Book Concern Building

I’ve lived here for about two years and I love it. As central as it gets. Super functional micro units. It’s not for everyone – but it is perfect for me – and all the tenants/​owners I’ve talked to. Lots of restaurants nearby. A quick walk to downtown and Hayes Valley. Bart/​Muni outside the door. I’m excited about the transformation of the hotel next door – sounds like it will be pretty swanky. If you like city living, you’d most likely be very happy here.

Definitely not the best area being so close to TL but at least its NOT IN TL. Lol. The building suits my needs and so does the rent here. No need to lug my laundry anywhere but downstairs. On the outside, it has kind of a gritty feel but with a lot of that San Fran character. On the Inside, it has a city feel with the lofty modern touches. Getting air on the roof without having to go out front is cool when you don’t want to deal with people walking by. Only like 5 years old the place is pretty new compared to all other places I’ve seen. (well the façade of building is old bc it’s some historical building) All in all, its a decent place. I love my little loft. Plus, I do like that it has some amenities which beats my last 2 studios. (I’ve always intended to use the excercise room downstairs but still haven’t. Lol.)

Best to think of this building as being on a beautiful little island in the tenderloin.
Between the Thai place across the street, the french café with outdoor dining downstairs, a gym, rooftop deck, laundry, and Muni around the corner, its not a bad island to be stuck on. Except that you are not stuck– you are walking distance from the Westfield Mall, Farmers Market, and all the nightlife everyone else has to take a cab to reach.
Also, I think the neighborhood has improved a bit since the other reviews were written in 2008 and should get even better now that Twitter is moving in down the street.

the modern architecture is warm and innovative, the location perfect for car-​free living and most of all, the owners who live there are very involved in caring for and improving the building and the surrounding community. while it may not be for people who still believe a family of four needs 4000 square feet, a water guzzling lawn and a stable of automobiles, this is the future of city living. it’s relatively affordable so those who live there are truly grateful for the opportunity to own in SF and in a neighborhood that they enjoy and is changing each day.

Great location near Bart and Muni. I can walk downtown and my coffee is still pipping hot when I get to my office! Neighborhood is changing but still needs work.

Hmm, the other reviews are just a little weak. Some might say they were added just to bring the star rating up by the law of averages. The building, on average, still stinks (oh yeah, like urine, check it out sometime).