1750 Taylor #205

$3,995,000

As one of San Francisco’s most elegant residences, this fabulous panoramic view apartment has been completely renovated. The dramatic foyer, a hexagonal room of floor to ceiling onyx from Italy, is set in bookmark fashion with fiber optic lighting illuminating the elaborate patterns, while concealing the splendor of the rooms beyond. The parquet floors are a combination of Brushbox wood inlaid in parquet style with Jasper stone and faux painted Jasper interspersed.

Perfect for entertaining or a cozy evening at home, the public rooms, comprising the living room with adjacent alcove and library, all enjoy magnificent eye-level views of the Bay including Alcatraz, Coit Tower, the Bay Bridge and downtown. Located on the northeast corner, the spacious living room has a beautiful antique fireplace. The nearby dining area framed in elaborate jaiper, inspired by an antique stone version, is the perfect spot to watch the ever-changing scenery from sunrise to the romantic glow of the night lights of North Beach.

Mahogany bookcases line the library and open to reveal a wet-bar. Ultra suede walls and a beautiful antique fireplace add to the warmth of this room.

A 19th Century black and gilded nine panel Chinese screen serves as the elegant background for the entry to the powder room. These beautiful panels are framed in antique mirrors and gold frames.

The spacious master bedroom features a custom built-in day bed. The dressing room, surrounded by custom closets, has a large center island dresser. Venetian plaster walls line the sumptuous master bath with Rodnite stall shower, soaking tub and vanity area.

Overlooking the park, the large media room with entertainment center has surround sound, a large flat-screen television and built-in electronic equipment. The adjacent kitchen features beautiful marble countertops and maple cabinets.

The apartment features quality finishes including Brushbox wood floors from Australia, double-paned windows, radiant heating system in the floor, a lutron lighting system, two sound systems located on either side of the apartment with individual speakers and controls in every room.

A separate private laundry room is on the same floor. Two individual parking spaces and storage spaces are deeded to the property.

The Royal Towers, a premier full-service cooperative apartment building is located adjacent to Ina Coolbrith Park at the top of Russian Hill. Amenities include 24 hour doormen, resident manager, fitness center with sauna, outdoor heated swimming pool. A panoramic view Terrace Room with adjacent catering kitchen offers shareholders a venue for private events. In addition to two passenger elevators there is a service elevator. This pet-friendly building has a private dog-run.

HOA dues of $2301.42 per month and $726.24 in monthly reserves include the above services, water, garbage and building insurance. The exterior painting and refurbishing project is scheduled for completion in September 2010.