
San Francisco, CA 94133
Analysis of 734-740 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133 is currently available with a list price of $5,880,000. 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 1910 with no evidence of recent renovation; the interior shows significant deterioration including peeling plaster, makeshift kitchen facilities with rusted surfaces, and outdated communal bathrooms requiring a complete rehab.
Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
Situated at the intersection of North Beach and Chinatown, the property benefits from high foot traffic and proximity to San Francisco's celebrated cafe culture and vibrant urban energy.
The substantial 14,992 sqft footprint allows for a strategic repositioning into modern micro-residences with potential for a high-value rooftop amenity space overlooking Coit Tower and the Bay.
As a 1910 structure requiring full repositioning, investors must budget for significant capital expenditure to modernize interiors and common areas to meet modern residential standards.
Upgrading a classic residential hotel in San Francisco involves navigating complex local housing laws and a rigorous permitting process for all proposed improvements and uses.
Positioned along one of San Francisco's most iconic corridors, where North Beach's celebrated cafe culture converges with the vibrant energy of Chinatown, 734-740 Broadway presents a compelling opportunity to reimagine a classic residential hotel in an exceptional urban setting. Rich in character and ideally located, the property offers existing in-place income alongside significant potential for thoughtful repositioning. Ground-floor commercial spaces provide an additional income stream, while available residential rooms create a clear pathway for an investor to enhance occupancy and unlock long-term value. The opportunity extends beyond the building's current configuration. Envision beautifully appointed, furnished micro-residences with integrated workspaces, elevated common areas, refreshed bathrooms, and thoughtfully designed communal kitchens. A potential rooftop amenity space with views toward Coit Tower and the bay could further distinguish the property and create a compelling residential experience tailored to modern city living. For the investor with vision, 734-740 Broadway offers a rare combination of architectural character, immediate income, and meaningful upside in one of San Francisco's most dynamic and enduring neighborhoods. Renderings are artist's conceptual illustrations of potential improvements and do not represent existing conditions. All proposed improvements and uses are subject to applicable approvals and permitting.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 5.5 |
| Baths | 0.0 | 4.0 |
| Square foot | 14,992 | 4,754.5 |
| Lot Size | 3,720 | 1,647.5 |
| Price | $5.88M | $2.60M |
| Price per sq ft | $392 | $541 |
| Built year | 1910 | 1917 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 16 | 116 |
Aug 24, 2026
$5,880,000
Initial Listing
Dec 4, 2001
$1,000,000
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