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"Getty Oil" Heir William P. Getty Lists San Francisco Home for $15.99 Million

William P. Getty, grandson of oil magnate Jean Paul Getty, has reportedly listed his home in San Francisco for $15.99 million.

The Realtor Blog broke the news of the listing claiming that the large mansion is being represented by Neal A. Ward of McGuire Real Estate.

Listing records of the home state that the mansion spans an area of 8,675 square feet and comprises of four bedrooms and seven bathrooms.

Located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood, the residence was built in 1912 and underwent renovations to stand in its current glory.

Interiors of the house feature light hardwood and tiled flooring, high vaulted ceilings and a mix of large glass and French windows. The spacious rooms provide easy indoor-outdoor access. There are carved wooden pillars around the house, which give it a sophisticated charm.

A formal foyer opens into a gallery that has a sweeping marble staircase that leads up to the upper level. The main level has a living room, a formal dining area, a sitting area, a modern kitchen with a breakfast bar. The upper level has a master bedroom and an office. There are balconies that offer panoramic views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Outside, the home has a cozy garden and a four-car parking garage.

The listing describes the place as "Magnificent Golden Gate Bridge panoramic view home located on one of the most desirable streets in Pacific Heights."

Check out the photos of the house here.

William is a prominent lawyer activist in San Francisco. His father, Gordon Peter Getty, was J. Paul Getty's fourth son.

Jean Paul Getty founded the Getty Oil empire. He was one of the richest men of his time with Fortune Magazine calling him "The Richest Living America" in 1957. He was also named the richest private citizen of the world in 1966 and was worth $1.2 billion at that time.


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