Perched along San Francisco's Portola corridor, 38 Portola Drive pairs incredible city views with massive potential. From sunrise colors over the city to twinkling evening lights, the views set the tone for a home that is ready to be reimagined. The main level features a large living room that flows to the dining area, both framed by east facing windows and sweeping outlooks. A bright kitchen catches the morning light, a convenient half bath serves the level, and a bonus room off the living space offers flexibility for office, playroom, or guest room. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, each bedroom spacious with generous closet space & potential for a decked out primary suite. A 2 car garage with room for storage and a backyard ready for creative landscaping help to complete the home. Here, location works as hard as the views. Moments to Twin Peaks trails and Glen Canyon open space, with quick connections to West Portal, Noe Valley, and the Castro for everyday essentials and weekend favorites. Transit, tech shuttle stops, and freeway access keep the whole city and Peninsula within easy reach. Offered in present condition, 38 Portola is a canvas for contractors, designers, and end users alike, an opportunity to craft a tailored home on a storied San Francisco hill
Sold for $1,410,000
$1,410,000
38 Portola Dr, San Francisco, CA 94131
3beds
1,661sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
1,646 Square Feet Lot
$1,594,200 Zestimate®
$849/sqft
$7,225 Estimated rent
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Bright kitchenEast facing windowsIncredible city viewsConvenient half bathDining areaSweeping outlooksBonus room
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Listed by:
Colleen M. Cotter DRE #01703078 415-706-1781,
Sotheby's International Realty 415-929-1500
Bought with:
Trent C. Zhu, DRE #01157382
Corcoran Icon Properties
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425075827
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Office
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: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Combo
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Features
- Formal Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,661
- Total interior livable area: 1,661 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Inside Entrance, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, City Lights, Downtown, San Francisco
Lot
- Size: 1,646 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2826028
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $849/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $102,760
- Annual tax amount: $1,244
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Sold | $1,410,000+41.7%$849/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$599/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000$599/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,244 +2.8% | $102,760 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,209 +1.5% | $100,746 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,192 +1.8% | $98,772 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,171 +1.7% | $96,838 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,151 -0.2% | $94,942 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,153 +3.4% | $93,970 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,116 +3.3% | $92,130 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,080 +1.2% | $90,326 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,067 +4.6% | $88,556 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,020 +1.3% | $86,822 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,008 +2.7% | $85,520 +2% |
| 2014 | $981 | $83,848 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $83,472 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $81,838 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $80,234 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $79,637 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $79,826 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $78,264 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,732 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,228 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $73,754 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $70,988 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $69,598 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $68,236 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $66,898 |
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Neighborhood: Upper Market
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