Sunny, surprising, and serene, 1221 San Bruno is an updated 3-bed, 2-bath Victorian in one of San Francisco's sunniest pockets between the Mission and Potrero, with excellent access to 101 and 280. The home blends historic character 11-foot ceilings, elegant millwork, and Victorian proportions with modern upgrades, including a reinforced foundation, updated systems, and thoughtfully appointed kitchen. Quiet inside thanks to double-pane windows and its off-street perch, the home feels larger than its footprint, maximizing functionality + light. The primary suite offers a tall walk-in closet, spa-like en suite bath with walk-in shower and a Japanese-style Toto toilet. There's also direct yard access via exterior spiral stairs. A second bathroom is anchored by a claw-foot tub and modern fittings that highlight its architectural details, while the kitchen showcases stainless Bosch appliances. The legal-height lower level holds potential with concept plans + infrastructure for an additional bedroom, living room and kitchenette. For now, it serves as a gym, storage, laundry, and 2-car parking with EV charging. Out back, the sunny yard offers a serene retreat. Designed with quality and livability in mind, 1221 is ready for you to live your best and sunniest San Francisco life.
Sold for $1,500,000
$1,500,000
1221 San Bruno Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
3beds
1,005sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1,873 Square Feet Lot
$1,700,500 Zestimate®
$1,493/sqft
$7,071 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,700,500
$1.53M - $1.89M
$7,071/mo
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Modern upgradesVictorian proportionsHistoric characterModern fittingsLegal-height lower levelArchitectural detailsLarger than its footprint
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Listed by:
Kevin K. Ho DRE #01875957 415-297-7462,
Vanguard Properties 415-321-7000,
Jonathan B. McNarry DRE #01747295 415-215-4393,
Vanguard Properties
Bought with:
Matthew Han, DRE #01974582
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425071283
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Living Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bidet, Dual Flush Toilet, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Shower Stall(s)
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Combo, Pantry Closet, Quartz Counter
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Ground Floor, Inside Room
Features
- Formal Entry, Storage
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,005
- Total interior livable area: 1,005 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 24'+ Deep Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 1,873 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4214021
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Modern/High Tech,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, Thermostat, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Video System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,493/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,167,541
- Annual tax amount: $14,616
- Date on market: 9/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk, Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2025 | Sold | $1,500,000+25.5%$1,493/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #425071283 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$1,189/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000+18.8%$1,189/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425071283 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2016 | Sold | $1,006,000+25.9%$1,001/sqft |
Source: SFAR #447016 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2016 | Pending sale | $799,000$795/sqft |
Source: Zephyr Real Estate #447016 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2016 | Listed for sale | $799,000$795/sqft |
Source: Zephyr Real Estate #447016 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,616 +2.9% | $1,167,541 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,198 +1.5% | $1,144,649 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,982 +2% | $1,122,206 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,712 +1.8% | $1,100,203 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,468 -0.9% | $1,078,632 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,585 +3.5% | $1,067,572 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,122 +3.5% | $1,046,641 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,677 +3.7% | $1,026,120 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,230 +527.7% | $1,006,000 +662.2% |
| 2016 | $1,948 +1.5% | $131,979 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,920 +2.6% | $129,998 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,871 | $127,453 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $126,878 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $124,392 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $121,954 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $121,043 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $121,331 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $118,953 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $116,621 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,336 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $112,095 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $107,885 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $105,772 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $103,698 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $101,665 |
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Neighborhood: Potrero Hill
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- 4/10Bryant Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
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