612-614 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94118, San Francisco, 94118 - 4 bed, 2 bath
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612-614 Balboa Street
San Francisco, CA 94118
ACTIVE
CONDITION: POOR
4Beds
2Baths
2,692Sq Ft
2,496Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$1,589,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$1,666,039
4% BelowMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This Inner Richmond duplex presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $1,589,000—positioned well below the $1,666,039 Fair Market Value by 4%. This valuation gap offers $77,039 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Condition Rating of 5, the property requires a full rehab, offering significant upside for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants. Located near top-rated schools like Sutro Elementary and Lowell High, this asset combines prime location with substantial value-add potential.
Estimated Market Value
$1,666,039+$77,039 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in San Francisco.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 612-614 Balboa Street Subject 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,692 sqft · $619 | $1,589,000* List Price | 4 | 2 | 2,692 | $619 | - |
A 704 Arguello Boulevard Pending 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,650 sqft · $745 · 0.4 mi | $1,975,000 List Price | 4 | 2 | 2,650 | $745 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Poor
TeardownExcellent
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1906, the property features a kitchen with cabinetry, flooring, and appliances that appear to be over 40 years old. The interior shows significant wear and dated finishes, indicating the need for a full rehab rather than minor updates.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
- Prime Inner Richmond Location
Situated just two blocks from Golden Gate Park and Geary Boulevard, the property offers exceptional walkability to local cafes, shopping, and major transit corridors.
- Versatile Investment Potential
The duplex configuration with two spacious full-floor flats provides excellent flexibility for an owner-user seeking rental income or an investor looking for a high-demand rental area.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Limited Bathroom Count
Each large full-floor flat contains only one bathroom, which may be seen as a drawback for modern families or high-end renters expecting more contemporary amenities.
- Aging Infrastructure
Given the 1906 construction date, the property likely requires ongoing maintenance or significant capital improvements to modernize systems and ensure seismic resilience.
About 612-614 Balboa Street
Rare Inner Richmond Duplex With Classic San Francisco Charm! This early-1900s property features two spacious full-floor flats, each offering 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with approximately 2,692 square feet of total living space. Traditional proportions, period character, and two distinct units provide excellent flexibility for an investor or owner-user. Located in the Balboa Street Inner Richmond business district, just two blocks from Golden Gate Park and two blocks from Geary Boulevard. Enjoy convenient access to neighborhood cafes, restaurants, shopping, recreation, and public transportation. A special opportunity to own a classic San Francisco duplex offering character, versatility, income potential, and an exceptional location.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Year Built
- 1906
- Lot Size
- 2,496 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
San Francisco Unified Schools
Mccoppin (Frank) Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.1 mi
8/10
Peabody (George) Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
8/10
Sutro Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
8/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.6 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 4.0 |
| Square foot | 2,692 | 3,221.149 |
| Lot Size | 2,496 | 2,766.255 |
| Price | $1.59M | $2.13M |
| Price per sq ft | $590 | $697 |
| Built year | 1906 | 1925 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 37 | 53 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 17, 2026
$1,589,000
Initial Listing