A Swoon-Worthy 1930s Home by the Architect of the Golden Gate Bridge Seeks $3.7M
Designed by Morrow & Morrow for acclaimed composer and pianist Henry Cowell, the Bauhaus-inspired property comes complete with a "hidden" study.
Designed by Morrow & Morrow for acclaimed composer and pianist Henry Cowell, the Bauhaus-inspired property comes complete with a "hidden" study.
Location: 171 San Marcos Avenue, San Francisco, California
Price: $3,700,000
Architect: Morrow & Morrow
Year Built: 1933
Footprint: 3,570 square feet (four bedrooms, four baths)
Lot Size: 0.15 acres
From the Agent: "Built in 1933, this Bauhaus-inspired home was designed for the family of well-known composer and pianist Henry Cowell by the renowned master architectural firm Morrow & Morrow, a few years after Irving Morrow designed the architectural components of the Golden Gate Bridge. This architecturally significant home has been designated Landmark No. 270 by the SF Planning Commission. While keeping its architectural integrity intact, the redwood plank-clad home has been thoughtfully updated throughout and boasts an impressive floor plan with large floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interior with natural light and provide breathtaking views of mature trees, hills, and the ocean. This home is complete with beautiful mahogany floors, built-in cabinets and bookcases, two-car parking, a large rear yard, and an exceptional roof deck with expansive, spectacular views."
Neatly nestled into a city hillside, the historic home hides its multilevel design from street view.
Photo by Sean R Wilkinson
Photo by Sean R Wilkinson
A trove of original details can be found throughout the residence, including floor-to-ceiling windows, custom built-in shelving, and a blue tiled fireplace in the living room.
Photo by Sean R Wilkinson
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