A historic duplex at 3234-3236 Clay St. in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood with a massive English-style garden, glass conservatory and rooftop terrace hits the market for the first time in 40 years, for $4.7 million.

Wandering the grounds of the double lot afforded to 3234-3236 Clay St. in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood, it would be easy to think you’d somehow traveled to England. You’d also be hard-pressed to know what year you landed in, so timeless are the home’s expansive garden, stone fountains and glass conservatory. Together with the duplex itself, built circa 1910, this historic property is for sale now for the first time in 40 years, asking $4.695 million. 

A historic duplex at 3234-3236 Clay St. in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood with a massive English-style garden, glass conservatory and rooftop terrace hits the market for the first time in 40 years, for $4.7 million.

The duplex, with its buttery rose exterior and cream wood trim, offers a preserved example of Edwardian architecture. From the Juliet balconies in front to the wainscotting, crown molding and original hardwood floors inside, the building is true to its turn-of-the century vintage. Over the years, owners have added their personal signature touches as well, though. “The penthouse suite above was built in 1928,” listing agent Michael Bellings of Compass, who is representing the property together with his brother Aaron Bellings, told SFGATE in an email. In addition, both units feature renovated kitchens and updated bathrooms. 

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A historic duplex at 3234-3236 Clay St. in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood with a massive English-style garden, glass conservatory and rooftop terrace hits the market for the first time in 40 years, for $4.7 million.

A historic duplex at 3234-3236 Clay St. in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood with a massive English-style garden, glass conservatory and rooftop terrace hits the market for the first time in........

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