689 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, San Francisco, 94103 - 2 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$1,950,000
689 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
2Beds
2Baths
1,680Sqft
1,380.85Lot
Year Built
1924
Close
-
List price
$1.95M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$1,161
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
424075204
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Patio
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About this home
We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $1.95M(50th), sqft - 1680(50th), beds - 2(50th), baths - 2(50th).
689 Minna radiates the highest caliber of contemporary design & construction. With clean lines, flaxen wide-plank hardwood floors, sophisticated lighting, and super-luxe finishes throughout, 689 is the quality of home rarely found in SoMa. Offering 1,680sf across two levels, the home's centerpoint features large glass panels that slide open to a 350+sf terrace that streams sunlight to the living room, kitchen and bedroom - expanding to more than 2,000sf of usable square feet to entertain or unwind. The modern kitchen features white matte cabinetry & thin-profile quartzite countertops, glass-slab backsplash, and Sub Zero/Wolf appliances. The living area features showroom-caliber lighting and windows that span the width of the room. The upstairs bedroom is illuminated by a window overlooking the large terrace. The primary bath is outfitted with stylish finishes: vertically-stacked ebony stone tile, a rainshower & custom lid + niche lighting. The open-concept lower level with high ceilings creates opportunities... bedroom, family room, art gallery... complete with half bath, kitchenette and laundry room. Two car parking in the generous & secure garage. Ideal central SoMa location near Heart of the City Farmer's Market and BART. WalkScore of 95 & Transit Score of 100.
Nearby schools
3/10
Tenderloin Community
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
7/10
Redding Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
7/10
Muir (John) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
/10
Chinese Education Center
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
2/10
Sanchez Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
5/10
Daniel Webster Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
5/10
Moscone (George R.) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
6/10
San Francisco Public Montessori School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
9/10
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
Public,•K-5•1.8mi
1/10
Mission Education Center
Public,•K-5•2.6mi
2/10
Fairmount Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.6mi
3/10
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
Public,•K-8•0.3mi
4/10
Everett Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.3mi
4/10
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Public,•K-8•1.7mi
6/10
Francisco Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.9mi
6/10
Marina Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.1mi
3/10
Lick (James) Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.2mi
6/10
Rooftop Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.3mi
9/10
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.5mi
2/10
Revere (Paul) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.8mi
8/10
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•3.4mi
3/10
San Francisco Community Alternative School
Public,•K-8•3.7mi
7/10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.9mi
9/10
Lawton Alternative Elementary School
Public,•K-8•4.4mi
1/10
Downtown High School
Public,•9-12•1.2mi
3/10
O'connell (John) High School
Public,•9-12•1.2mi
2/10
Wells (Ida B.) High School
Public,•9-12•1.2mi
3/10
Mission High School
Public,•9-12•1.4mi
2/10
S.F. International High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
7/10
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
8/10
Galileo High School
Public,•9-12•1.9mi
2/10
Marshall (Thurgood) High School
Public,•9-12•2.9mi
6/10
Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Public,•9-12•3.0mi
9/10
Asawa (Ruth) San Francisco School Of The Arts, A Public School.
Public,•9-12•3.0mi
5/10
Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School
Public,•9-12•3.9mi
2/10
Jordan (June) School For Equity
Public,•9-12•4.0mi
7/10
Balboa High School
Public,•9-12•4.1mi
7/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
Public,•9-12•4.3mi
7/10
Washington (George) High School
Public,•9-12•4.4mi
10/10
Lowell High School
Public,•9-12•5.0mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
10/11/24
Price Change
$1,950,000
10/03/18
Sold
$1,610,000
12/16/09
Sold
$610,000
03/24/03
Sold
$665,000
01/22/99
Sold
$375,000
Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite the original build year of 1924, this property has undergone an extensive, high-caliber contemporary renovation. The description explicitly states 'highest caliber of contemporary design & construction' with 'super-luxe finishes throughout.' The kitchen features modern white matte cabinetry, quartzite countertops, glass-slab backsplash, and high-end Sub Zero/Wolf appliances, all appearing new. The primary bathroom boasts stylish ebony stone tile, a rainshower, and custom lighting. Wide-plank hardwood floors, sophisticated lighting, and a flexible lower level with a kitchenette further underscore the property's virtually new condition and adherence to current quality standards, with no visible deferred maintenance.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Great Schools: Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
High-Caliber Contemporary Design & Finishes: The property boasts 'highest caliber of contemporary design & construction' with 'super-luxe finishes,' including flaxen wide-plank hardwood floors, sophisticated lighting, a modern kitchen with Sub Zero/Wolf appliances, quartzite countertops, and a stylish primary bath, setting it apart in the SoMa market.
Exceptional Indoor-Outdoor Living: Large glass panels open to a 350+ sqft terrace, expanding the usable living space to over 2,000 sqft and streaming natural light into the living room, kitchen, and bedroom, offering a rare urban oasis.
Prime Central SoMa Location & Accessibility: Situated in an 'ideal central SoMa location' near the Heart of the City Farmer's Market and BART, the property boasts an impressive WalkScore of 95 and Transit Score of 100, ensuring unparalleled convenience and connectivity.
Flexible Lower Level with Potential: The open-concept lower level with high ceilings, a half bath, and kitchenette offers versatile opportunities for a third bedroom, family room, art gallery, or even potential for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU).
Secure Two-Car Garage Parking: The inclusion of a generous and secure two-car garage is a significant premium amenity in San Francisco, providing convenience and value in a dense urban environment where parking is often scarce.
Cons
Low Available Lot Utilization: The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 1380, living area = 1680.
Age of Original Structure: Despite extensive modern renovations, the property's original construction year of 1924 means the underlying structure is nearly a century old, which could raise concerns for some buyers regarding unseen infrastructure or seismic resilience.
Limited Traditional Outdoor Space: While featuring a spacious terrace, the overall lot size of 1380.85 sqft is quite small, offering no traditional yard or garden space, which may be a drawback for buyers desiring more extensive outdoor areas.
Potential for Urban Noise and Activity: Its central SoMa location, while excellent for accessibility, inherently places the property in a bustling urban environment, potentially exposing residents to higher levels of street noise, traffic, or general city activity.