Downtown San Francisco Living
Living in downtown San Francisco means being a part of a truly unique metropolitan experience. A city known for its history, diversity, the world famous Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street and Alcatraz, San Francisco is in a class by itself.
When people think of city transportation, they often picture swarms of yellow cabs or the crowds bustling about in underground railway systems. But no other city can offer the history and charm of San Francisco's cable car system. Nowhere else but the streets of San Francisco will you ride the rails and hear the bells of a cable car. Known as San Francisco's moving landmark, cable cars not only get you to your destination, but it is a mode of transportation that unique to this great city.
Cable cars are far from the only thing that makes San Francisco so special and so unique. It is a city filled with history, diversity and culture. One such cultural aspect is the city's very own Chinatown – the oldest in all of North America and the largest outside of Asia. A “city within a city,” San Francisco's Chinatown covers five zip codes and boasts hundreds of shops and restaurants that reflect the culture and identity of the Asian community.
When it comes to nightlife, downtown San Francisco has it all. From pubs to martini bars to nightclubs, you can find something to suit every personality when it's time to kick back and unwind with friends after a long week of nine to five. Whether you are looking for quiet drinks and conversation to a night on the dance floor, there is something for everyone.
For more low key evenings, downtown San Francisco has a thriving arts scene with several theaters featuring plays and musicals, ballet, and symphony performances. The downtown area is also home to numerous art galleries. Luxury apartments in San Francisco reflect the class, taste and style of San Francisco, and a trip to a local art gallery can help you find those special pieces of artwork to decorate your home. From the discerning art collector to anyone looking to meet new people and mingle with some of San Francisco's finest, the First Thursday Art Walk each month offers open houses at San Francisco's most notable galleries.
Living in style also means eating in style. San Francisco was recently named one of America's best cities for foodies by Travel and Leisure Magazine. With 12 Michelin star rated restaurants in the city, San Francisco takes pride in its cuisine every meal of the day, from breakfast to dinner and snack times in between.
One of the most unique restaurants in San Francisco is Michael Mina's amazing RN74 restaurant, located at the base of the city's Millennium Tower building. This 60 story condo building is home to some of San Fran's best and brightest – and most famous – including none other than national football hero Joe Montana.
In downtown San Francisco, not only do you want to live and dine in style, but you will want to dress the part as well. The downtown area is home to some of the finest shopping in California. From department stores to designer shops to locally owned boutiques, the downtown shopping scene will keep you stepping out in style and ahead of the fashion curve. It is also home to
Wilkes Bashford, an amazing luxury department store.
With so much to see and do, San Francisco luxury condos will put you in the heart of it all with first class amenities and breathtaking views of a city that is truly like no other.