843 Larch Avenue, South San Francisco, California 94080, South San Francisco, 94080 - 3 bed, 1 bath
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843 Larch Avenue
South San Francisco, California 94080
ACTIVE
CONDITION: FAIR
3Beds
1Baths
970Sq Ft
7,266Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$1,188,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$1,269,374
6% BelowMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This Single Family Residence represents a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,188,000—positioned well below the $1,269,375 Fair Market Value by 6%. This valuation gap provides $81,375 in Instant Equity for the buyer. Featuring a Condition Rating of 4, the home includes owned solar panels and updated electrical, though it requires cosmetic interior updates. With a large 7,266-square-foot lot, it offers significant ADU expansion potential. This is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking long-term value near the biotech corridor.
Estimated Market Value
$1,269,374+$81,374 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in South San Francisco.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 843 Larch Avenue Subject 3 bd · 1 ba · 970 sqft · $1,309 | $1,188,000* List Price | 3 | 1 | 970 | $1,309 | - |
A 617 Miller Avenue Sold 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,250 sqft · $989 · 0.6 mi | $1,236,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,250 | $989 | 0.6 mi |
B 141 Pecks Lane Active Under Contract 3 bd · 1 ba · 870 sqft · $976 · 1.0 mi | $849,000 List Price | 3 | 1 | 870 | $976 | 1.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Fair
TeardownExcellent
Property is moderate renovation needed.
The property is a well-maintained 1951 home with great system upgrades like updated electrical and owned solar panels. However, the interior is dated; the bathroom features older tiling and a worn vanity, and the home relies on a wall heater rather than modern central HVAC, indicating it needs cosmetic updates and minor repairs.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 7266, living area = 970.
- Energy Efficiency & Upgrades
The property features owned solar panels with microinverters and updated electrical systems, offering significant long-term utility savings and modern infrastructure reliability.
- Significant Expansion Potential
Situated on a generous 7,266-square-foot lot, this property provides ample space for outdoor living or the potential to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to increase value.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Limited Bathroom Count
With only one bathroom serving three bedrooms, the layout may be a drawback for families or those seeking modern convenience, likely requiring future renovation.
- Compact Interior Square Footage
At approximately 970 square feet, the living space is relatively small for a three-bedroom residence, which may result in a cramped feel for some buyers.
About 843 Larch Avenue
Welcome to 843 Larch Avenue, a charming hilltop home in desirable South San Francisco. This three-bedroom, one-bath residence offers approximately 970 square feet of living space on a generous 7,000-square-foot lot. Property highlights include owned solar panels with microinverters, updated electrical, and a garage. The expansive lot provides ample space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or exploring future expansion and ADU possibilitiesbuyer to verify. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, major highways, SFO, and South San Franciscos thriving biotechnology corridor, including Genentech. An excellent opportunity to enjoy Peninsula living with energy-saving features, convenient access, and exciting long-term potential.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1951
- Lot Size
- 7,266 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
South San Francisco Unified Schools
Hillside Elementary
Grades PK-5 • 0.2 mi
0/10
Martin Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
5/10
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
5/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.1 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Square foot | 970 | 1,294.231 |
| Lot Size | 7,266 | 4,869.692 |
| Price | $1.19M | $1.37M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.2K | $965 |
| Built year | 1951 | 1954 |
| HOA | $0 | $246 |
| Days on market | 30 | 34 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 24, 2026
$1,188,000
Initial Listing