49 Central Avenue

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Old Town Sausalito | Architect Charles Finney Some homes are built on a hillside. Others are thoughtfully positioned to capture something truly extraordinary. Discreetly nestled in the hills of coveted Old Town Sausalito, this meticulously updated and maintained mid-century contemporary residence was designed by architect Charles Finney for his own family in the early 1960s. Its remarkable placement was no accident. Finney deliberately chose this elevated setting to embrace an extraordinary, nearly 180-degree panorama of San Francisco's iconic skyline and the shimmering Bay, creating a rare and intimate connection to one of the world's most beautiful cityscapes. Rather than compromising the home's placement for conventional street-level access, the architect embraced the hillside's exceptional vantage point. Approached by a hillside stairway, the approximately 2,100-square-foot residence rewards the ascent with a sense of peaceful retreat, privacy enhanced by established trees, and breathtaking views from nearly every room. Yet this hillside haven remains within walking distance of Old Town's beloved corner store and neighborhood amenities. Understated yet undeniably chic, the home's timeless architectural simplicity is complemented by a sophisticated neutral palette, artful lighting, and light-filled, open-concept interiors of exceptional scale. Soaring vaulted beamed ceilings and expansive bay windows create a dramatic sense of volume in the living room, where a raised-hearth stone fireplace provides a striking focal point. Sculptural pendant lighting lends an artistic elegance to the dining room, distinguished by original Edith Heath tile floors. The adjoining open kitchen, appointed with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, is equally suited to intimate gatherings and gracious entertaining. Thoughtfully integrated art display spaces and a study with custom built-ins further express the home's refined simplicity and attention to detail. Three lower-level bedrooms include a fire-lit primary suite with captivating Bay views, a private view deck, and an en-suite bath featuring a soaking tub, separate shower, and custom dual-sink bamboo vanity. Seamlessly connecting indoors and out, folding glass doors open to a spacious, level patio ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. Multiple view decks and terraces embrace the spectacular panorama, while an upper brick-paved seating area, raised garden beds w/ oak-studded hillside.

Days on Market

1 day

Current Status

Active

Original Price

List Price

$2,995,000

On Market Date

Oct 23, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Area

Sausalito

Zip Code

94965

MLS ID

326089314

APN

06520108

Year Built

1959

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

BAREIS

Origin MLS System

Bed

3

Bath

2.5 (2/1)

Parking

1

Covered

SQ FT

2,106

SQ FT Source

Architect

Lot SQ FT

7,248.0

Lot Acres

0.1664 Acres

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Standard

Heating

Central, Gas

Laundry

Laundry Closet, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included

Main Level

Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s)

Views

Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridge(s), City, City Lights, Downtown, Hills, San Francisco

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Partial

Fee

$0

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