About This Home
$7,950 deposit,
Available Oct 2
Experience elevated city living at 201 Sansome Street, #602—an exceptional 2-bedroom, 2-bath corner residence in The Royal, a registered San Francisco landmark and true architectural masterpiece in the heart of the Financial District. Rich in character and history, the building offers a distinctive living experience that blends classic design with modern sophistication.
This beautifully updated home enjoys Brazilian cherry wood flooring and is bathed in natural light, with expansive windows facing both Sansome and Pine Street that frame dynamic city views and create an airy, sophisticated ambiance throughout. The residence has been thoughtfully renovated with designer finishes, seamlessly marrying contemporary style with the building's timeless architectural charm.
The open floor plan provides an inviting space for both relaxing and entertaining, anchored by a sleek, updated kitchen quartz countertops (Calacutta stone) installed with a waterfall edge, refined cabinetry, and premium surfaces. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with the primary suite offering a peaceful retreat complete with a beautifully appointed en-suite bath. The second bedroom is ideal for guests, a home office, or flexible living.
Residents of The Royal enjoy a thoughtfully curated set of amenities, including a beautiful rooftop garden with sweeping city outlooks—perfect for relaxing or entertaining—along with a large dedicated storage, a secure package room, and convenient bicycle parking. Leased parking is also readily available in nearby secure garages, offering added flexibility for those with vehicles.
Set within a professionally managed building, this home places you just steps from premier dining, coffee shops, shopping, and major transit options, with the Embarcadero, Chinatown, North Beach, Union Square, Montgomery Station and key commuter routes moments away.
A rare opportunity to lease a designer corner unit in one of San Francisco's most iconic and well-located buildings with exceptional walkability being close to major tech and finance offices.
“The Royal,” originally built in 1907 as the Royal Insurance Building, stands as one of San Francisco's most architecturally rich and historically significant landmarks, designated as Landmark #160. Designed by renowned architects Howells & Stokes, the building exemplifies Georgian Revival elegance with its ornate façade of marble, brick, and terra cotta, along with iconic details such as the lion-and-unicorn clock above the entry—symbols reflecting its British heritage. Constructed in the aftermath of the 1906 earthquake, it is considered one of the city's earliest surviving post-earthquake commercial buildings, embodying both resilience and craftsmanship. In the early 2000s, this former office building was thoughtfully transformed into an exclusive collection of luxury condominiums, preserving its historic lobby, façade, and European-imported materials while introducing modern interiors—creating a rare blend of old-world grandeur and contemporary living in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District.
201 Sansome St is a townhome located in San Francisco County and the 94104 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Francisco Unified School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
