There is an immediate ease to this home - warm, inviting, and full of character, with a Mediterranean sensibility expressed through its clay tile roof and lush landscaping. The main level has been thoughtfuly opened for the way we live today. Living, dining, and kitchen flow naturally together, anchored by a beautifully remodeled kitchen and an oversized center island with generous seating - a space that feels equally right for everyday life or a house full of friends. The two bedrooms on the main level are notably generous in scale, with good natural light and ample closet space with custom built-ins. The lower level is reserved for the primary bedroom and an adjoining seating area that functions equally well as a home office. From here, doors open directly to a large, beautifully designed garden, creating an easy connection between indoors and out. There is ample room for entertaining, play, and even a vegetable garden. Set within the Lake Street corridor, one of San Francisco's most desirable and enduring neighborhoods, the home is loved for its walkability and proximity to China Beach, Baker Beach, and neighborhood favorites including Pearl, Pizzetta 211, Angelina's Deli, and the soon-to-open Bi Rite. A large garage accommodates two-car parking along with abundant storage. Fully entitled renovation plans are available and will transfer with the property, offering the opportunity to expand in the future. Just as importantly, the home can be enjoyed beautifully as it is today. A truly sweet home: move-in ready, thoughtfully updated, and exceptionally well located.
Pending
$3,500,000
159 21st Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
3beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
2,617 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,750/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Good natural lightBeautifully remodeled kitchenClay tile roofLush landscaping
- 11 days
- 1,708
- 159
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tania Toubba DRE #01998867 415-902-2702,
Sotheby's International Realty 415-901-1700
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426163832
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- 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
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Marble Counter, Pantry Closet, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 2,617 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1381010B
- Special conditions: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,750/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,075,587
- Annual tax amount: $25,273
- Price range: $3.5M - $3.5M
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2026 | Pending sale | $3,500,000$1,750/sqft |
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| 9/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+102.7%$1,750/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/3/2014 | Sold | $1,727,000+33.4%$864/sqft |
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| 6/16/2014 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$648/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union #421398 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+7.9%$648/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union #421398 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2004 | Sold | $1,200,000+120.2%$600/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/1997 | Sold | $545,000$273/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,273 +3% | $2,075,587 +2% |
| 2024 | $24,545 +1.5% | $2,034,890 +2% |
| 2023 | $24,178 +1.9% | $1,994,992 +2% |
| 2022 | $23,724 +1.4% | $1,955,875 +2% |
| 2021 | $23,388 -0.6% | $1,917,525 +1% |
| 2020 | $23,535 +3.6% | $1,897,864 +2% |
| 2019 | $22,728 +3.5% | $1,860,652 +2% |
| 2018 | $21,959 +2.6% | $1,824,169 +2% |
| 2017 | $21,402 +1.6% | $1,788,402 +2% |
| 2016 | $21,067 +1.2% | $1,753,336 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $20,811 +26.9% | $1,727,430 +26.6% |
| 2014 | $16,403 | $1,364,933 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,358,767 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,331,704 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,305,593 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,295,838 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,298,916 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,273,448 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,248,480 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,224,000 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,200,000 +95.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $612,868 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $600,852 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $589,074 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $577,523 |
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