$1,298,000

159 Central Ave San Francisco, CA 94117

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,660 sqft
0.05 acres
$782 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 159 Central Ave

Step into this timeless and elegant San Francisco Victorian condo, beautifully restored with period ornamentation, high ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout. Situated on the top floor of a three-unit building, it is an exceptionally spacious flat featuring three bedrooms, a bathroom, an eat-in kitchen, a large front living room, a formal dining room, and library accessing a massive attic spanning the entire floor-plan with high ceilings and great expansion potential. The primary bedroom is adorned with a stunning mural by the owner and noted artist. The large gorgeous formal dining room, adjacent to the kitchen, has a built-in cabinet, and ample space for a cozy sitting area. The front living room and dining room have carved column decorative fireplaces with iron freestanding gas stoves. Located in a prime Upper Haight location between Buena Vista Park and the Panhandle, this wonderful property is in a charming and quiet neighborhood of Victorian and Edwardian architecture. This home is a short walking distance to transportation, with the restaurants, local shops, and quality grocers of the historic and vibrant Haight-Ashbury just around the corner. This gorgeous flat with great attic potential offers quintessential San Francisco for you to call home!

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingFireplace(s)
StatusActive
Size1,660 sqft
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #425028440
FireplaceDecorative

Summary

  • MLS Number: 425028440
  • MLS Name: San Francisco
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (415) 738-7000
  • Listing Agent: Terry Wright, Christopher S Stafford

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$263,530$3,287
2023$258,364$3,196
2022$253,299$3,125
2021$248,333$3,073
2020$245,787$2,980
2019$240,969$2,885
2018$236,245$2,885
2017$231,614$2,782

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Chinese Immersion School at Deavila

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

1250 Waller St

7

New Traditions Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

2049 Grove St

7

McKinley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1025 14th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $71,482. Typical income of San Francisco, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

24%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

73%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
42%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 159 Central Ave

This home is located at 159 Central Ave in San Francisco, CA and zip code 94117 in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. This 1,660 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,298,000.

Over 210 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in San Francisco, CA. In the same period over 108 listings were sold below the listed price and 29 listings were sold for the listed price. In March 2025 in San Francisco, CA there were 4.9% more homes for sale than in February. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 35 days, the median list price was $1,450,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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