$3,500,000
OPEN SUN 2PM - 4PM

171 Buena Vista Ave E Unit 173 San Francisco, CA 94117

Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights Neighborhood

Estimated payment $19,370/month

Total Views 27
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,995 Sq Ft
$1,169 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Views of San Francisco
  • 5-minute walk to Duboce And Noe
  • Wood Flooring
  • McKinley Elementary School Rated A
  • Rooftop Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Buena Vista Park

About This Home

Legal 2 Unit - See MLS # 425078390 Nestled amongst the Mansions surrounding Buena Vista Park sits 171-73 Buena Vista Avenue East. This high on the hill, legal Duplex features sensational, sweeping panoramic views from Angel Island to the Downtown San Francisco Cityscape, as well as fine water views of the SF Bay and Beyond. There is brilliant natural light throughout, and a gorgeous view backdrop of the city's glimmering lights against the landscape of the East Bay Hills, which infuse every day living in this treasured location. The property floor plan is a hair under 3,000 square feet, including the owners unit on the top two levels; there are 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, kitchen plus open living and dining rooms with striking San Francisco Views. A spacious outdoor deck with sitting area make this space perfect for indoor-outdoor living, and entertaining. The 2 car garage has exclusive parking for the owners unit. Below is a 1 Bedroom apartment which is currently tenant occupied. ( Buyer to Verify - 3R Report shows Original Use - Unknown)

Listing Agent

John DiDomenico

Compass License #00994893 Listed on: 10/02/2025

Compass

Open House Schedule

  • Sunday, October 05, 2025
    2:00 to 4:00 pm
    10/5/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:00
    10/5/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00
    Striking Downtown SF Views and Glorious Natural Light from all 3 levels - Nearly 3,000 square feet of living space - Large 2 Car Parking Garage with significant storage.
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,770

Year Built

  • Built in 1904

Lot Details

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is zoned RH3

Property Views

  • Bay
  • San Francisco
  • Views of the Bay Bridge
  • Panoramic
  • Downtown
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • 2,995 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Built-In Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1258014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,770

Year Built

Built in 1904

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Property Faces: West
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Family Combo
  • Living Room Features: View
  • Appliances: Built-in Electric Range, Dishwasher, Free Standing Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1168.61
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Possible Guest
  • Square Footage: 2995.00
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)

Exterior Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City, Downtown, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Access: Independent
  • Parking Features: Garage Facing Front
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Type: Other
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1258014
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0413
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1800.00
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
  • Price Per Acre: 84745762.71
  • Zoning: RH3

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,770 $846,335 $179,210 $667,125
2024 $9,770 $829,742 $175,697 $654,045
2023 $9,629 $813,473 $172,252 $641,221
2022 $9,457 $797,524 $168,875 $628,649
2021 $9,294 $781,887 $165,564 $616,323
2020 $9,371 $773,871 $163,867 $610,004
2019 $9,051 $758,698 $160,654 $598,044
2018 $8,744 $743,822 $157,504 $586,318
2017 $8,641 $729,238 $154,416 $574,822
2016 $8,485 $714,940 $151,389 $563,551
2015 $8,379 $704,201 $149,115 $555,086
2014 $8,158 $690,408 $146,195 $544,213
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2025 10/02/25 For Sale $3,500,000 -- $1,169 / Sq Ft
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $205,000 Commercial
Closed $224,000 Commercial
Closed $224,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $232,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 425077079

San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

APN: 1258-014

California San Francisco County San Francisco 94117 Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights

171 Buena Vista Ave E Unit 173, San Francisco, CA

This home is located at 171 Buena Vista Ave E Unit 173, San Francisco, CA 94117 and is currently priced at $3,500,000, approximately $1,168 per square foot. This property was built in 1904. 171 Buena Vista Ave E Unit 173 is a home located in San Francisco County with nearby schools including McKinley Elementary School, Everett Middle School, and San Francisco Schoolhouse.

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