Way

Beds: 3 Baths: 3.5 Square footage: 1,923

This three-bedroom, 3.5-bath home has about 1,923 square feet of living space and offers breathtaking ocean views. The living room has elegant crown molding, a fireplace and hardwood floors. The formal dining room has a chandelier and the kitchen is adjacent. The kitchen has a gleaming black tile floor, stainless steel appliances and solid-wood cabinets. The master bedroom is sleek and modern with red walls and white trim, and the master bathroom has dual sinks and granite countertops. The garage provides space for two vehicles and added storage. It is conveniently located within one mile of Miraloma Elementary School.

Listing agent: Pamela Rummage Culp, Alain Pinel Realtors, (415) 640-3293.

San Francisco Chronicle and BlockShopper San Francisco scour the Bay Area to find what range of properties buyers can get for their money. This week, What You Can Buy features homes in the $1.287 million range.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/What-you-can-buy-in-San-Francisco-for-1-179-4004343.php

40 Day St.

Beds: 3 Baths: 3.5 Square footage: 3,100

This three-level home has an open floor plan, hardwood floors on all levels, high ceilings and high-end fixtures. Its kitchen features stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets and Italian marble countertops. The master suite includes a spa-like bath. The bedroom opens to a tiled deck. On the lower level, a large media room comes with a fireplace and full bath. It opens directly onto the yard and into the two-car garage. The yard has mature fruit trees.

Listing agent: Whitney Baxter Davis, Zephyr Real Estate, (415) 533-3990, whitneybdavis@gmail.com.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/What-you-can-buy-in-San-Francisco-for-1-749-3848573.php

40 Day St.

Beds: 3 Baths: 3.5 Square footage: 3,100

This three-level home has an open floor plan, hardwood floors on all levels, high ceilings and high-end fixtures. Its kitchen features stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets and Italian marble countertops. The master suite includes a spa-like bath. The bedroom opens to a tiled deck. On the lower level, a large media room comes with a fireplace and full bath. It opens directly onto the yard and into the two-car garage. The yard has mature fruit trees.

Listing agent: Whitney Baxter Davis, Zephyr Real Estate, (415) 533-3990, whitneybdavis@gmail.com.

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40 Day St.

Beds: 3 Baths: 3.5 Square footage: 3,100

This three-level home has an open floor plan, hardwood floors on all levels, high ceilings and high-end fixtures. Its kitchen features stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets and Italian marble countertops. The master suite includes a spa-like bath. The bedroom opens to a tiled deck. On the lower level, a large media room comes with a fireplace and full bath. It opens directly onto the yard and into the two-car garage. The yard has mature fruit trees.

Listing agent: Whitney Baxter Davis, Zephyr Real Estate, (415) 533-3990, whitneybdavis@gmail.com.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/What-you-can-buy-in-San-Francisco-for-1-749-3848573.php

San Francisco

20 Beideman St.

Beds: 2 Baths: 1.5 Square footage: 1,000 Price: $3,400/month

This furnished two-bedroom condo is a top-floor unit with a townhouse-style floor plan. It has high ceilings, large windows and skylights. The office includes a pull-out sofa. Other features include a gas fireplace, window seat, front porch and radiant heat. The property also includes a deck off the kitchen and a private one-car garage. The building is within walking distance to shops, restaurants and nightlife in Fillmore, Japantown and NoPa.

Leasing agent: Jeanne Zimmerman, McGuire Real Estate, (415) 901-2779,

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/What-you-can-rent-in-San-Francisco-for-3-400-3832286.php

484 Los Palmos Drive

Beds: 3 Baths: 1.5 Square footage: 1,450

Constructed in 1947, this two-story property features a living room equipped with a fireplace, recessed lighting and a wall of built-in shelving units. Highlights of the the kitchen include stainless steel appliances, tile flooring and glass-fronted cabinets. French doors open to a spacious back patio and serene garden area. This property provides a single-car garage. All bedrooms are on the upper level.

Listing agent: Donna Sullivan, Herth Real Estate. (415) 370-8845. donnahouse@aol.com.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2012/06/15/RESL1P266M.DTL