$1,599,000

259 Upper Ter San Francisco, CA 94117

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
4 full
2,404 sqft
0.04 acres
$665 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 259 Upper Ter

Atop Mount Olympus, the geographical center of San Francisco, Upper Terrace is a quiet street with no outlet. Conveniently located with a 13 min walk to Cole Valley, The Castro and The Haight, its a convenient 2 blocks to Buena Vista Park, Randall Museum and the dog park at Corona Heights. Sweeping views from downtown San Francisco to the San Mateo Bridge, the Bay, Mt Diablo and Twin Peaks. Numerous nearby options for public transportation (37 bus and 33 bus). The best reason for owning and living at 259?: You get all of the above and a beautiful penthouse apartment with a 2 car side-by-side garage space that includes a subsidy of $6,100 per month in the form of rental income. Cant beat that.

Highlights

Home typeQuadruplex
HeatingCentral, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size2,404 sqft
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1955
ParkingAttached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
MLS #425039305
Attached garage2 spaces
ViewBay, City, Downtown

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Concrete, Tile, Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
  • View: Bay, City, Downtown
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
  • List Price: $1,599,000
  • Price/SqFt: $665
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $14,713
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Sidewalk
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Stories: 4
  • Living Area: 2,404 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: 425039305
  • MLS Name: San Francisco
  • Office Name: Proof Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (415) 989-8884
  • Listing Agent: Craig Ackerman

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259 Upper Ter, San Francisco, CA 94117 - unfurnished living room with beam ceiling, wood finished floors, and a tile fireplace

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259 Upper Ter

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 14, 1998
Home Sold
$729,000
Sep 07, 1988
Home Sold
$525,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,141,195$14,713
2022$1,096,882$14,039
2021$1,075,376$13,795
2020$1,064,350$13,598
2019$1,043,482$13,139
2018$1,023,022$13,139
2017$1,002,963$12,469

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Grattan Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

165 Grattan St

9

Chinese Immersion School at Deavila

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1250 Waller St

6

Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academic Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

4235 19th 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 $132,031. The most common annual income of people living in San Francisco, CA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

6%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
32%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

71%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

5%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
58%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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This home is located at 259 Upper Ter in San Francisco, CA and zip code 94117 in the Central neighborhood. This 2,404 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,599,000.

In April 2025 more than 215 listings in San Francisco, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 44 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 110 were sold below. In April 2025 in San Francisco, CA there were 0.5% less homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $1,456,340, while the average time on the real estate market was 35 days.

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

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