Apartment Porn: It's all about plush common spaces and rooftop views in Dogpatch
05 March 2018
Let's be real. Most of us aren't going to be able to buy a house in San Francisco anytime soon. But that doesn't mean you have to live in a shoebox.
A recent study showed that you'll need to be bringing in a minimum of $179,390 to afford a $895,000 home in the city. To get a house that you'll actually want to live in and within city limits (where the average price sits just over $1 million), you're going to need a salary of $290,630. Not raking in the dough? Don't fret. Renters can still still score some posh digs—without having to worry about roofing issues, HOA, or mowing the lawn. Enter The Martin, a boutique apartment community in artsy Dogpatch that began leasing in December 2017.
Situated on the re-purposed grounds of the Martin Shipping Company and with super easy access to the light rail, The Martin's 92 sparkly rentals have all the trappings you'd expect from a luxe new complex in SF, even if you can only afford the sub-500-square-foot studio ($3,015/month and up). Yes, the apartments have that modern-minimalist-packaged vibe you'll find everywhere else in town—white walls, light-hued wood, stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry—but private balconies promise great views of the bay and common spaces include pretty nooks for work or reading; a sunny rooftop with barbecues and lounge-y seating; and a gym. Plus, they're pet friendly.
After just a few months, The Martin is 50 percent full, with one-bedroom ($3,670/677 sq. ft.) and two-bedroom (starting at $4,805/1,000sf) spaces also still available. This is the price of adulting in the city.
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A bit of maritime-chic color and pattern keep the hallways from feeling dark or drab.
▲A living room is filled with natural light, while a bold crimson wall adds a pop of color in the bedroom.
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Kitchens have clean lines, stainless steel appliances, and alabaster countertops.
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The larger apartments have a slightly different layout with more living space.
▲Some bedrooms even have options for colorful, patterned accent walls.
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You'll no longer have to lament the closing of Brainwash if you have your own washer and dryer.
▲Sliding doors separate the bedroom from the living room.
▲All the apartments have open floor plans, but half walls and an eat-in breakfast counter make the spaces feel like they have dedicated spaces for lounging, cooking, and eating.
▲Hotel-style closets have built-in organization.
▲Spacious bathrooms pick up the same neutral color palette and materials of the kitchen.
▲Take in views of the city from your private balcony.
▲Common areas to work, read, or chill.
▲Hang in the lounge and watch some TV, or perhaps make some friends in the building.
▲The roof is a perfect place to sunbathe.
▲There's even a dedicated place for your fur baby to relax and romp.
▲Get to grilling when the weather's nice and hang with your buds on the rooftop.
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Further lounging options on the roof.
▲Get your fitness on in the gym.
▲Slay fitness goals with all the tools you need from resistance bands to free weights.
▲// The Martin, 2051 3rd St. (Dogpatch), themartinsf.com
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