
San Francisco, CA 94108
Analysis of 916-920 Clay Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 is currently available with a list price of $1,388,000. 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 1907, this mixed-use SRO property shows significant signs of age and deferred maintenance. The shared kitchen and bathroom facilities are extremely outdated with worn fixtures and minimal appliances. Interior images reveal damaged flooring, peeling paint, and very basic, aged electrical and lighting systems, indicating the building requires substantial rehabilitation to meet modern residential standards.
Elementary School: Chin (John Yehall) Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
The mixed-use configuration featuring a fully leased ground-floor retail space and 12 SRO units provides a stable, multi-layered cash flow for investors.
Situated in the high-traffic Chinatown/North Beach corridor, the property benefits from excellent proximity to public transportation, dining, and neighborhood amenities.
Operating 12 SRO units with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities typically requires more intensive property management and higher maintenance oversight.
Originally built in 1907, the building may require ongoing capital expenditures for repairs, modernization, or seismic upgrades common to historic San Francisco structures.
916-920 Clay Street is a mixed-use investment property located in the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown/North Beach corridor. The building features a fully leased ground-floor retail space with basement storage, providing stable income. The upper two floors consist of 12 SRO units (6 per floor) with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities, plus coin-operated laundry on the second floor. Approximately 3,681 SF of living area on a 1,337 SF lot, zoned CRNC. Built in 1907, this property offers strong in-place cash flow with long-term upside potential through operational improvements and repositioning. Conveniently located near public transportation, dining, and neighborhood amenities.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.0 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 12.0 | 21.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 0.0 | 1.5 | 50% |
| Square foot | 3,681 | 7,748.5 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 1,337 | 2,234.48 | 50% |
| Price | $1.39M | $2.69M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $377 | $358 | 50% |
| Built year | 1907 | 1907 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 9 | 136 | 50% |
Apr 13, 2026
$1,388,000
Initial Listing
Mar 24, 2023
$1,100,000
Public Record
Jan 22, 2014
$795,000
Public Record