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North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association
2017 : issue 2
Point/
Counterpoint –
Bike Lanes on Fell
and Oak
VISION ZERO
Over the past several years, the NOPNA board has sought neighborhood input
on the possibility of adding protected bike lanes adjacent to the panhandle on
Fell and Oak streets. These bike lanes would use the space currently occupied by
the fourth traffic lane on these streets. We have heard from many neighbors with
an interest in this project and NOPNA, along with other members of the public,
requested that the SFMTA perform a preliminary analysis of the feasibility of the
project (study available on the NOPNA site: nopna.org/sfmta-study).
As a result of the study, NOPNA thought we would
by emailing us at board@nopna.org or at one of our
share with you the pros and cons of several points
general neighborhood meetings (at Oasis cafe on the
addressed in the SFMTA’s analysis, as viewed by two
third Thursdays of odd-numbered months) – as this is still
of our board members.
We hope that this point/counterpoint presentation is
helpful and invite you to share your thoughts with us
an active topic of conversation for the board, and a place
where we want neighborhood input. For additional plans
and traffic safety information, please go to www.nopna.org.
(continued on page 3)
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FROM THE BOARD
At the beginning of 2017, I was honored to begin my presidency of the
eclectic, creative, vibrant, historic, and wonderful neighborhood I refer to
as The Western Addition’s North of Panhandle. I have lived in the neighbor-
hood since 2010, and have been a NOPNA board member since 2013. As
we all live and breathe in this beautiful neighborhood and city of ours, we
are still perplexed by the changes that continue to take place in Washing-
ton, D.C. However, in the face of ongoing changes in the nation’s politics,
we see a spark of an opportunity to create something anew, a chance to
show the rest of the nation of how the West can cultivate its own future.
We are at an important time, a time of change and metamorphosis.
It is a time and an opportunity for all those that hope for change, peace,
and the world around us to allow creativity to blossom. Of course, this jour-
ney will be met with turbulence. For all the change that we hope to create,
it all starts right here, local and in solidarity.
At NOPNA, we are organizing events to connect with our neighbors, like
the neighborhood block party; shepherding through on-going projects,
such as the Panhandle Park improvements that are finally coming to fruition;
and seeking input and creativity from the community on future plans.
If you would like to join in the
effort, please reach out to us at
board@nopna.org, or come to
our next general meeting to learn
more about what we are doing
and ways you can create in the
community you love. We want to
be a vehicle to assist and bring
forth your creativity. Be a part of
what’s next….
Charles
Dupigny
is the President
of the NOPNA
board.
The NOPNA News is published by the North
of Panhandle Neighborhood Association for
the residents, businesses, and friends of
our neighborhood, which is bounded by
Masonic Avenue and Turk, Divisadero and
Fell Streets.
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Point/Counterpoint: Bike Lanes
(continued)
Pro
Con
Pedestrian Safety
A similar transformation in Prospect Park, Brooklyn
resulted in a 63% decrease in crashes resulting in
injuries, according to data on the NYC DOT web-
site.* Traffic calming, e.g. removing 4th traffic lane,
bulb-outs, etc., have proven to improve safety for
seniors and disabled individuals (3x more likely to
be injured than other groups).
Parking (MTA study esti-
mates the removal of 75
of 280 spaces)
The feasibility study indicates that parking spaces
would be removed for engineering improve-
ments, including daylighting pedestrian islands at
crossings and accommodating left-turn lanes onto
Masonic. Since adding RPP Zone Q, parking has
been more available at all times.
Since 2011, Fell street has recorded fewer pedes-
trian (and cyclist) collisions than neighboring
streets such as Fulton (excluding the recently
upgraded Masonic intersection).** The possibility
of increasing congestion on Oak, in particular,
could lead traffic to divert through neighborhood
streets, increasing the opportunities for collisions
on those streets.
Parking is a critical issue for many neighbors. Past
and current projects, such as 5 Fulton Rapid Proj-
ect, Masonic Corridor improvements and on-street
dedicated car-share are examples of the SFMTA
removing availability of on-street parking.
Bike/Pedestrian Conflict
Engineering solutions are available for the protected
bike lane/pedestrian intersections. Opportunities
for conflicts between the various modes of travel
on the multi-use path would reduce by diverting
faster-moving cyclists into the protected bike lane.
The addition of two bike lanes to the existing
multi-use pathway would increase the number of
bicycle intersections for pedestrians to cross on
their way into or out of the panhandle. Bikes will
continue to use multi-use path as they already do.
Congestion
According to the SFMTA Feasibility Analysis, a
travel lane reduction from 4 to 3 lanes would have
minor consequences on traffic delay and opera-
tions on Fell, since there are 3 lanes at each end
of the Panhandle.
Substantial backup is estimated by MTA for traffic
turning left onto Masonic off Oak. Fell Street could
become congested during peak hours due to a
single double-parked or slow-turning vehicle.
Vulnerable Residents
Elderly, disabled, and families will be more at
ease on the multi-use path with reduced use by
fast-moving cyclists. Three foot safety buffers
between parking and the new bike lane will allow
for safely exiting vehicles and travel to a crosswalk.
Pedestrians would have to wait for gaps in cyclists
to safely cross the protected bike lane. This could
be challenging for slow or disabled pedestrians.
According to the MTA report, this would present
particular challenges to visually impaired pedestrians.
Cyclist Safety
Protected bike lanes offer a safe alternative to
congested multi-use pathways.
The left-turn off Oak onto Masonic poses a challenge
to safely cross the bike lane with traffic queued to
turn left. This could become dangerous, especially
during peak morning commute times when the
SFMTA estimates 800 vehicles turn left there each
hour. A similar configuration would be needed at the
lesser-used turn from Fell onto Masonic.
NYC DOT https://goo.gl/4idAvB * SFGOV Maps https://goo.gl/wNPBeO
Jason Cauthen and Tim Hickey are members of the NOPNA board, are regular cyclists, and enjoy spirited discussions
about infrastructure.
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Update: 650 Divisadero
DRAWING INDEX
ID
Name
A0.0
C-1
A1.0
A1.1
A1.2
COVER SHEET
SURVEY
PROPOSED SITE PLAN
PROPOSED 1ST FLOOR PLAN
PROPOSED 2ND FLOOR PLAN
A1.16
PERSPECTIVE VIEW
A2.0
A2.1
A2.2
A2.3
EXISTING SITE PLAN
EXISTING 1ST FLOOR PLAN
EXISTING 2ND FLOOR PLAN
EXISTING EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS
PROPOSED 3RD FLOOR PLAN
AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH
A1.4
15 three-bedroom units, 23 two-bed-
PROPOSED 4TH FLOOR PLAN
A2.5
SITE PHOTO 1
PROPOSED 5TH FLOOR PLAN
SITE PHOTO 2
PROPOSED 6TH FLOOR PLAN
rooms, 16 one-bedrooms, and 12
PROPOSED ROOF PLAN
A1.7
A2.8
EXTERIOR ELEVATION - GROVE ST. (NORTH)
EXHIBIT B
SITE PHOTO 3
SITE PHOTOGRAPHS
ENLARGED BIKE RM PLAN
A1.3
A1.5
A1.6
A1.8
A2.4
A2.6
A2.7
A1.9
studio units. The developer has com-
EXTERIOR ELEVATION - DIVISADERO ST. (WEST)
EXTERIOR ELEVATION - SOUTH
EXHIBIT B-2
EXHIBIT B-1
A1.10
BIKE PARKING SPEC
BIKE PARKING SPEC
A1.11
EXTERIOR ELEVATION - EAST
EXHIBIT C
BAY WINDOWS -GLAZING CALCULATION
A1.12
mitted to 13.5% on-site affordable
BUILDING SECTION
PERSPECTIVE VIEW
A1.13
A1.15
PERSPECTIVE VIEW
units, which equates to 9 units. The
PLANNING DATA
planned building is six stories tall.
LOT & BLOCK NUMBER:
1202 / 002B
LOT AREA:
12,500 SF
ZONING:
As the development progress,
NCT - DIVISADERO NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMERCIAL TRANSIT DISTRICT
HEIGHT & BULK:
NOPNA maintains its commitment
65-A
EXISTING USE:
AUTO REPAIR
to affordability by advocating for
RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL
PROPOSED USES:
REQUIRED OPEN SPACE:
the fraction of on-site affordable
6,600 SF IF ALL PRIVATE (66 UNITS X 100 SF)
8,778 SF IF ALL COMMON (66 UNITS X 133 SF)
PHOTO: SF Planning Department.
On January 26, the SF Planning
UNIT MIX SUMMARY
STUDIO / 1 BATH (304-319 SF)
Department’s Planning Commis-
12 UNITS
sion held a public hearing on the
1 BED JUNIOR/1 BATH (347-378 SF)
9 UNITS
ASNA and Affordable Divis. Due to
BUILDING AREA SUMMARY
pending legislation proposed last
RESIDENTIAL
48,803 GROSS SF
year by Supervisor London Breed,
RESIDENTIAL PARKING
5,011 GROSS SF
18.2%
13.6%
1 BED PLUS/1 BATH (499-532 SF)
7 UNITS
development at 650 Divisadero. The
2 BED/1 BATH (560-862 SF)
23 UNITS
34.8%
10.6%
COMMERCIAL:
3,528 GROSS SF
the planning department decisions
public hearing was to hear from the
3 BED/1 BATH (746-1,104 SF)
15 UNITS
22.7%
were deferred to a later meeting
TOTAL BUILDING AREA 57,342 GROSS SF
TOTAL
community – a requirement under
66 UNITS
100%
scheduled for April 6.
the Conditional Use Authorization
process for developments greater
than 10,000 sq. ft. in size. The devel-
oper is requesting an exception from
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This drawing and written material constitute the original work of this Architect and may not be used, duplicated or disclosed without the Architect's written consent.
the bulk restrictions for the portion of
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The plans for 650 Divisadero Street
development continue to evolve,
CONDITIONAL USE APPLICATION
6 5 0 D I V I S A D E R O
but as of now, these are the plans:
S A N F R A N C I S C O , C A L I F O R N I A
The building is now planned for 66
REQUIRED COMMON OPEN SPACE: (66 UNITS TOTAL - 6 UNITS W/ PRIVATE OPEN SPACE =
units to be a minimum of 20% (~13
units, with similar bedroom/size
60 UNITS REQ'D FOR COMMON OPEN SPACE
14 UNITS REQUIRE 30% OF REQUIRED OPEN SPACE
(PER TABLE 135 (d)(2)
46 UNITS X 133 SF = 6,118
14 UNITS X 133 SF X 0.33 = 614.5
TOTAL COMMON OPEN SPACE REQ'D = 6,732.5 SF
distribution). If you’d like to send a
1120 SF
(6 UNITS W/ PRIVATE OPEN SPACE)
letter, voice your opinion, or simply
PROPOSED PRIVATE
OPEN SPACE:
PROPOSED COMMON
OPEN SPACE:
1,932 SF @ 2ND FL DECK
5,483 SF @ ROOF DECK
7,415 SF > 6,732.5 SF REQ'D
learn more about the 650 Divisadero
TOTAL PROPOSED OPEN SPACE:
Development, feel free to contact
1120 SF PRIVATE + 7415 SF COMMON =
8,535 SF TOTAL OPEN SPACE
PROPOSED BLDG HEIGHT:
64'-11"
SF Planning Dept. Staff, Christopher
NO. OF STORIES:
6
NO. OF DWELLING UNITS:
May (christopher.may@sfgov.org
66 UNITS
BMR UNITS:
13.5% ON SITE (9UNITS)
PH: 415-575-9087) and please
PROPOSED PARKING:
24 STACKER PARKING SPACES
1 ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACE
1 CAR SHARE PARKING SPACE
cc NOPNA (Board@nopna.org). More
BICYCLE PARKING:
information on developments and
66 CLASS I SPACES (RESIDENTIAL)
3 CLASS II SPACES (RESIDENTIAL)
6 CLASS II SPACES (COMMERCIAL)
other neighborhood news can be
found on our website at NOPNA.org.
A0.0
COVER SHEET
REVISION 6: DECEMBER 10, 2016
REVISION 5: MAY 05, 2016
REVISION 4: APRIL 20, 2016
REVISION 3: JANUARY 13, 2016
REVISION 2: AUGUST 24, 2015
AUGUST 26, 2014
A R C H I T E C T S
the building above 40 feet in height.
NOPNA attended the hearing, as did
other neighborhood groups such as
units, up from 60 units, as well as two
ground floor retail spaces. The break-
down of the units is planned to be
Charles Dupigny is president of the
NOPNA board.
We are proud to support the North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association.
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Art and Neighbors on Divisadero
After a long drought, this winter brought the welcome return of the Divisadero Art
Walk! On February 16th, local businesses from Page to McAllister kept their doors
open late to welcome neighbors and visitors in to see the work of local artists, taste
craft beers, and take advantage of special deals.
With more than fifteen participating businesses, pop-ups galore, art everywhere,
and delicious bites from local eateries, the bustling and friendly crowd had plenty
to be happy about. By all accounts, this event provided a great reason to get out
and rub elbows with merchants, residents, artists, and other neighbors that you
might not otherwise meet.
The event was such a success that Divisadero businesses are planning to do another
one soon – so, stay tuned for another Art Walk tentatively planned for this summer,
or send a note to divisaderoartwalk@gmail.com if you are interested in participating.
Jessie Flo McDonald is a freelance event manager/private chef (subtlepeach.com)
who has lived in the neighborhood for over five years.
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Masonic Ave. Streetscape Improvement Project
IMAGE: Rendering of streetscap improvements. CREDIT: SF Department of Public Works.
NOPA residents, employees, and
vary by block but are expected to
less parking will negatively impact
commuters have likely noticed the
continue throughout the construction
their street-front business due to
construction that recently began on
phase. The SF Department of Public
decreased ease of access, the hope
Masonic Avenue between Geary
Works has also kept local residents
is that increased foot and bike traffic
Boulevard and Fell Street. The
updated through the distribution of a
offsets this loss.
project will drastically change the
“Notice of Upcoming Construction”
streetscape of Masonic. Some of the
as well as regular emails from the
planned improvements include the
project management team, which
addition of bike lanes, a landscaped
include information on the scope of
median, wider sidewalks, new trees
the project, expected work hours,
along the sidewalks and medians,
and impacts on traffic.
Widened sidewalks, improved light-
ing, and newly installed landscaping
will bring a new look and feel to
one of the neighborhood’s busiest
streets. The addition of bike lanes
will provide a safer riding experience,
and new sidewalk and bus stop
lighting. A small park is also being
constructed at the corner of Masonic
and Geary that will include a pedes-
trian-only plaza and new public art.
Local residents are already noticing
and transit riders will gladly welcome
the effects of construction through
improvements to existing bus stops.
an increase in congestion and noise
Though the construction is currently
during work hours and a decrease
disruptive, these improvements are
in the availability of parking spaces.
designed to create a more beauti-
Construction on Masonic is expected
Their concern over parking will con-
ful, easier-to-use future for Masonic
to last until early 2018 (barring any
tinue after completion, as the project
Avenue.
delays due to field conditions or
replaces existing parking spots with
equipment malfunctions). In addition
a bike lane. This decrease will have
to “No Parking” barricades, other
an impact on residents on either side
parking signs will be posted along
of Masonic, in areas where parking
the avenue with updated parking
is already sparse. Local business
restrictions. These restrictions will
owners have expressed concern that
Julian Mackie is a new resident of the
NOPA neighborhood. Julian is focus-
ing on neighborhoods improvement
projects.
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Creative Aging
A group of senior residents in the
NOPA and Haight-Ashbury neigh-
Crafts and Games: Second and
fourth Thursdays at 2:30 pm. The
borhoods have organized to present
library provides board games such as
activities for seniors in our area. The
Scrabble. One senior is looking for
new group is called “Haight-Ashbury
fellow bridge players; others bring
Seniors” and its activities are located
sewing or knitting projects. The group
at the Park Branch Library, 1883
talks as they work. Anyone seeking to
Page Street, and at the Hamilton
improve his or her needlework skills is
Church gym.
sure to find another senior to help.
So far, three activities have been
scheduled on a regular basis:
Monthly Meeting: Third Thursday
of each month at 6:00 pm. An eve-
Yoga: Mondays at 11:00 am at Ham-
ilton Church gym. Because the gym
is locked, attendees need to be on
time or arrange to be admitted.
ning meeting with speakers and/or
For more information on the Haight
discussions of topics relevant
Ashbury Seniors, please email
to needs as seniors.
haightashburyseniors@gmail.com or
call Louise Dunlop at 415-346-3195.
Louise Dunlop is an active member of the community and long-time NOPA resident.
PHOTO: Cosi Pavalko (right), founder
of Haight Ashbury Seniors poses with
Joanna McClure, a local poet and active
participant in the group.
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OUT AND ABOUT
NOPNA Business Directory
PERISH TRUST / HAMPUI MEDICINE HATS
If 2017 is the year you decide to KonMari your trucker hat
• On Fulton and Lyon, Nimers was bought by Christine
and Bobby. Their experience is in the hospitality busi-
collection and put something classy on your head for a
ness, which is evident from the greeting you get as soon
change, take a look at Hampui Medicine Hats. Handmade
as you walk in the door. They report they have been
with care by a professional milliner in a micro-store nestled
warmly welcomed by the neighborhood and are contin-
in the back of the Perish Trust on Divisadero, these hats
ually updating their selection to match neighborhood
promise to serve as a “tool for your transformation, for
needs. They have especially focused on stocking quality
your healing of your world.” Willie Roberts of Hampui will
wines at a variety of price points that you are unlikely to
even incorporate meaningful personal items (for example,
find at a larger supermarket. They’re considering renam-
your grandmother’s button, your father’s tie, your daugh-
ing the store and welcoming suggestions from neighbors.
ter’s blanket, or your favorite stone) into the hat to keep
you safe.
IMAGE: New Owners Christine and Bobby of Nimers market.
• Nadim Agra is retiring after nearly 30 years running
McBaker Grocery and Liquor on the corner of Baker and
McAllister. The new owners also own the AA Market on
Fulton and Broderick.
THE MILL
Four years after it opened in 2013, the Mill has decisively
proved that there are plenty of people happy to pay $4
STORES TURNING A CORNER
Out of Saran Wrap, need a pack of gum, or realize you’re
short on beverages 15 minutes before the guests arrive (or
for toast made from delicious, locally-baked bread. More
after your guests have emptied your reserves)? Everyone
recently, they’ve also expanded pizza nights to every night
knows the value of the hyper-local corner store. A couple
except for Tuesday and started serving beer and wine.
of our favorites are under new management, so check
them out to check out their new wares and welcome the
On Tuesdays, they are even hosting classes on bread-
making, so you can enjoy delicious fresh baked bread
new owners and employees to the neighborhood.
in your own home.
10 | NOPNANews
Neighborhood History:
Native Daughters of the Golden West
on Redwood Highway. This year we
good neighborhood for the most
are focusing on the El Camino Real
part. I love the neighborhood, I feel
bells which we mark on Highway 1.
fairly safe here walking across the
We also have maintained the pioneer
street at night to go grab something
roster for the State of California since
to eat. It’s difficult to run an organiz-
it began in the early 1900’s.
ing when you have a meeting with
How did the Native Daughters of
the Golden West form?
Our organization is 131 years old, we
began in Jackson, in Amador County
up in gold country. California had
people from all over the state, so
parking is a huge issue for us.
Are you open to the public? Do
you do tours?
Yes! We have tours and welcome
Admission Day celebrations when we
visitors. People come to learn about
were admitted to the union. One lady
the history of our state, the pioneer
had gone to one of the admission
roster, or their own California ances-
events and felt they needed to have
try. Some visitors are interested in the
a women’s organization that does
architecture of Julia Morgan, others
what the Native Sons do.
are just curious – people often mis-
You have a long history civic activ-
take us for an embassy.
ity. What do you think about the
What would you say are the benefits
recent women’s marches?
Good for them, people have the
of being part of this organization?
We are a sisterhood; we take care of
right to express their opinion and
each other; there’s a lot of friendship
they did it peacefully. We marched
along with our charity.
for the right to vote, we’ve marched
a lot in our years (lol).
The building is truly stunning, what
can you tell me about it?
The building is a Julia Morgan
designed building. She was the first
woman architect in the State of Califor-
If you are interested learning more or
becoming a member, please contact:
THE NATIVE DAUGHTERS OF THE GOLDEN WEST
555 Baker St. SF, CA | 415-921-2664
nia. She completed over 700 projects,
MUSEUM HOURS
including the Asilomar in Monterey,
Third Sunday: 1pm – 3pm
Hearst Castle in San Simeon, and the
M – F: By appointment
Berkeley City Women’s Club.
What’s your perspective on the
NOPA neighborhood?
Well, we have been here since the
beginning, since 1928. I think it’s a
Charles Dupigny is excited to have
finally seen the inside of “one of his
favorite buildings in San Francisco.”
PHOTO: Charles Dupigny
On Baker near McAllister sits a
distinctive and stately building – this
Julia Morgan-design has no equal in
our neighborhood and could be mis-
taken for an embassy. Above the door
is the seal of the Native Daughters of
the Golden West, an organization that
has been engaged in a variety of civic
and charitable activities dating back
to 1886 and has been headquartered
in this neighborhood since 1928.
We sat down with Sherry Farley and
Marilynn Rodrigues, the current and
past presidents of the Native Daugh-
ters of the Golden West to learn
more about the history and present
of the organization.
What kind of activities do the
Native Daughters of the Golden
West focus on?
We try to preserve California history
in any way that we can, through
California Admission Day, education
and scholarships, lighthouse pres-
ervation, environmental issues, and
even a grove of redwood trees up
Safety in the Neighborhood
issue 2 : 2017 | 11
NOPNA is an all-volunteer organi-
zation committed to doing what we
can to keep the neighborhood safe.
We work with our local SFPD Police
Captains at Park Station (Captain John
Sanford) and Northern Station (Cap-
tain John Jaimerena), our District 5
Supervisor, London Breed to improve
safety and quality of life in our area.
In February, we helped organize a
community meeting with Captain
John Sanford in response to a few
crimes in the first part of 2017. In the
course of the meeting, the Captain
committed to devoting resources to
particular neighborhood hotspots or
other areas where neighbors voiced
a concern. Since that meeting, the
Captain has added foot beat patrol for
PHOTO: Neighbors meet with police to discuss recent crime trends. CREDIT: Leela Gill.
In addition, NOPNA is kicking off an
non-emergencies call the
effort to engage neighbors in crime
SFPD non-emergency number
prevention. If you are interested in
415-533-0123.
organizing your block for a neighbor-
hood watch, our safety team leaders
can help you get started. Contact
Leela Gill and Charles Dupigny at
To report graffiti, trash, or other
quality of life issues, call 3-1-1 or
download the 311 app or visit
It’s a great service – use it!
the NOPA area, is working closely with
Always remember, if you see a crime
local merchants, and has introduced
in progress, you should call 9-1-1. If
Coffee With A Cop, an event where
you don’t call, then the criminals will
neighbors gathered at Central Cafe
continue to take action on your block
for an open dialogue with police.
so it is up to you to report it. For
Leela Gill is a 20+ year resident, who
enjoys the neighborhood with her
two boys and husband.
Calendar of Events
Summer Block Party
Sunday, May 7
Bay to Breakers
Sunday, May 21
SFPD Northern Station
Community Meeting
Northern Station Community Room
Thursdays, 6 pm
May 11, June 8, July 13
Divisadero Farmers Market
Grove@Divisadero
Sundays, 10 am – 2 pm
SFPD Park Station
Community Meetings
Park Station Community Room
Tuesdays, 6 pm
May 9, June 13, July 11
NOPNA General Meetings
Oasis Cafe
Thursdays, 7:00 pm
May 18, July 20
Panhandle Park
Community Work Day
Meet near the playground
Saturdays, 9 am – 11 am
May 13, June 10, July 8
Top producers.
Nopa Specialists.
Hello NOPA Neighbors, it is with much excitement that
Declan and I share that we’ve made the strategic move to
join the Compass team and support the launch of its San
Francisco office.
Although Compass is new to our San Francisco market, they
have already transformed the real estate process for clients
in major cities around the country. As a technology-based
real estate platform, Compass is building smarter, more
sophisticated experiences for San Francisco’s buyers and
sellers with best-in-class technologists from Google, Apple,
and Facebook creating the company’s proprietary tools for
instantly accessing market data and precisely targeting the
right buyers. For us, that means we can now better serve our
clients more efficiently and effectively in NOPA, and beyond!
Change is exciting and it’s our belief that Compass
is building the future of real estate, and we feel more
confident than ever in our ability to provide you with
exceptional service and help you achieve your goals.
As always, please reach out to us with any real estate
inquiries. We’re always very grateful for the opportunity to
assist with determining your property’s value, or discussing
any plans on the horizon.
Mollie Poe
Declan Hickey
Top Producer 1% SFAR
m 415 902 2447
CalBRE# 01239280
Top Producer 1% SFAR
m 415 902 2446
CalBRE# 01356209
Warm regards-
Mollie & Declan
Immaculately Restored Victorian Home
1558 Grove St
NOPA Studio Condo
529-A Broderick St
NOPA Victorian Condo
2067 Golden Gate Ave
3 BED
|
3 BATH
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JUST SOLD AT $3,500,000
1 BATH
STUDIO
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FOR SALE: $519,000
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2 BED
|
1 BATH
COMING SOON - CALL FOR DETAILS
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Updated with all of today's modern conveniences,
this special home is beaming with character and
charm.
Its deep lot hosts a jaw-dropping array of mature
trees and plant life, and is the focal point through
the many large view windows and its two large
decks of the master bedroom and kitchen areas.
Ground Level condo with Gated Entry from
Broderick Street.
Modified with permits to accommodate today's
family-style living.
Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances.
Recessed Lighting, Exposed Brickwork & Built-in
Shelving. In-unit Washer/Dryer. Large Beautiful
Common-area Rear Deck.
Flooded by Natural Light with Large Windows
throughout. Open Living Room/Formal Dining
Room Area. Family Room off Kitchen opens to
Deeded Deck. Double Parlor converted to 2
Large Bedrooms. Additional Room on Ground
Level overlooking Yard is Deeded to this Condo!
Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources
deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdraw without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square foot-
ages are approximate. Exact dimensions can be obtained by retaining the services of an architect or engineer. This is not intended to solicit property already listed.
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