Verdier Mansion Offers Six Levels of Architectural Distinction, With Elevator Relief

At an asking price of 25,000,000, the Russian Hill residence gives everyday living a substantial ceremonial route.

The Verdier Mansion at 1001 Vallejo offers 9,545 square feet across six elevator-served levels, giving “gracious everyday living” considerable vertical scope. Designed in 1906 by architect Houghton Sawyer, the residence sits within Russian Hill’s historic Summit enclave. The asking price is 25,000,000. At this altitude of property prose, a home does not merely have rooms; it introduces them.

A limestone reception room begins the introductions, followed by a grand stair hall and what the listing calls “one of San Francisco’s most magnificent living rooms.” Nearly 16-foot ceilings, raised-panel woodwork, and views encompassing Coit Tower, the Bay Bridge, and the downtown skyline supply the particulars. The adjoining dining room contributes an elaborately carved and gilded ceiling. Dinner has not been served, but its credentials have been established.

There is also a spacious modern kitchen, adjoining family rooms, view terraces, gardens, and a mezzanine library. These might ordinarily support the case without further assistance. Instead, the description proceeds to a temperature-controlled wine cellar and an approximately 91-foot-long garage before declaring the residence “truly irreplaceable.” The elevator connects all six levels; the superlatives appear to travel independently.