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  • $3,495,000

    263 Upper Ter, San Francisco, CA 94117

    4beds
    2,663sqft
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    $23,474/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1914
    1,559 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,312/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original characterDetailed historic facadeWine roomsStorybook facadeWelcoming front porchMassive islandTree-lined street
    Perched on a hillside in this exclusive enclave is a unique view home filled with original character- storybook facade, moldings, bannisters, arches- and painstakingly modernized and expanded for indoor/outdoor living. Just the right flexible spaces offer a place for everyone and every need. Detailed historic facade behind mature plantings aligns with surrounding well-maintained houses and tree-lined street. Welcoming front porch opens to gracious entry hall where you are directed downstairs to the main floor. But before you head there, check out the massive show-stopping primary suite occupying nearly the entire top floor. Original pocket doors open to a sitting room with built-in closets & handsome fireplace. Gigantic picture window frames ever-changing views - clouds floating over the city, streaming sunlight, twilight that welcomes sparkling lights. Through a spectacular curved arch is a gigantic bedroom, with another picture window and attached walk-in closet & newly remodeled luxury bath with dual sinks and perfectly-placed marble tile. Completing this floor is a light-filled office (or nursery/5th bedroom) accessible from entry hall or primary suite. Head downstairs for an entertainment floor like no other. Completely open great room spans the width of the house; the living room flows effortlessly into a remodeled kitchen complete with massive island, pantry closet & pro appliances. All of this is connected to the outside; the back wall is floor to ceiling glass that disappears on both sides opening completely to massive view ipe deck. The indoor/outdoor distinction vanishes for dining alfresco with twinkling lights of the city, Twin Peaks' Sutro Tower and the shimmer of the Bay. Tucked away behind is guest bedroom perfect for au pair with separate entry & dedicated full luxury bath. One more floor down is another perfect suite of rooms. Two tall-ceilinged bedrooms w the same amazing views; both open to a second large deck. Large central family room is perfect for projects or movie night. Luxury bath & laundry/utility room. Extras include a full width attic, wine rooms and massive under-house storage. Leased parking secured for one year (at Seller's expense) across the street. All this in quiet, neighborly Mt Olympus, the geographic center of the city with easy access to Cole Valley, Castro, Haight - and beyond - parks, transit. Make your San Francisco home filled with life & love.
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    Listed by:

    Daniel Kirk Slaughter DRE #01912359 415-531-2800,

    Vanguard Properties 415-655-5600

    Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426160833MLS LogoOriginating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Attic, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, Storage, Wine Cellar
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Closet, Sitting Room, Sound System, 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: Double Vanity, Dual Flush Toilet, Marble, Multiple Shower Heads, Shower Stall(s), Window
      Bathroom
      • Features: Dual Flush Toilet, Marble, Tub w/Shower Over
      Dining room
      • Features: Dining/Living Combo
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Family room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Kitchen
      • Features: Island w/Sink, Pantry Closet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Living room
      • Features: Deck Attached, Great Room, View
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Heating
      • Central, Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
      • Laundry: Inside Room
      Features
      • Formal Entry, Storage
      • Flooring: Marble, Wood
      • Windows: Dual Pane Partial, Window Coverings, Screens
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Master Bedroom
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,663
      • Total interior livable area: 2,663 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Covered, Side By Side, Other
      Features
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Awning(s), Uncovered Deck
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Bay, City, City Lights, Downtown, Hills, Sutro Tower, Twin Peaks
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Bay
      Lot
      • Size: 1,559 Square Feet
      • Topography: Downslope
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2628044A
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Arts & Crafts
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Concrete, Glass, Stucco, Wood
      • Foundation: Concrete
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1914

      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: $1,312/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $2,042,682
      • Annual tax amount: $24,883
      • Price range: $3.5M - $3.5M
      • Date on market: 9/11/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 32 days
      • Total actual rent: 0

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/2/2026Listed for sale$3,495,000$1,312/sqft
        Source: SFAR #426160833 Report a problem
        9/25/2026Pending sale$3,495,000$1,312/sqft
        Source: SFAR #426160833 Report a problem
        9/11/2026Listed for sale$3,495,000+149.6%$1,312/sqft
        Source: SFAR #426160833 Report a problem
        6/16/2010Sold$1,400,000+12%$526/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/9/2004Sold$1,250,000+66.7%$469/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/22/2000Sold$750,000$282/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$24,883 +3%$2,042,682 +2%
        2024$24,167 +1.5%$2,002,632 +2%
        2023$23,806 +1.9%$1,963,368 +2%
        2022$23,358 +1.8%$1,924,874 +2%
        2021$22,946 -0.4%$1,887,134 +1%
        2020$23,041 +3.6%$1,867,788 +2%
        2019$22,248 +3.5%$1,831,170 +2%
        2018$21,496 +15.8%$1,795,268 +15.3%
        2017$18,564 +1.6%$1,557,090 +2%
        2016$18,271 +1.3%$1,526,562 +1.5%
        2015$18,044 +2.7%$1,503,634 +2%
        2014$17,567 $1,474,182 +0.5%
        2013-- $1,467,522 +2%
        2012-- $1,438,748 +2%
        2011-- $1,410,540 +4.5%
        2010-- $1,349,833 -0.2%
        2009-- $1,353,040 +2%
        2008-- $1,326,510 +2%
        2007-- $1,300,500 +2%
        2006-- $1,275,000 +2%
        2005-- $1,250,000 +60.2%
        2003-- $780,300 +2%
        2002-- $765,000 +2%
        2001-- $750,000 +220.6%
        2000-- $233,911
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Buena Vista

        Getting around

        86 / 100
        Very Walkable
        77 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        65 / 100
        Bikeable

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