
San Francisco, CA 94115
Analysis of 6 Cottage Row, San Francisco, CA 94115 is currently available with a list price of $1,250,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. 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.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
While the home is charming and well-maintained, it has been held for 40 years and the kitchen and bathrooms reflect a renovation likely 20-30 years old. The presence of older white appliances, glossy laminate cabinetry, and square tile countertops indicates the property is dated and requires aesthetic and system updates to meet modern standards.
Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
As a designated California Historical Landmark on the National Register of Historic Places, this 1880s cottage offers rare architectural integrity and timeless charm within a protected historic district.
Situated just half a block from the vibrant Fillmore Street corridor and minutes from Alta Plaza Park, the property provides an ideal balance of quiet residential living and immediate access to world-class dining and shopping.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1219, other record living area = 1000.
The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 571, living area = 1219.
With over 250 days on the market, the property may face perception issues regarding its pricing or specific historic preservation constraints that limit renovation flexibility.
Rarely available and filled with charm, this 2-bedroom, Cottage Row home is being offered for the first time in 40 years. Spanning three levels, the home is bright, inviting, and tucked along one of San Francisco's most beloved historic walkways. Thoughtfully arranged across three levels, the home offers a unique and flexible layout. The upper level features the kitchen, living, and dining spaces along with a convenient half bath ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The main level is anchored by a generous primary bedroom with French doors opening to a charming private deck, as well as a full bath. On the lower level, a second bedroom, laundry area, and 1/2 bath (plumbed to create a full bath) create exciting possibilities for expansion or guest accommodations, with direct access to the front walkway and Cottage Row beyond. Timeless details include vaulted ceilings, skylights, French doors, and two intimate walk-out decks. One of six original cottages built in the 1880s, the home sits along a quaint brick pathway beside Cottage Row Mini Park a setting that feels more like an English mews than the center of San Francisco. Just half a block from vibrant Fillmore Street and moments from Alta Plaza Park and Lafayette Park, the location offers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and neighborhood character. Part of the Bush Street-Cottage Row Historic District, this special property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a California Historical Landmark. Parking is leased for $350 per month on the same block at the Amelia.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.6 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.0 | 29% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,219 | 2,831 | 14% |
| Lot Size | 571 | 2,500.34 | 14% |
| Price | $1.25M | $3.77M | 14% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.0K | $1.2K | 29% |
| Built year | 1885 | 1890 | 43% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 280 | 278 | 71% |
Sep 9, 2025
$1,250,000
Initial Listing