Step Into a 1919 California Bungalow Featuring a Large Eat-In Kitchen, Rebuilt Shared Deck and a Large Master Suite Near Golden Gate Park

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Mathew Abraham

Mathew Abraham, editor of Century Homes America, brings his passion for architectural history to explore the stories behind America’s most iconic homes.

Justin R. Sisco of Citi Brokers Real Estate, Inc.

This charming bungalow, located in San Francisco, showcases period details reflective of early 20th-century architecture. Built as part of the city’s historical residential fabric, it features a formal entrance with an enclosed porch, living room fireplace, and built-in buffet in the dining room. The home includes two spacious bedrooms and a versatile large upstairs bonus room. Recent renovations include a shared rebuilt deck and updates to the lower unit, which offers rental income potential. Priced at $1,099,000, the property is ideally situated near Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, and local amenities, making it a prime opportunity for investors or owner occupants.

Front Exterior and Garden

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A charming stone facade adorns the modest two-story house, surrounded by lush, well-maintained greenery. The tiled front steps lead to a small entrance porch framed by dense, sculpted evergreen shrubs. The pathway is bordered by a variety of potted plants and bushes, adding vibrant color and texture to the entry. The stone exterior contrasts with the neighboring homes, one modern with light paneling and the other featuring a vivid teal color. The overall aesthetic blends rustic stone charm with a cozy, garden-focused frontage that exudes warm, inviting curb appeal in an urban setting.

Street View of Houses

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Row of urban residential houses with distinct architectural styles and materials. The left house is a charming, vintage turquoise home featuring classic wood siding, a small front garden blooming with colorful flowers, and a curved gabled roof with decorative trim. Adjacent is a mid-century style residence clad in rough stone with lush greenery flanking its garage entrance, offering a natural, rustic aesthetic. On the right, a modern, clean-lined grey and white structure with large rectangular windows and contemporary stone detailing contrasts sharply with its older neighbors. The neighborhood showcases a blend of historic charm and modern updates, framed by surrounding densely packed apartment buildings.

Backyard and Roof Layout

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The image presents a top-down view of a residential property featuring three distinct roof styles: a flat roof with solar panels, a pitched roof with gray shingles, and a white flat roof. Below the roofs lies a backyard with multiple functional areas including a wooden deck with stairs leading to a lower paved patio space. The yard also contains a small garden bed surrounded by greenery and flowers, bordered by a privacy fence. A spiral metal staircase is visible near the lower roof, indicating external access. The overall layout emphasizes organized outdoor living with a blend of natural and constructed elements.

Beachside View

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Aerial view of a coastal neighborhood featuring rows of tightly packed residential buildings along a grid of streets. The homes display a mix of architectural styles with flat and pitched roofs, some painted in pastel shades. A sandy beach stretches along the coastline with the ocean extending into the horizon. A curving road hugs a prominent green hillside capped with mature trees. Cars parked along the streets and driveways add scale to the quiet urban setting. The area balances natural beauty with dense, classic American urban residential development adjacent to the beach.

Neighborhood Aerial View

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A densely developed urban area stretches across the frame, revealing a grid layout of streets lined with tightly packed residential buildings. Most structures have flat, white or light-colored roofs interspersed with pastel and muted tones on the facades. At left, a large green park with walking paths and scattered trees provides natural relief from the compact cityscape. The geography gently slopes upward toward the background, where the misty silhouette of hills and a distant prominent institutional or historic building stands. Wide roads with visible cars and buses reflect a well-connected neighborhood blending urban life with accessible green space.

Front Exterior and Garden

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A charming single-story house front features rustic stone cladding in earthy hues, blending natural textures with warm beige trim. The roofline is simple with minimal overhang, complementing the stonework. A driveway or walkway runs along the left side, leading to the backyard. Lush greenery dominates the front yard — a large manicured shrub partially hides the entrance, while a flowering bush with vibrant red blooms adds bright color. Various plants and succulents in stone-bordered beds enhance the garden’s natural feel. A small wooden bench beneath the flowering bush suggests a cozy outdoor resting spot.

Front Exterior Garden

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Stone facade highlights the home’s front with a large window framed by wooden beams under a slanted roof. Two tall, sculpted evergreen bushes flank the window, adding vertical symmetry. An attached garage sits below the window, painted dark for contrast. Rustic brick and stone edging outline the garden area along the sidewalk, which is filled with lush, diverse plantings including lavender, succulents, and yellow flowers in terracotta pots. A wooden bench sits beneath a pergola covered in thick, leafy vines with red blooms. The scene blends natural stonework and greenery, creating an inviting, cottage-like streetscape.

Backyard Patio with Deck

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A concrete backyard patio with visible cracks hosts a simple, natural wood table and two chairs, hinting at casual outdoor dining. The focal point is a large wooden deck and staircase structure, crafted from warm-toned wood, connecting the raised back door of the house to the patio. The deck’s railings consist of evenly spaced horizontal slats, offering a modern yet rustic vibe. Surrounding the scene are modest garden elements, including some greenery and potted plants that add subtle color and life. Neighboring homes painted in muted blues and beige complete the urban residential feel.

Outdoor Deck Seating

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Spacious wooden deck area partially covered by an upper deck’s beams with natural wood railings enclosing the space. A set of stairs leads to the upper level, framed by matching wooden slats. Two black woven outdoor armchairs and a glass-top coffee table sit on the deck, offering a cozy seating arrangement. Beyond the railing, a verdant hedge lines the wooden fence, providing greenery and privacy. Surrounding buildings in neutral and bold colors create an urban backdrop, while the clear blue sky suggests a bright, inviting atmosphere for outdoor relaxation.

Wooden Deck and Staircase

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A spacious wooden deck constructed with natural wood planks and horizontal slatted railings wraps around the seating area and the stairs. The stairs connect the upper deck to the lower garden level, allowing easy outdoor access. The deck is partially covered by an overhead wooden structure, providing shade and shelter. Black woven outdoor furniture, including two armchairs and a matching ottoman, sits neatly in one corner. The view extends to a fenced garden below, filled with greenery and surrounded by trees, while multi-story beige buildings and blue sky are visible beyond the fenced perimeter.

Entryway and Porch

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The entrance displays stone walls with large, irregularly shaped rocks creating a textured rustic appeal. A small set of peach-colored stairs leads up to a porch area, bordered by a low stone wall and metal handrail. A red wooden door with glass panels is open, revealing an interior shoe storage area with multiple shelves filled with shoes, and a cushioned bench beneath. Earthy tones dominate the scene, with the stone facade complemented by greenery and flowering bushes to one side, adding natural color and warmth to the welcoming exterior space.

Entryway Shoe Storage

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Natural wood framed door with multiple glass panels opens into a space that includes a matching wood-framed window painted soft green, creating a warm and welcoming entry. A bench with a cushioned gray seat rests beneath the window, offering a place to sit while removing shoes. Above and beside the bench, a set of wooden shelves hold a variety of shoes organized neatly across several levels. The walls are painted light yellow, complementing the terracotta tile floor. Practical storage bins below the bench and a mat help keep the area tidy and functional for everyday use in this inviting mudroom or entryway nook.

Living Room Fireplace Area

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A cozy living room corner with a vintage brick fireplace as the focal point, topped by a wooden mantel displaying assorted decorative items and art. Flanking the fireplace are built-in white shelves filled with books and small decor pieces. The light blue walls contrast softly with the warm wood paneling that runs halfway up, matching the hardwood floor’s rich golden tone. A large wooden-framed French door with multiple glass panes leads to an outdoor space, accompanied by a wooden bench adorned with numerous potted plants. Earthy tones and natural materials evoke a warm, inviting ambiance blending rustic and classic elements.

Living Room Fireplace

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Hardwood floors extend throughout this spacious living area with classic wooden trim and wainscoting along the walls, adding warmth and historic charm. A central brick fireplace is framed by a wooden mantle adorned with art, decorative glassware, and small plants, emphasizing a cozy, personalized touch. Built-in shelving flanks both sides of the fireplace, housing books and framed artwork. Natural light floods in through large wooden-framed French doors and windows leading to a porch or sunroom, where additional potted plants bring in greenery, blending nature with the indoor environment. Comfortable floor cushions add a casual, inviting feel.

Dining Room and Yoga Area

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Hardwood floors stretch across this gently divided space, where a solid wooden dining set with a bench and chairs sits beneath a trio of red pendant lights. Light blue walls complement the warm wood tones of the floors, door frames, and built-in cabinetry, which includes a glass-front storage unit that serves as a half wall. The far corner is organized with neatly stacked yoga mats, bolsters, and cushions, hinting at a multipurpose room that blends dining with wellness. A large mirror above a sideboard reflects natural light from windows, brightening the space.

Dining Room Details

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Natural wood tones dominate the flooring, furniture, and window trim, creating a warm, cohesive atmosphere. The light blue walls contrast gently with the wood, lending an airy, calming vibe. A solid wooden dining table with matching chairs anchors the room, positioned beneath a contemporary rectangular chandelier featuring four red lampshades. A large wooden sideboard topped with a wide mirror runs along one wall, reflecting light and adding depth. A small gray couch sits by the large window, covered with soft beige curtains. Decorative elements, including an ornamental sun and moon by the window and a colorful quilt draped over a corner table, add character and a touch of eclectic charm.

Breakfast Nook and Cabinetry

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A cozy breakfast nook bathed in natural light from three large windows with white shades dominates this corner. The walls below the windows are painted a warm mustard yellow, creating a cheerful atmosphere. A glass-top dining table with angled wooden legs is surrounded by modern blue upholstered chairs and one wooden chair for contrast. Along the left wall, built-in cabinetry combines bright turquoise lower cabinets with vintage white upper cabinets featuring glass doors, offering storage and display space. The wooden countertop adds warmth and rustic charm. A simple ceiling light fixture softly illuminates the room’s rich wood flooring and eclectic, inviting style.

Kitchen Corner

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The kitchen showcases a blend of vintage and contemporary elements with a bright skylight illuminating the space. Cabinets alternate between crisp white on the upper level and a bold turquoise on the lower, contrasted by a dark brown tile backsplash that adds texture and warmth. Stainless steel appliances, including a double-door refrigerator, modern oven, and dishwasher, complement the wood-toned floor with a rustic finish. A glass-top table with matching turquoise chairs sits in the foreground, contributing to the lively color palette. The adjoining doorway leads to a bathroom featuring classic white tiles and vintage star-patterned flooring.

Bathroom Vanity Area

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White square tiles cover the lower half of the walls, creating a clean and simple backdrop. Above the tiles, walls are painted a muted grayish beige. The vanity features a cream-colored countertop with a built-in sink, showing some wear consistent with age. A large framed mirror is flanked by dark wood open shelving, filled with toiletries and everyday items. A modern light fixture with three exposed bulbs sits above the mirror. The window above the toilet has frosted glass for privacy and is adorned with a white roller shade. Dark striped towels hang neatly, adding contrast and texture.

Hallway Laundry Nook

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A narrow hallway with polished wooden floors and warm, muted red walls featuring three framed artworks on one side. An area rug in deep charcoal gray adds texture and contrast against the wood flooring. The hallway opens to a set of dark wooden saloon-style swinging doors, which add a touch of rustic charm. A stacked white washer and dryer unit is conveniently tucked into a recessed nook, maximizing space efficiency. Light cream-colored trim along the baseboards and door frames frames the scene, while a modern, spherical pendant light hangs from the ceiling, blending classic and contemporary elements.

Living Room Entryway

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A transitional space between rooms painted in a deep blue hue contrasts with the burnt orange walls of the adjoining area, creating a warm yet bold color palette. A large black dresser with multiple drawers sits against the blue wall, topped with a rumpled lampshade casting soft light, and a small oval mirror with a sculpted, ornate frame adds decorative interest. The adjacent room features sheer curtains and a wooden coffee table on a concrete floor. A woven basket on the floor suggests utility and texture, while an intricately patterned area rug anchors the hardwood floor beneath, creating a cozy inviting feel.

Bedroom with Balcony Access

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Warm earthy tones dominate this cozy bedroom, with walls painted in muted brown and terracotta shades. A patterned bedspread in dark blues and greys contrasts with the neutral walls, while an assortment of pillows adds softness. Light wood flooring complements the warm color palette, partially covered by a colorful geometric rug with orange, green, and white accents. Sheer curtains tied in knots hang over a sliding glass door that leads to a small balcony, visible through which is a modern black wire chair. A bedside table with a ceramic lamp and a few books completes the inviting space. A framed art piece hangs on the terracotta wall, adding a personal touch to the room.

Bedroom Corner

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A section of the bedroom highlighted by a deep blue accent wall contrasts with the otherwise light-colored walls, creating a calming atmosphere. A large dark wooden dresser dominates one side, adorned with personal items, a decorative table lamp with a warm yellow shade, and a round wooden-framed mirror adding rustic charm. Two framed artworks are hung neatly on the blue wall. The space opens into an adjoining room through a white-trimmed doorway. A black ladder-style bookshelf holds books, papers, and small decor, while a patterned area rug with muted tones complements the warm wooden flooring.

Sitting Area with Passage

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The corner holding a mid-century modern blue chair contrasts softly with pale yellow walls, creating a cozy nook. Nearby, a black plastic storage bin with a bright yellow lid adds practical utility beside a lush green plant, its leaves sprawling towards the floor and wall-mounted lamp, which adds subtle ambient lighting. A textured cream rug anchors the immediate space, leading into the adjacent room. Through the wide opening, a casual living area is visible, featuring a cushioned daybed with patterned pillows and a purple throw. Light blue curtains frame the large window, richly enhancing the inviting, informal atmosphere.

Cozy Sitting Room

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Compact room painted in a soft cream color illuminated by natural light from two windows adorned with simple blue curtains. A gray upholstered daybed is covered with a lightly patterned quilt and layered with an assortment of large, geometric and floral throw pillows in muted tones, complemented by a folded purple throw. A colorful striped rug adds warmth and pattern to the dark wood floor. A flat-screen TV is mounted on a stand near the corner, with a pair of silver dumbbells placed beneath. Minimal wall decor includes framed artwork near the windows, creating a casual, inviting vibe.

Bedroom Sitting Area

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Exposed wooden beams and rich, warm wood paneling line the ceiling and walls, creating a rustic, cozy ambiance. Large windows stretch across one wall, allowing natural light to flood the space, framed by colorful sheer curtains in purple, turquoise, and green that add playful vibrancy. A deep blue upholstered armchair with scattered cushions provides a comfortable sitting spot. The floor is covered with light wood planks and a vintage-inspired blue and beige area rug. A small white bookshelf and bedside table with a patterned cloth enhance the casual, lived-in feel of this combined bedroom and lounging area.

Kitchen Entrance Area

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Warm, medium-toned wood cabinets and a matching counter with dark tile edging create a cozy kitchen space, complemented by square terracotta floor tiles. A white refrigerator covered with various magnets and papers stands near an open doorway leading to a brighter room with large windows. The white walls give a clean contrast to the wood. The corner near the door is decorated with small Christmas stockings, festive lights, and a skateboard leaning against the counter, adding a casual, lived-in feel. Practical items, like condiments and household objects, clutter the counter’s surface, enhancing the homey atmosphere.

Kitchen and Living Area

Justin R. Sisco of Citi Brokers Real Estate, Inc.

The space combines a small kitchen and living area characterized by an eclectic, lived-in feel. The kitchen has a tiled floor and wooden cabinets with a countertop covered in detailed tile work, alongside a white refrigerator adorned with magnets. Adjacent to the kitchen, the living area has dark, textured acoustic panels on the walls and ceiling, contrasting with light walls displaying a variety of colorful art pieces. Furnishings include a dark sofa, a glass side table with a candle, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a desk beneath a curtained window. The floor transitions from tiled in the kitchen to wood laminate in the living space, crafting a cozy, personalized environment with a mix of vintage and casual decor.

Living Room and Patio Access

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Light-toned wood flooring extends throughout this cozy living room, which connects to an outdoor wooden deck via large sliding glass doors framed by vertical blinds. Neutral beige and gray upholstered seating, including two swivel chairs and a plush sofa, surround a dark wood coffee table positioned on a geometric patterned rug. The walls are painted white and adorned with eclectic framed artwork and a small decorative mirror. A multi-level cat tree and hanging greenery add character and warmth. Natural light filters through sheer curtains, softening the space and enhancing the inviting atmosphere.

Cozy Fireplace Nook

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A black cast-iron wood stove sits against a rustic exposed brick wall with a diagonal wood-paneled accent to the right. The hearth is made of brick with a rough, functional texture. Next to the stove, a wooden bookshelf holds various decorative items and books, topped with a potted plant and trailing vine. On the light gray-toned hardwood floor, a small playhouse and cat scratcher add a personal, homey touch. To the right, large sliding glass doors with vertical blinds open to an outdoor wooden deck and staircase, allowing natural light to flood the space and connecting indoors to outdoors with warmth and charm.

Living Room with Music Nook

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Wooden plank flooring sets a warm tone beneath a cozy living area accented with deep blue and pink cushions over a dark blue sofa. A smaller gray loveseat is covered with a dark throw, complementing the blue patterned rug. Black acoustic foam panels cover the walls and ceilings, designed for soundproofing. A large tapestry featuring a moon and a starry sky, along with a black-and-white geometric tapestry behind a keyboard and stool, adds artistic, celestial motifs. Partitioned by beaded curtains, the space suggests a creative dual-function area combining relaxation, music practice, and casual lounging.

Listing Agent: Justin R. Sisco of Citi Brokers Real Estate, Inc. via Zillow 

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