937 S South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110, San Francisco, 94110 - 4 bed, 5 bath
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,995,000
937 S South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110
4Beds
5Baths
2,281Sqft
3,375.9Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($1,827,336.455) is $167,663.545 (8%) lower than the list price ($1,995,000). This property may be overpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
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).
Top Cons:
Advanced Age & Maintenance Needs: Built in 1875, the property is likely to require significant ongoing maintenance, potential system upgrades, and careful consideration of its historical infrastructure.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$2.00M vs avg $1.53M (+$461,750)73%
Size:2,281 sqft vs avg 1,490 sqft84%
Price/sqft:$875 vs avg $1.0K39%
More Insights
Built in 1875 (150 years old).
Condition: Built in 1875, this 'preserved Classic Victorian' home, while charming and seemingly well-maintained on the exterior, presents a significant challenge for modern residential living. The visible bathroom is extremely dated with old-fashioned fixtures, lighting, and flooring, and even features a fireplace, indicating a style from many decades ago. The absence of kitchen images is a strong indicator that it is either very dated or configured for its former use as an inn, requiring a complete overhaul for a modern family. For a home of this age, major systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) are almost certainly outdated and would require substantial rehabilitation and replacement to meet current safety, efficiency, and comfort standards. While not a 'tear-down' due to its preserved nature, it requires substantial repairs and rehabilitation to key components to be considered a comfortable, functional modern home, aligning with the 'Poor' condition criteria.
Year Built
1875
Close
-
List price
$2M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$875
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
425066352
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Deck
Patio
View-
About this home
Amazing opportunity to own a preserved Classic Victorian Single Family Home with lush vegetation. This property is a 4 bed/5 bath home currently being used and operated in conjunction with 943 S. Van Ness Ave as The Inn San Francisco- sold separately. Zoned as RH-3 Great potential for building expansion!! Great investor opportunity. Will be delivered vacant not subject to SF Rent Control Ordinance
Nearby schools
3/10
Chavez (Cesar) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
5/10
Moscone (George R.) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.3mi
4/10
Bryant Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
2/10
Sanchez Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
6/10
King (Starr) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
3/10
Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
5/10
Daniel Webster Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
7/10
Alvarado Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
2/10
Fairmount Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
1/10
Mission Education Center
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
9/10
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
6/10
San Francisco Public Montessori School
Public,•K-5•2.6mi
/10
Chinese Education Center
Public,•K-5•2.6mi
4/10
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Public,•K-8•0.4mi
4/10
Everett Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.8mi
3/10
Lick (James) Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.0mi
3/10
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
Public,•K-8•1.3mi
2/10
Revere (Paul) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•1.5mi
6/10
Rooftop Elementary School
Public,•K-8•1.5mi
3/10
San Francisco Community Alternative School
Public,•K-8•2.4mi
8/10
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.9mi
7/10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.1mi
6/10
Aptos Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.3mi
9/10
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•3.4mi
9/10
Lawton Alternative Elementary School
Public,•K-8•4.0mi
3/10
O'connell (John) High School
Public,•9-12•0.1mi
2/10
S.F. International High School
Public,•9-12•0.5mi
3/10
Mission High School
Public,•9-12•0.6mi
1/10
Downtown High School
Public,•9-12•0.7mi
2/10
Wells (Ida B.) High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
2/10
Marshall (Thurgood) High School
Public,•9-12•1.7mi
6/10
Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
9/10
Asawa (Ruth) San Francisco School Of The Arts, A Public School.
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
7/10
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
Public,•9-12•2.2mi
5/10
Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School
Public,•9-12•2.7mi
2/10
Jordan (June) School For Equity
Public,•9-12•2.7mi
7/10
Balboa High School
Public,•9-12•2.8mi
8/10
Galileo High School
Public,•9-12•3.2mi
7/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
Public,•9-12•3.6mi
10/10
Lowell High School
Public,•9-12•4.1mi
7/10
Washington (George) High School
Public,•9-12•4.3mi
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1875, this 'preserved Classic Victorian' home, while charming and seemingly well-maintained on the exterior, presents a significant challenge for modern residential living. The visible bathroom is extremely dated with old-fashioned fixtures, lighting, and flooring, and even features a fireplace, indicating a style from many decades ago. The absence of kitchen images is a strong indicator that it is either very dated or configured for its former use as an inn, requiring a complete overhaul for a modern family. For a home of this age, major systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) are almost certainly outdated and would require substantial rehabilitation and replacement to meet current safety, efficiency, and comfort standards. While not a 'tear-down' due to its preserved nature, it requires substantial repairs and rehabilitation to key components to be considered a comfortable, functional modern home, aligning with the 'Poor' condition criteria.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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).
Historic Victorian Architecture: A preserved Classic Victorian Single Family Home, offering unique architectural charm and historical significance in San Francisco.
Development & Expansion Potential: Zoned as RH-3, providing significant potential for building expansion and future value-add opportunities.
Investor Opportunity & Rent Control Exemption: Delivered vacant and explicitly not subject to SF Rent Control Ordinance, making it a highly attractive and flexible investment in a challenging market.
High Bathroom Count: The property features 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, offering ample facilities which is desirable for various living arrangements or potential continued hospitality use.
Prime San Francisco Location: Located on S Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco, a desirable and central area known for strong market demand and appreciation potential.
Cons
Advanced Age & Maintenance Needs: Built in 1875, the property is likely to require significant ongoing maintenance, potential system upgrades, and careful consideration of its historical infrastructure.
Implications of Former Commercial Use: Previously operated as an inn, the property's layout or existing infrastructure may be optimized for commercial use, potentially requiring conversion costs for a traditional single-family residence.
High Initial Investment: With a list price of nearly $2 million, the property represents a substantial initial investment, which may narrow the pool of potential buyers.