653 Dolores Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

Welcome to 653 Dolores, a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome at the Light House overlooking Dolores Park in the Mission Dolores neighborhood of San Francisco. The original building, designed by William H. Crim in 1915 as a place of worship, is immediately recognized by its signature dome, Tuscan columns, elegantly arched porticoes, and neoclassical design elements. 653 Dolores spans approximately 5,351 sq. ft. (per tax records) over 4 levels of dramatic living space and includes 3 bedrooms and 3 spacious full bathrooms. 

The grand foyer with historic gleaming marble floors provides an elegant formal entry. Original period details include walnut paneling on the walls; arched plaster ceilings; oil rubbed sconces; pendant chandeliers; and leaded-glass-paned windows. 

A custom-made steel and timber stairway leads to an expansive great room which boasts dramatic high ceilings and polished concrete floors. The open-concept space, which is ideal for hosting and entertaining, is highlighted by two original arched windows detailed with leaded stained glass perimeters that flood the space with natural light and look out onto a verdant exclusive-use garden. Additional adjacent rooms offer flexible space that can be used as a home office, wine storage, or meditation alcove. 

The true chef’s kitchen features double-height storage that can be accessed from a custom steel rolling ladder. Sleek European-style cabinets have been encased with Polylac, a scratch-resistant coating made from recycled glass. The countertops and backsplash are a honed granite with a subtle leather-texture finish. A professional-grade suite of Miele appliances includes a 36-inch Miele 6-burner range, dishwasher, and 36-inch refrigerator. 

A shared patio with direct access from this home is perfect for al fresco outdoor living. For those looking for the best in San Francisco living, 653 Dolores Street puts Dolores Heights, the Mission, and the Castro at your doorstep, providing the finest in recreation, dining, and entertainment.