517 Magnolia Avenue, South San Francisco, California 94080, South San Francisco, 94080 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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South San Francisco, California 94080
This Spacious Value-Add Residence is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,275,000—positioned well below the $1,370,149 Fair Market Value by 6%. This valuation gap provides $95,149 in Instant Equity for the incoming buyer. Boasting a Condition Rating of 3, the home features an updated kitchen and new flooring, while the 1,910 sq ft layout offers significantly more living space than standard area comps. Located near BART, biotech hubs, and top-rated schools like Spruce Elementary, it balances lifestyle convenience with appreciation potential. This is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants or Buy-and-Hold Investors.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 517 Magnolia Avenue Subject | $1,275,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,910 | $709 | - |
A 553 Diamond Avenue Sold | $1,618,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,004 | $807 | 0.3 mi |
B 447 Lux Avenue Sold | $1,309,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,530 | $856 | 0.3 mi |
C 102 Cherry Avenue Sold | $1,195,000 | 4 | 1 | 1,380 | $866 | 0.6 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
The property features a recently updated kitchen with modern white shaker cabinets, stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances, along with new flooring downstairs. While the bathroom remains in a dated 'Fair' condition with vintage tiling and older fixtures, the overall home is well-maintained, functional, and move-in ready.
Ideally situated near downtown South San Francisco, major freeways, and BART, offering exceptional convenience for Bay Area professionals and commuters.
At approximately 1,910 sq ft, this residence provides a significantly larger footprint than many standard three-bedroom homes in the area, featuring a functional and spacious layout.
The home boasts an updated kitchen and new flooring on the lower level, providing immediate aesthetic appeal and reducing the need for initial renovation capital.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1910, other record living area = 1540.
The property features only a one-car garage, which may be a drawback for multi-vehicle households or those requiring extra covered storage.
Built in 1937, the home may require more intensive long-term maintenance or system upgrades typical of properties approaching a century in age.
Located in South San Francisco, 517 Magnolia Ave is a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home offering approximately 1,910 sq ft of living space. The home features new flooring downstairs, an updated kitchen, and a separate laundry room for added convenience. Enjoy a private backyard and a one-car garage, with a functional layout that provides comfortable living and entertaining space. Ideally situated near downtown, shopping, dining, major freeways, and BART for easy commuting.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
Grades PK-5 • 0.7 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,910 | 1,505 | 84% |
| Lot Size | 4,000 | 4,701 | 27% |
| Price | $1.27M | $1.30M | 44% |
| Price per sq ft | $668 | $887 | 9% |
| Built year | 1937 | 1954 | 4% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 44 | 101 | 4% |
May 2, 2026
$1,275,000
Initial Listing