
San Francisco, CA 94109
Analysis of 169 Bernard Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 is currently available with a list price of $3,499,000. The property maintains a Tear down Condition Rating (10/100), reflecting significant deferred maintenance. This property is best suited for experienced investors or developers prepared for substantial renovation work. 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 Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
The property is marketed exclusively as a development opportunity with demolition and site permits ready for issuance. The existing structures, built in 1907, are intended to be either demolished or undergo a total gut renovation to create new luxury residences. No interior photos are provided, and the listing's value is derived from the land and the approved plans for redevelopment.
Elementary School: Yick Wo Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
A rare opportunity to develop three luxury residential units across two parcels in a prime location, with site and demo permits ready for issuance, significantly shortening the pre-construction timeline.
Perfectly positioned on a quiet side street with a high walkability score, offering immediate access to the Hyde Street cable car, Polk Street corridor, and the city's finest dining and nightlife.
The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 2757, living area = 2584.
As a major development project involving both extensive renovation and new construction, it requires substantial additional capital investment and carries inherent construction and market timing risks.
The listing agent and brokerage have not verified the seller-provided information regarding buildability or approvals, placing a heavy investigative responsibility on the buyer to confirm project feasibility.
169 Bernard St & 1270 Pacific Ave present a rare opportunity to develop a total of three luxury residential properties in the heart of Nob Hill, some with views! Site and demo permits ready for issuance. The offering includes a lot split creating two parcels, each approximately 23' x 60'. At 169 Bernard St: extensively renovate an existing single-family home into a 4-level, ~3,272 sq. ft., 5 bedroom, 5 full bathroom residence featuring a flexible floor plan with a lower-level suite opening to the rear yard, bonus exercise room, and a top-floor great room with floor-to-ceiling windows, full bathroom, and direct access to a roof deck. 2 car independent garage. 1270 Pacific Ave: demo existing commercial structure and build a new 4-story, 2-unit building totaling ~5,558 conditioned sqft with a garage containing 2 independent parking spaces serviced by a car lift. The lower unit offers 3 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, media room, multiple outdoor spaces, while the upper unit features 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, office, elevator, expansive great room level, and roof deck. All information provided herein has been provided by the seller - buyer advised to thoroughly investigate to their satisfaction. Listing agent and Vanguard Properties have not and will not verify this information and make no representations as to what can or will be approved to be built. Located on a quiet side street in the heart of Russian Hill, 169 Bernard Street offers a rare blend of neighborhood charm and central city access, just moments from Hyde Street and the iconic cable car line, neighborhood cafs, and everyday conveniences. Perfectly positioned between Nob Hill and North Beach, the home is surrounded by some of the city's best dining, shopping, and nightlife, with Polk Street's vibrant corridor also nearby. With easy access to public transportation, downtown, and major thoroughfares, the location delivers a highly connected lifestyle while still feeling tucked away from the city's busiest areas.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 40% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,584 | 1,550 | 70% |
| Lot Size | 2,757 | 2,996.93 | 40% |
| Price | $3.50M | $1.38M | 65% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.4K | $1.1K | 60% |
| Built year | 1907 | 1912 | 25% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 26 | 208 | 5% |
Mar 27, 2026
$3,499,000
Initial Listing
Nov 10, 2020
$1,818,000
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