840 Powell Street 601, San Francisco, CA 94108, San Francisco, 94108 - 4 bed, 4 bath
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840 Powell Street 601
San Francisco, CA 94108
ACTIVE
CONDITION: FAIR
4Beds
4Baths
3,145Sq Ft
12,703Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$2,995,000
SUMMARY
Analysis of 840 Powell Street 601, San Francisco, CA 94108 is currently available with a list price of $2,995,000. 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.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Fair
TeardownExcellent
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1914, the residence is well-maintained but significantly dated, with bathroom fixtures and laundry areas appearing to be 20-30 years old. The listing description identifies the property as a 'canvas' for a new owner to 'reimagine,' confirming that while functional, it requires comprehensive cosmetic and system updates to meet modern standards.
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).
- Expansive House-Like Scale
Boasting approximately 3,145 sq.ft. on a single level, this residence offers rare volume and a flexible floor plan that is ideal for grand-scale entertaining and showcasing significant art collections.
- Premium Parking Assets
The inclusion of two-car parking—featuring one interior garage space and one outdoor space—represents a significant and highly coveted luxury in the dense Nob Hill neighborhood.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =12703, other record lot size in square feet = 13580. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 3145, other record living area = 3077. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 5.
- High Monthly Carrying Costs
The association fee of $3,412 per month is substantial, which may deter buyers sensitive to high fixed monthly overhead despite the building's luxury amenities.
- Significant Renovation Needed
Described as a 'canvas to reimagine,' the property likely requires a major capital investment to modernize its century-old infrastructure and finishes to meet contemporary luxury standards.
About 840 Powell Street 601
An exceptional opportunity in the heart of Nob Hill, this expansive 4BD, 3.5BA condominium offers approximately 3,145 sq.ft. of house-like living on the sixth floor of a distinguished 1914 boutique building with just 15 residences. Generous proportions, gracious public rooms, and a flexible floor plan provide an extraordinary canvas for a new owner to reimagine and create a truly spectacular dream home. Ideal for everyday living, entertaining, working from home, and showcasing an art collection, the residence presents tremendous potential in one of San Francisco's most prestigious neighborhoods. Located just below the penthouse in an intimate seven-story building, this rarely available offering represents one of the most compelling values the building has seen in years. Two-car parking, with one space in the attached interior garage and one in the outdoor garage, and full doorman service complete this remarkable Nob Hill opportunity.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Year Built
- 1914
- Lot Size
- 12,703 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 4 (4 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $3412 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
San Francisco Unified Schools
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.1 mi
7/10
Chinese Education Center
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
0/10
Parker (Jean) Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
6/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 2.0 |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 3,145 | 1,093.715 |
| Lot Size | 12,703 | 10,543.457 |
| Price | $3.00M | $1.21M |
| Price per sq ft | $952 | $1.1K |
| Built year | 1914 | 1989 |
| HOA | $3412 | $832 |
| Days on market | 91 | 69 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2026
$2,995,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Dec 27, 2012
$2,700,000
Public Record
Sold
Jan 31, 1995
$785,000
Public Record