That’s so great you’ve had some quality time with Matilda, Hec!
Two nights in a row!
And her bf is off to a trip to Santa Barbara for five days so I can monopolize her for a bit.
Oooh, doggie, my Realtor just sent me an address from his "drip" - which is real estate listings which are not listed online yet -- and there's a hot one that would work. The listing price is low compared to what it will go for but could still be in our ballpark for Emmett and his gf, Kalena.
Welcome to 724 Elizabeth Street, a quintessential Victorian condo nestled on one of Noe Valley's most beloved blocks just steps from 24th Street's cafs, boutiques, and neighborhood favorites. This charming 2 bedroom home blends timeless period character with thoughtful modern updates for truly effortless living. High coved ceilings, wainscoting, picture frame moldings, and beautifully refinished wood floors create a sense of warmth and authenticity, while newer windows and French doors invite soft natural light throughout the day. The spacious eat in chef's kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring granite counters, stainless steel appliances, oak cabinetry, and classic subway tile. The spacious, updated bathroom continues the home's blend of comfort and style with contemporary finishes. The tub/shower combination features classic Carrara marble tile. The inviting living room opens through new French doors to a private deck and brick patio embraced by lush greenery a rare, serene urban oasis perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Additional conveniences include in unit laundry, a gas fireplace, abundant storage, and 1 car garage parking. A home with soul, charm, and unbeatable walkability this is Noe Valley living at its best.
Does "condo" in this context mean two apartments, one upstairs and one downstairs?
Does "condo" in this context mean two apartments, one upstairs and one downstairs?
No, it means you own one floor of a Victorian.
Love Noe Valley!
They'd be very close to Emmett's first pre-K center, and more importantly, Noe Valley Bakery, home of the world's greatest Cherry Chocolate Bread.
Mm, that sounds very nice! i have some memory attached to Elizabeth Street but I can't pin it down. I was thinking maybe my grandmother lived there as a child but looking on a map that doesn't seem right. Oh well, regardless of that, good luck with the real estate!
That’s so great you’ve had some quality time with Matilda, Hec!
I echo this! Also, now I want Bolognese sauce, but my body’s increasing sensitivity to garlic and tomatoes thwarts me.
ION, I’m on day three of a migraine, and just tealized that I never applied for state FMLA back at the end of April, so I need to call a government office on Monday and hope they feel merciful.
IOON, Interview with the Vampire has been renewed for a fourth season!!! With another name change; it’s now Queen of the Damned. And the full album for The Vampire Lestat has been released to streaming; I immediately bought it, and now I hope for a physical media release.
Woo season 4! I still need to actually watch season 3 but I am confident I will be excited for another once I do
Outlet sale was constantly busy from open until I left at 2. I was at a cash handling register which apparently comes with the perq of a seat but I never had a break in customers to take advantage of it. There was apparently a line to get in an hour and a half before we open which is just ridiculous. I get to do it again tomorrow morning and Sunday evening, I hope my body isn’t too unhappy about that. Have asked for Tuesday off which has not actually been approved but unless it’s specifically denied before then I am taking. Maybe even if it is.
That condo sounds lovely, Hec.
My house/condo hunting will swing into full gear in August, when I’ll (hopefully) feel secure in my new job and my sister should be healed enough to check out potential places with me. I’m pretty sure I’ll be buying in either Port Huron or St. Clair Shores. The former is right at the base of Lake Huron and has enough of a geek/alternative community to support a good gaming shop, a witch shop, and an Edgar Allen Poe-themed coffee shop. And the houses are relatively cheap. Not much in the way of condos, though, and it’s a bluish dot in a red area. St. Clair Shores is (as one might expect) on Lake St. Clair—not one of the Great Lakes, but a perfectly respectable body of water, in its way. (Is my limnological snobbery showing? Yeah, probably.) The town itself is a tad ruddy, but it’s right above a very blue area, and has a number of reasonably priced brick bungalows. And it’s closer to family. It’ll probably come down to which city has an affordable house/condo that ticks my rather extensive list of boxes. I’ve been thinking about what I want in a home for about 30 years now. I have rather more in the way of opinions than budget.
