36-52 Calhoun Terrace is a rare and architecturally significant 11-unit apartment building cascading down the eastern slope of Telegraph Hill with sweeping bay, waterfront, and city views. Originally constructed in the late 1930s as the Hoeffler Building,'' this unique multifamily property was designed to step dramatically down the hillside in the style of a Swiss mountainside village. Located on secluded Lower Calhoun Terrace, a hidden WPA-era street at the eastern end of Union Street, the property offers exceptional privacy, tranquility, and a setting more reminiscent of a European hillside enclave than an urban environment. Building features 11 distinctive residences ,a well-balanced unit mix of nine one-bedroom residences (six with bonus rooms) and two two-bedroom residences with bonus rooms. Each unit enjoys private outdoor space, abundant natural light, and remarkable views, while several feature expansive view decks. Rich in San Francisco history, Apartment 42 was home to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in 1939-1940 while Rivera was creating his celebrated Pan American Unity mural. Adjacent to the historic Kahn House by renowned architect Richard Neutra, the property combines architectural significance with convenient access to North Beach, Russian Hill, Jackson Square, the Embarcadero, Coit Tower, Washington Square Park, Chinatown, and the Financial District via the nearby Montgomery, Filbert, and Greenwich Street Steps. Current metrics include approximately $444,716 NOI, a 5.56% cap rate, and a 12.92 GRM, with long-term rental upside through future turnover and rent optimization. A truly generational investment opportunity in one of San Francisco's most tightly held and historically significant neighborhoods.
For sale
$8,000,000
36-52 Calhoun Ter, San Francisco, CA 94111
13beds
0baths
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Multi Family
Built in 1938
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Remarkable viewsAbundant natural light
- 67 days
- 1,101
- 41
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jean-Paul Samaha DRE #01485512 415-279-0997,
Vanguard Properties 415-321-7000,
Edward R. Deleski DRE #01450369 415-350-9083,
Vanguard Properties
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426136882
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 13
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Central, Hot Water
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Deck, Covered, Uncovered Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridge(s), City, City Lights, Downtown, San Francisco
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 4,201 Square Feet
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Private
- Topography: Hillside,Lot Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 0113062
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Separate Meter
- Gas: Separate Meter
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price range: $8M - $8M
- Date on market: 6/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Total actual rent: 0
- Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,456/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $8,000,000 |
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| 7/31/2026 | Pending sale | $8,000,000 |
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| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $8,000,000 |
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Neighborhood: Telegraph Hill
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