A historic San Francisco estate, long owned by pioneering Silicon Valley venture capitalist C. Richard (Dick) Kramlich and his wife Pamela, has been listed for sale in the exclusive Presidio Heights neighborhood. Priced at $19.5 million, the listing is represented by Neal Ward of Compass.
The couple acquired the property in the early 1980s for $1.6 million. The Tudor-style residence was originally constructed in the late 1920s by renowned Bay Area architect Albert Farr for engineer Leland Rosener. Not only did Rosener contribute to the construction of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, but he also played a significant role in the design of the home. Some of the original features from his time at the property include a pneumatic vacuum system and a window perch where he would use a telescope to monitor the progress of the bridge’s construction.
Located behind tall iron gates on the southwest corner of the 3600 block of Washington Street, the four-story limestone and brick home is set within a tranquil courtyard, featuring a fountain and an exercise pool. Inside, the residence offers over 10,000 square feet of living space, accessible via an elevator. The interior is characterized by a blend of stone and herringbone-patterned floors, leaded glass windows, and ceilings with intricate wood beams and plaster relief detailing. The home also offers views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
The main level is highlighted by an entrance gallery that leads to a spacious living room, which centers around a grand stone fireplace surrounded by coffered wood paneling. The formal dining room is adjacent to a gourmet kitchen equipped with a center island, premium stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Additionally, a casual family dining area opens through floor-to-ceiling glass and steel-framed French doors to an outdoor entertaining patio, complete with a fireplace to enjoy cool evenings.
Dick Kramlich, co-founder of New Enterprise Associates and Green Bay Ventures, is known for his career beginning in 1969 as a general partner at Arthur Rock & Company. He later made his mark as the first outside investor in Apple and has helped numerous startups achieve valuations over $1 billion. The Kramlichs are also renowned art collectors, having established the Kramlich Collection, one of the largest media-based art collections in the world, housed primarily in their Herzog & de Meuron-designed residence/gallery in Napa Valley. The couple also owns a vacation home in the Windsor enclave of Vero Beach, Florida.
Additional features of the property include a guest apartment, which offers its own kitchenette, bathroom, and deck. The luxurious primary suite boasts a fireplace, a seating area, a bar nook, a spacious dressing room, and a high-end bathroom. The top floor of the home includes a family room and den that have been converted into a dedicated office space, while the lower level is a true entertainment hub. The basement features a recreation/media room with a stage, a bar, and a wine cellar, as well as a catering kitchen, a children’s study area, a gym, and a two-car garage.
This remarkable property offers a blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury, with abundant space and amenities to suit both private family living and grand entertaining.
