Chestnut Place

After 3 years, I'm pleased to say that this is one of the greatest homes I've ever known. The manager is - in fact - not the horrible ogre that the other reviewer claims, but personal gripes like that are common and understandable. I find him to be accommodating and thoughtful, personal quirks notwithstanding. Beautiful corner units and a fabulous location are compromised by its proximity to touristy Lombard Street's famous section, and the throng of addle-brained tourists that make a point of gawking at its switchbacks. 900 Chestnut's massive oak entry door, it's imposing bronze address plaque, and it's understated neo-classical Spanish Mission lobby make this a wonderful home. Pros: Proximity to North Beach and Russian Hill, great street parking, corner units Cons: Tourists, tourists, tourists more

Very nice apartments - hardwood floors, working fireplaces in every apartment, some apartments with views, inside parking, wonderful location. But, there is a horrible manager who has been there forever (20 years?). He is very controlling. He will enter your apartment without notice. He is never around when you need him. He allows workmen to leave your apartment unlocked because he doesn't monitor their work. Pros: Beautiful, location, elevator, some views, fireplace Cons: floors can be very noisy, horrible manager more