The iconic neo-classical Mediterranean home featured in Disney's 2001 movie, "The Princess Diaries," has undergone a significant price cut. Initially listed for $8.9 million, the historic property—located at 2601 Lyon St. in San Francisco—is now priced at $6.5 million, as reported by the SF Chronicle.
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Located near Pacific Heights, this century-old estate encompasses 4,554 square feet and features breathtaking views of the bay, city skyline, and the nearby Presidio's verdant landscape. Architect August Headman designed the building in 1923, and it has since become a notable tourist attraction due to its appearance in the popular film.
Whilst the exterior of the fictional Grove High School was filmed at 2601 Lyon St., various Los Angeles locations were used for interior shots and scenes of the school's grounds. The movie also showcased other San Francisco landmarks, including the old Musee Mecanique at the Cliff House, Baker Beach, and the intersection of Taylor Street and Broadway, which was featured in the 1968 action film, "Bullitt."
The Redfin listing reveals that the 12-room villa consists of a number of spacious public rooms, four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, an office, a media room, an elevator, several balconies, and a rooftop garden, it also includes a one-car garage. The lower level houses a gym, additional office space, and storage, accessed via a separate entrance.
Modernity has been expertly melded with the property's original architectural details by the current owners. The architectural design's artistic blend of neo-classical Mediterranean styles alongside modern amenities provides a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. The property's glamour is further heightened by its real and reel life significance, marking it as one of San Francisco's most cherished homes.
The film, based on Meg Cabot's novel, revolves around 15-year-old Mia Thermopolis, a private-school outcast played by Anne Hathaway. Mia's relationship with her regal grandmother, Queen Clarisse, brought to life by Julie Andrews, forms the backbone of the story. The movie’s popularity has internationally highlighted the home at 2601 Lyon St. and other notable locations across San Francisco.
Steve Mavromihalis and John Fitzgerald, the property's listing agents from Compass, believe the house's allure is furthered by the spectacular views it affords potential buyers. Positioned where Pacific Heights meets Cow Hollow, at the eastern edge of the Presidio Wall, the property offers panoramic vistas of the bay and city. Accompanied by the aforesaid amenities and classic appeal, the incoming residents will appreciate the property's historical significance and charming uniqueness.
