1651-1655 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117, San Francisco, 94117 - 12 bed, 3 bath

1651-1655 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117 home-pic-0

1651-1655 Oak Street

San Francisco, CA 94117

ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
12Beds
3Baths
5,941Sq Ft
3,436.88Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$2,500,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 1651-1655 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117 is currently available with a list price of $2,500,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the San Francisco Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Good
TeardownExcellent

Property is move-in ready.

The property is move-in ready and has undergone significant capital improvements, including a full seismic upgrade, foundation replacement, and a new roof installed in 2025. While the building dates to 1907, the interior has been remodeled to support a high-occupancy master lease structure, and the fire-life-safety systems are updated. It is well-maintained with no immediate major repairs required, though the high bedroom-to-bathroom ratio reflects a specific functional utility rather than a modern luxury renovation.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Great Schools

    Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).

  • Passive Investment Structure

    The property operates under a master lease where the tenant handles all utilities and management, providing a streamlined, low-effort ownership experience with predictable monthly income.

  • Extensive Capital Upgrades

    Significant structural and safety improvements have been completed, including a full seismic upgrade, foundation replacement, updated fire-life-safety systems, and a new roof installed in 2025.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • Low Bathroom-to-Bedroom Ratio

    With 12 bedrooms but only 3 bathrooms, the property has a significant functional imbalance that may limit its appeal to traditional tenants if the master lease structure ever changes.

  • Master Tenant Concentration Risk

    The current income model is entirely dependent on a single master tenant; any default or vacancy by this entity would require the owner to pivot to a much more intensive management style.

About 1651-1655 Oak Street

Well-maintained three-unit property featuring expansive flats totaling approximately 5,941 SqFt, currently operated under a master lease structure providing stable income with minimal owner management responsibilities. The property is leased in its entirety to a master tenant who rents individual rooms on a per-room basis while paying the owner a fixed monthly rent. The master tenant is responsible for all utilities, including water, sewer, Recology, gas, electricity, and internet, creating a streamlined and largely passive ownership opportunity with predictable income and limited day-to-day management requirements. The building has been extensively improved and professionally maintained over time. Major capital upgrades include foundation replacement and a full seismic upgrade, interior remodeling, and installation of updated fire-life-safety systems including a fire alarm system and sprinklers. Recent 604 compliance work has been completed, and a new roof was installed in 2025, providing longterm ownership confidence. Ideally located in the heart of Haight Ashbury, 1651-1655 Oak Street benefits from immediate access to Golden Gate Park, the vibrant Haight Street commercial corridor, and the Divisadero dining and retail district. The property offers excellent connectivity via nearby MUNI transit lines and convenient access to downtown, UCSF, and major employment hubs, supporting consistently strong rental demand in one of San Francisco's most iconic and supply-constrained neighborhoods.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Triplex
Year Built
1907
Lot Size
3,436.88 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
12
Total Bathrooms
3 (3 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

San Francisco Unified Schools

Chinese Immersion School At Deavila

Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi

9/10

New Traditions Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi

8/10

Grattan Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi

7/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds12.05.0
89%
Baths3.03.0
50%
Square foot5,9413,367
89%
Lot Size3,436.882,614
79%
Price$2.50M$2.00M
68%
Price per sq ft$421$549
16%
Built year19071904
58%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market10170
5%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 25, 2026

$2,500,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Nov 21, 2012

$1,502,000

Public Record

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