172 Portola Drive, San Francisco, CA 94131, San Francisco, 94131 - 6 bed, 5 bath

172 Portola Drive
San Francisco, CA 94131
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 172 Portola Drive, San Francisco, CA 94131 is currently available with a list price of $2,595,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. 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
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1966, the property has undergone extensive high-end renovations. The luxury penthouse features a chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, heated floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows, while two additional units are also remodeled. The inclusion of modern amenities like a private elevator and updated systems across most units indicates a comprehensive renovation within the last 5 years, meeting the highest quality standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Exceptional Panoramic Views
Every unit in the building offers sweeping, unobstructed views of the San Francisco skyline, Bay Bridge, and East Bay, a rare feature that significantly commands premium rental rates and long-term value.
- Owner-User Flexibility
The property is ideal for an owner-occupant, featuring a high-end luxury penthouse with direct elevator access and two additional units that can be delivered vacant for immediate occupancy or market-rate leasing.
- Modern Luxury Upgrades
The penthouse and lower units have undergone high-quality renovations, including chef's kitchens, heated floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows, reducing the need for immediate capital expenditures.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Tenant Occupancy Constraints
Unit #3 is currently tenant-occupied, which subjects the owner to San Francisco's strict rent control regulations and may limit the ability to achieve full market-rate potential for the entire building immediately.
- Parking Deficit
With only three parking spaces available for a four-unit building, the property lacks a 1:1 parking ratio, which could be a drawback for high-end tenants or owners with multiple vehicles.
About 172 Portola Drive
Spectacular view 4-unit building above the Castro - ideal for owner-users seeking supplemental income and investors alike. Every unit boasts sweeping panoramic views of the SF skyline, Bay Bridge and East Bay. The remodeled luxury penthouse (full-floor owner's unit #4) features 2 bedrooms, each with walk-out decks, 2 full baths with heated floors, a spacious living room with floor-to-ceiling view windows, and a chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. Additional highlights include a private laundry room with storage and elevator direct to the unit. Lower-level units #1 and #2 are remodeled 1-bedroom apartments with a shared laundry room. Units #1 and #2 can be delivered vacant. The middle full-floor unit #3 offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, private laundry and is tenant-occupied (rent $3,229/month; lease: month-to-month). The property includes 3-car parking (1-car garage and 2-car carport) available for owner use or to rent out, plus abundant street parking. Centrally located just minutes from the Castro, Noe Valley, Diamond Heights, West Portal, and the Haight, with public transportation just steps away. Plus, enjoy the great outdoors with Twin Peaks and Corona Heights hiking and biking trails and Douglass Playground nearby.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Quadruplex
- Year Built
- 1966
- Lot Size
- 2,247.7 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 6
- Total Bathrooms
- 5 (5 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 4.0 | 71% |
| Baths | 5.0 | 3.0 | 71% |
| Square foot | 4,461 | 2,404 | 86% |
| Lot Size | 2,247.7 | 2,848.82 | 43% |
| Price | $2.60M | $1.51M | 71% |
| Price per sq ft | $582 | $675 | 43% |
| Built year | 1966 | 1950 | 86% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 323 | 223 | 0% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Apr 18, 2025
$2,595,000
Initial Listing
Sold
May 23, 2007
$1,615,000
Public Record
Sold
Oct 12, 2006
$1,300,000
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