549 Kansas Street

https://www.549kansas.com

Cared for by the same owners for over 40 years, 549 Kansas Street is a well-loved home set on one of Potrero Hill's quieter residential blocks. Offering downtown skyline and East Bay views, a natural flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces, and a charming garden, the home feels comfortable, functional, and easy to settle into.

The main level is laid out thoughtfully, private where it should be and open in the common living areas. The two bedrooms bookend the main hallway, sharing a split bath between them. The front bedroom is bright and versatile, with large windows and picture molding, equally suited as a guest room or home office. The rear bedroom is cozy and quiet, with peekaboo East Bay views that make for a peaceful way to wake up.

The common areas flow naturally from space to space. The open living and dining area, anchored by a classic brick fireplace with a white mantel, is comfortable and well proportioned with hardwood floors throughout. The well-appointed kitchen features white shaker cabinets, quartz counters, a gas range, and stainless steel appliances. Just beyond, a versatile second living room or eat-in area includes a built-in desk nook with shelving. The whole level opens onto the back deck, perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply taking in the views.

The lower level adds valuable additional private space to the home. Beyond the one-car garage, laundry, and additional storage space, the bonus room includes its own kitchen, full bathroom, and hardwood floors. Whether used for guests, a home office, or creative space, it offers a natural extension of the home’s living space.

Off the lower level, the garden is a nice escape. A neatly edged lawn sits at the center, bordered by calla lilies, a bottlebrush tree in full bloom, and layered plantings that fill every corner with color and texture. Private, green, and surprisingly removed from the city.

With a Walk Score of 96, daily errands, dining, and coffee are all within blocks. The 18th Street corridor puts some of the neighborhood's best cafés and restaurants nearby, with Whole Foods and several local shops covering the rest of your day-to-day needs. The location is equally well suited for commuters, with quick access to 101 and 280 for those traveling south, and downtown San Francisco just minutes away by Muni or car.

Features:

• Charming SFR built in 1929
• 3 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
• Desirable Potrero Hill North slope location
• Unobstructed views of downtown & the Bay from the back
• Flexible layout with formal living and dining
• 2 bedrooms & 1 Split Bath on main level
• Newly remodeled kitchen with SS appliances & quartz countertops
• Paroramic view deck of the living space
• Beautifully landscaped garden with mature landscaping & lemon tree
• Studio unit with kitchenette & bathroom with separate entrance
• Spacious 1-car garage with additional space for storage & laundry 
• A+ location, just minutes from the vibrant 18th Street corridor
• Convenient access to Highways 101 and 280