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Roaring ’20s trilevel modernized into a smart home in Pacific Heights

Afew blocks north of Alta Plaza Park and several streets east of the Presidio stands a sumptuous stuccoed smart home dating back to the Roaring ’20s.

Fully modernized for contemporary living, 2440 Vallejo St. blends refined finishes and custom detail with an enticing floor plan that offers ample opportunities for indoor/outdoor living.

“It’s an exquisitely designed jewel box in a coveted location,” said Mark Allan Levinson of Pacific Union Real Estate, who is listing the five-bedroom for $9.95 million. “It’s gorgeous and absolutely move-in ready.”

Originally built in 1921, the home recently underwent a remodel that modernized its infrastructure and highlighted its inherent beauty.

The living room at 2440 Vallejo St. in Pacific Heights includes built-in storage for displaying artwork.

Sausalito-based architecture firm Ziv Davis provided the design, while Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders handled the construction.

“They did an absolutely amazing job,” Levinson said. “The home is stunning.”

Lutron lighting, radiant heating and an outdoor audio system highlight a wealth of creature comforts found within the Pacific Heights home. The Savant system enables residents to control the home’s security, sound, lighting and entertainment systems from their smartphone or tablet.

Bespoke detail radiates throughout the

“The home is stunning.” Mark Allan Levinson of Pacific Union Real Estate

home. Marble, Porcelanosa fixtures, custom display cabinetry and onyx accents represent the home’s elegant material palette. A garden originally designed by Thomas Church stretches behind the home and the pedestrian gate in front of the home opens to an inviting patio.

All told, the Pacific Heights home enjoys three gas fireplaces, all with remote controls, as well as a inviting floor plan and a myriad of smart home amenities.

A showstopping kitchen serves as an entertainment hub within the trilevel. Sunlight pours through a wall of divided light windows while a tray ceiling shelters the space. Dark stained hardwood flooring lines the room that includes a breakfast nook set beside floor-to-ceiling built-ins.

Calacatta marble counters accent the Midland custom cabinetry with solid nickel hardware. A Wolf range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and dual ovens provide a wealth of tools for the home chef. The kitchen opens to a private, sunny patio with limestone tables that are ideal for al fresco dining.

The owner’s suite boasts sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz and the Marin Headlands. Additionally, the suite enjoys a gas fireplace and walk-in closet with custom built-ins. A spa bathroom with a walk-out deck, dual vanities and Porcelansosa fixtures finishes the suite.

To learn more, visit www.2440vallejostreet.com.

Photography: Open Homes Photography

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY OPEN HOMES PHOTOGRAPHY Above: The master suite’s spa bathroom enjoys a frameless glass shower and a freestanding soaking tub. Below: An open-air terrace rests off the kitchen of the trilevel.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY OPEN HOMES PHOTOGRAPHY Above: The kitchen revolves around a marble-topped island with bar seating. Below left: French doors off the lower level’s family room open to a landscaped backyard. Below right: Concrete steps wind throughout the landscaped garden with mature shade trees originally designed by Thomas Church.

A gas fireplace rests beside a wall of built-in shelving in this bedroom. Dating back to the Roaring ’20s, the smart home has been fully modernized for contemporary living.

Top left: Hardwood flooring, built-ins and oversized picture windows adorn the interior. Bottom left: Landscaped gardens stretch behind the Pacific Heights home. Right: The kitchen boasts Calacatta marble counters and high-end appliances. The more than 4,400-square-foot trilevel offers five bedrooms.

Left: 2440 Vallejo St. in Pacific Heights is a five-bedroom smart home with a Savant system available for $9.95 million. Below: A floating gas fireplace warms the sunken family room with hardwood flooring.