Classic Russian Hill duplex offering an ideal opportunity for owner-users and investors alike. The vacant upper residence features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, blending timeless San Francisco charm with everyday functionality. A spacious eat-in kitchen provides an inviting setting for casual dining and entertaining. Hardwood floors extend across the home, while bay windows in two bedrooms fill the interiors with natural light and highlight the classic architectural details that define San Francisco living. The lower unit consists of a tenant-occupied 1 bedroom, 1 bath, offering immediate income potential. Additional highlights include 1-car parking, shared on-site laundry and a large basement providing ample storage space. Ideally situated adjacent to the shops and restaurants along Hyde Street, with close proximity to North Beach and Polk Street. Easy access to public transportation and a Walk Score of 96.
For sale
$1,850,000
1216 Union St #1218, San Francisco, CA 94109
4beds
2,312sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$12,475/mo
Duplex
Built in 1904
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$800/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious eat-in kitchenClassic architectural detailsHardwood floors
- 69 days |
- 2,843 |
- 137 |
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Listed by:
Grant Edward Beggs DRE #01976692 415-815-9701,
Sotheby's International Realty 415-901-1700
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426121015
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,312
- Total interior livable area: 2,312 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,200 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 0096019
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $800/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $410,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,186
- Price range: $1.9M - $1.9M
- Date on market: 5/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 69 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000$800/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #426121015 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,186 +4.1% | $410,600 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,980 +3.4% | $402,554 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,817 +2.1% | $394,665 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,717 +1.7% | $386,931 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,638 -1.3% | $379,349 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,700 +3.4% | $375,466 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,546 +3.4% | $368,108 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,395 +1.2% | $360,897 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,344 +2.2% | $353,827 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,249 +1.3% | $346,896 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,196 +2.6% | $341,690 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,088 | $335,001 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $333,491 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $326,957 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $320,551 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $318,165 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $318,921 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $312,672 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $306,546 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $300,540 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $294,651 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $283,604 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $278,044 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $272,623 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $267,278 |
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Neighborhood: Russian Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Yick Wo Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Francisco Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Galileo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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