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LuxeChatter: From Firehouse to Modern Masterpiece

Letters and numbers featured prominently on the façade of an exceptional San Francisco luxury home mark what the property once was – “Chemical Engine No 44”. Chemical Engine House 44 was originally constructed in 1909 and operated as a San Francisco firehouse for 50 years.

A recent renovation has transformed the historic building into a unique 4-level residence that, while thoroughly fresh and contemporary, remains connected to its past. The home features the original copper doors, original spiral staircase and several period touches among the modern design and amenities that include a wine cellar and tasting room, family room with wall of glass, gourmet “loft” kitchen and much more.

The truly remarkable property is currently listed at $4,250,000 by Luxury Portfolio member Paragon Real Estate Group.

Golden Oak at Walt Disney World® Resort Added to Luxury Portfolio Development Collection

Golden Oak at Walt Disney World® Resort offers residents a private haven full of luxurious amenities near all of the excitement of the world’s largest and most visited recreational resort. The community was recently added to the Luxury Portfolio Development Collection and features custom homes to be built by carefully selected, expert custom homebuilders. Priority reservations are being taken until January 21.

We’re thrilled to have Golden Oak at Walt Disney World® Resort as part of the Luxury Portfolio Development Collection!

LuxeChatter: Significant Luxury Portfolio Listings for November

Three amazing Hawaii luxury properties are among the top luxury listings added to LuxuryPortfolio.com in November, along with properties from several regions of the United States and three European countries. Top reported closings for the month also include diverse luxury listings, from a 1924 San Francisco Mediterranean home to a brand new luxury penthouse in Chicago and much more. Click on the listing information for more details and photos of these extraordinary luxury properties.

 

Significant New Listings 

$32.5M – Honolulu, HI
Choi International

$18M – Great Neck, NY
LAFFEY FINE HOMES

$17.75M – Vail, CO
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate

$16.95M – Honolulu, HI
Choi International

$15M – Saratoga, CA
Alain Pinel Realtors

$14M – Kailua, HI
Choi International

$13.638M – Medina, WA
John L. Scott Real Estate

Price on Req. – Marbella Golden Mile, ES
Diana Morales Properties

Price on Req. – Estoril, PT
IRG International Realty Group

Price on Req. – Costa Smeralda, IT
Immobilsarda SRL

Significant Closings (Reported) *

$16.75M – Greenwich, CT
Greenwich Fine Properties

$8.9M – Beaver Creek, CO
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate

$6.995M – Cordillera, CO
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate

$6.995M – Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Willis Allen Real Estate

$6.6M – Darien, CT
Halstead Property, LLC

C $5.198M – Vancouver, BC
Macdonald Realty Group

$4.995M – Chatham, MA
Robert Paul Properties

$4.75M – Vail, CO
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate

$4.595M – San Francisco, CA
McGuire Real Estate

$3.95M – Chicago, IL
Baird & Warner


*Price shown is last listed price.

Holiday Gift Ideas from Luxury Portfolio

The latest edition of the LuxeTrends® newsletter embraces the spirit of the season and provides a variety of gift ideas for holiday shoppers. Our favorite choices balance sophistication with value, including selections for Apple device lovers, travelers, foodies, hosts, and much more.

Take a look at the 2010 holiday gift guide to see all of our suggestions and get inspired to complete your shopping list.