Rarely available near the top of Upper Terrace in Ashbury Heights, this substantial 1915 Edwardian residence with Craftsman influences comes to market for the first time in many years. Approx. 2,950 sq. ft. per public tax records, though the home is likely larger, the residence offers 4BD/1.5BA plus a versatile top-floor bonus room, gracious formal spaces, multiple outdoor areas and a detached 2-car garage. Exceptional original details include hardwood floors, rich wood paneling and millwork, box-beam ceilings, built-in cabinetry, original doors and hardware, and 2 distinctive fireplaces. A period entry vestibule introduces the home's remarkable craftsmanship. The generously proportioned living room features an arched brick fireplace, broad bay window and built-ins, while the dramatic formal dining room showcases a box-beam ceiling, extensive paneling, original cabinetry and tiled fireplace. The character-filled kitchen features a substantial stainless-steel range and hood, antique cast-iron stove, adjoining breakfast/pantry area and nearby half bath, with direct access to the rear garden and a substantial deck above the garage offering downtown SF and Bay views. A spacious lower-level family/recreation room provides flexible additional living space for media, play, exercise or work-from-home uses. The principal bedroom level offers 3BDs, including a spacious primary, a bedroom with private balcony and city views, and another with Twin Peaks/Sutro Tower outlooks and a charming sink/dressing alcove. A traditional split full bath serves this level. Upstairs, the 4th bedroom enjoys broad windows and elevated Twin Peaks/Sutro Tower outlooks, while an additional bonus room offers excellent flexibility for guests, home office, study or creative space. A long side driveway leads to the detached 2-car garage. A large unfinished basement provides laundry, storage, workshop and utility space. Varied outlooks extend toward downtown and the Bay, Twin Peaks and Sutro Tower, and west toward the ocean. Convenient to Cole Valley, Buena Vista and Corona Heights parks, Haight-Ashbury, UCSF, Golden Gate Park and transit. Retaining much of its vintage character and finishes, this distinctive hilltop residence offers an exceptional opportunity to thoughtfully update and personalize a substantial period home while preserving the architectural details that make it so special.
For sale
$2,699,000
187 Upper Ter, San Francisco, CA 94117
4beds
2,950sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
2,448 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$915/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 11 days
- 5,000
- 402
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andrew de Vries DRE #01368031 415-585-5200,
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan 415-664-9400
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426156348
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: 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
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub
Dining room
- Features: Formal Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, View
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Formal Entry, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,950
- Total interior livable area: 2,950 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 4
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Downtown, Ocean, Sutro Tower, Twin Peaks
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 2,448 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2618A026
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Edwardian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $915/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $124,654
- Annual tax amount: $2,282
- Price range: $2.7M - $2.7M
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$7,598/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,699,000$915/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,282 +2.7% | $124,654 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,221 +2% | $122,211 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,177 +2.8% | $119,817 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,118 +2.1% | $117,470 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,076 +92.5% | $115,168 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,078 -48.4% | $113,988 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,089 +3.5% | $111,755 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,018 +19% | $109,566 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,696 +3.8% | $107,419 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,634 +1.5% | $105,315 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,609 +2.6% | $103,734 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,569 | $101,704 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $101,248 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,265 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $97,320 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $96,596 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $96,826 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $94,930 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $93,071 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $91,248 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $89,461 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $86,103 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,430 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $82,775 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $81,152 |
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Neighborhood: Buena Vista
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- District: SF School District
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