381 Richland Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109, San Francisco, 94109 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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San Francisco, CA 94109
Analysis of 381 Richland Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109 is currently available with a list price of $1,200,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. 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 extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1923, this property is described as a 'diamond in the rough' requiring customization. While it has some cosmetic updates like LVP flooring, the kitchen is dated, the HVAC system appears aged, and significant portions of the home (including two rooms and a bathroom) are unwarranted. The 100-year-old structure likely needs a full rehab to address permitting issues and modernize core systems.
Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
The property is ideally situated in a family-oriented neighborhood, offering immediate access to multiple parks like Bernal Heights and Holly Park, as well as the vibrant boutiques and cafes on Cortland Avenue.
Marketed as a 'diamond in the rough' with a footprint larger than tax records indicate, this home presents a premier opportunity for investors or end-users to build equity through renovation and customization.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1137, other record living area = 850.
The additional bedrooms, second bathroom, and storage shed are noted as unwarranted, which may pose challenges for traditional financing and future permitting requirements.
As a fixer-upper, the property likely requires significant capital expenditure to modernize the galley-style kitchen and address potential deferred maintenance throughout the 1923 structure.
Nestled in family-oriented Bernal Heights, Transparently Priced, 381 Richland Ave offers an incredible blend of space and potential. While tax records indicate 2 beds and 1 bath, this versatile property lives as a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home featuring a flexible family/office space, a galley-style kitchen, and a lovely walk-out deck to a sprawling backyard with a unwarranted bonus storage shed. The rear of the garage houses two unwarranted rooms and the second bath. Whether you want to customize it into your dream estate or capitalize on its footprint, this is the Bernal diamond in the rough you've been seeking. Step outside your door to exceptional outdoor escapes at Bernal Heights Park, Holly Park, Bernal Playground, and St. Mary's Park, boasting breathtaking views of the bay and city skyline. You're just moments from Cortland Avenue's vibrant mix of boutiques, cafes, and artisanal grocers. Commuting is a breeze with nearby MUNI, BART, and quick access to Highways 280 and 101.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 0.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 0.0 |
| Square foot | 1,137 | - |
| Lot Size | 2,496 | - |
| Price | $1.20M | $2.02M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $1.2K |
| Built year | 1923 | 0 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 54 | 46 |
May 29, 2026
$1,200,000
Initial Listing