C. A. Belden House

The C. A. Belden House on Gough Street is recognized for its pure Queen Anne style, an architectural form that fills the three-story structure with steep gables and twin corner turrets topped by conical roofs. Unlike many Victorian-era buildings in San Francisco that blend various decorative influences, this house remains a distinct example of the style's exuberance. Its facade features fish-scale shingles on the lower level and intricate carvings, including sunburst designs and a panel displaying a grinning mythological beast beneath an arched window.