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Classicist seeks winter quarter home near daughter and grandkids
Tenant Looking for a Home in San Francisco, CA, United States
Monthly Budget:
Maximum USD $7000
Looking for an Entire Home
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Willing to Housesit
Tenant Timing:
From December 16, 2026 until February 24, 2027
Description
We hope to find a winter quarter home near our daughter and her family, preferable in or near Glen Park, St Mary’s or Bernal Heights. Chris is a senior faculty member in the department of Classics at the University of Chicago. Susan a retired former university fundraising professional. Our dream home will provide enough space for Chris to continue his scholarly work, for Susan to continue her retirement hobby of quilting, and with a well-equipped kitchens and ideally some outdoor space so they can enjoy the benefits of a winter on the west coast—rather than in chilly Chicago.
Tenant Timing
From December 16, 2026 until February 24, 2027
Estimated Duration
2 Months | My dates are flexible
Desired Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Closest University
City College of San Francisco
Nearby Universities
University of California, San Francisco | Stanford University
Comments: Glen Park, Bernal Heights
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Surroundings
- Near Park
- Near Shops
- Near Public Transportation
Tenant Budget and Terms
Maximum USD $7000 Monthly
I am fine with utilities included or not included
I am fine with or without a cleaning service
Comments: Prefer 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath if possible. Quiet neighborhood near good public transportation.
Considerations
I prefer smoking not allowed in the home
I would like a car if possible
Comments: We have grandchildren, 5 and 7, who may visit from time to time, but will not live with us.
House Sitting
I am willing to housesit
Yes, I can help with mail and deliveries
Yes, I can help with plants or garden
Features
Interior
Furnished
Connectivity
High Speed Internet
Wi-Fi
Appliances
Oven
Stove
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Washer
Dryer
Tenant Details
Who's Coming?
Party of
4
2
Adults
Member Background
Languages
English
About Me
I am a professor in the Classics Department at the University of Chicago. My wife and I travel extensively, with particular favorites in Greece, Italy, Spain and the UK. Nowadays we want to spend the winter quarter near our daughter and her family in San Francisco. We would love to find a 2 bedroom apartment near Glen Park/Bernal Heights from mid-December to late February.
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Listing Owner
Member Since 2011
Comments: We have more flexibility on departure date in late February. We would like to be able to arrive in mid-December in advance of the Christmas holiday.