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171-73 Buena Vista Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94117, San Francisco, 94117 - 4 bed, 3 bath

171-73 Buena Vista Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94117 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$3,200,000$2,995/sqft
171-73 Buena Vista Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94117
4Beds
3Baths
2,995Sqft
1,800Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Exceptional Panoramic Views: The property boasts sensational, sweeping panoramic views of Downtown San Francisco, Angel Island, the SF Bay, and the East Bay Hills, significantly enhancing its desirability and value.
Top Cons:
Historic Property Age: Built in 1904, the property's age may imply potential for deferred maintenance, outdated infrastructure, or the need for significant renovation to meet contemporary standards.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$3.20M vs avg $2.02M (+$1,180,000)79%
Size:2,995 sqft vs avg 3,550 sqft21%
Price/sqft:$1.1K vs avg $53886%

More Insights

Built in 1904 (122 years old).
Condition: While the living areas, main bedrooms, and attic space appear to have been recently updated with fresh paint, good flooring, and modern aesthetics, the kitchen and one of the bathrooms are significantly outdated. The kitchen features older appliances and cabinet styles (likely 20-30 years old), requiring a full renovation to meet current standards. The main bathroom also shows dated tile and flooring. The property is well-maintained overall, but these key areas necessitate more than minor updates, placing it in the 'Fair' category despite other appealing features.
Year Built
1904
Close
-
List price
$3.2M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$1,068
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
426095529
Home ConditionFair
Features
Excellent View:
Deck
View-

About this home

Striking View Property with incredible Downtown San Francisco and Water Views is 171-73 Buena Vista Avenue East. This high on the hill, legal Duplex features sensational, sweeping panoramic views from Angel Island to the Downtown San Francisco Cityscape, as well as fine water views of the SF Bay and Beyond. There is brilliant natural light throughout, and a gorgeous view backdrop of the city's glimmering lights against the landscape of the East Bay Hills, which infuse every day living in this treasured location. The property floor plan is a hair under 3,000 square feet, including the owners unit on the top two levels; there are 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, kitchen plus open living and dining rooms with striking San Francisco Views. A spacious outdoor deck with sitting area make this space perfect for indoor-outdoor living, and entertaining. The 2 car garage has exclusive parking for the owners unit. Below is a 1 Bedroom apartment which is currently tenant occupied. The layout suggests that these rooms may have been the original public rooms of the property when it was first constructed.

J
John DiDomenico
Listing Agent
Condition Rating
Fair
While the living areas, main bedrooms, and attic space appear to have been recently updated with fresh paint, good flooring, and modern aesthetics, the kitchen and one of the bathrooms are significantly outdated. The kitchen features older appliances and cabinet styles (likely 20-30 years old), requiring a full renovation to meet current standards. The main bathroom also shows dated tile and flooring. The property is well-maintained overall, but these key areas necessitate more than minor updates, placing it in the 'Fair' category despite other appealing features.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Exceptional Panoramic Views: The property boasts sensational, sweeping panoramic views of Downtown San Francisco, Angel Island, the SF Bay, and the East Bay Hills, significantly enhancing its desirability and value.
Income-Generating Duplex: As a legal duplex with a currently tenant-occupied 1-bedroom apartment, it offers immediate rental income potential, making it an attractive investment.
Spacious Owner's Unit with Outdoor Deck: The owner's unit spans two levels with 3 beds/2 baths, open living/dining, and includes a spacious outdoor deck, ideal for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.
Dedicated Two-Car Garage: The inclusion of an exclusive two-car garage for the owner's unit is a premium amenity in San Francisco, providing convenience and added value.
Abundant Natural Light: The property benefits from brilliant natural light throughout, creating a bright and inviting living environment.

Cons

Historic Property Age: Built in 1904, the property's age may imply potential for deferred maintenance, outdated infrastructure, or the need for significant renovation to meet contemporary standards.
Limited Lot Size: With a lot size of only 1800 sqft for a nearly 3000 sqft duplex, outdoor space is constrained, which might limit privacy or future expansion options.
Tenant Occupancy in Lower Unit: The lower 1-bedroom unit is currently tenant-occupied, which could present complexities for a buyer intending to occupy the entire property or seeking immediate full control, due to San Francisco's tenant protection laws.
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