Own a bit of history in a historical neighborhood. A future you can put sweat&dollar-equity. Enjoy the opportunity to design over time a magnificent structure. 508 Congo is just that. This 1907, 600 sq ft cottage awaits the one person who wants the privacy of a home without the HOA or condo building condo. Nestled on a busy little street in the heart of San Francisco's sought after neighborhoods, upper Sunnyside and Glen Park sits this little house with a magnificent future. Why buy a condo when you can have all the control of your own property? You make the remodel decisions over time? Ready to move in and experience what it will need for your first year. With the right dynamic architect to expand this cottage on this parcel will bring a gain far more than any condo ever will. This is one delightful cottage in a delightful, special neighborhood. Only three block walk to our Glen Park BART, and easy access to highway 280. Take a walk along Congo down to Glen Park Canyon one of San Francisco's best Rec & Park locales near the Glen Park Village with merchants, eateries, java houses and Library. Step back in time with this 1907 cottage and travel into your future. This is one investment on a great parcel of land. Easy to show privately or open Sundays. Let me tell you about it.
Sold for $824,000
$824,000
508 Congo St, San Francisco, CA 94131
1beds
611sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
2,504 Square Feet Lot
$1,001,300 Zestimate®
$1,349/sqft
$3,221 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,001,300
$891,000 - $1.12M
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Glen parkUpper sunnyside
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Listed by:
Paul J. Andreini DRE #01865524 415-902-8969,
Avenue 8 Inc. 415-322-9096
Bought with:
Oliver L. Henrikson, DRE #02065452
Compass
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 423919221
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
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
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Plumbed, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Formal Entry, Storage
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Caulked/Sealed, Double Pane Windows, Weather Stripped, Window Coverings
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 611
- Total interior livable area: 611 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Uncovered Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 2,504 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Private, Street Lights
- Topography: Lot Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 6763016
- Zoning description: Historical,Seismic Hazard Zone
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Original,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Details
- Builder name: Not Known
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, Heating, Water Heater, Windows
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,349/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $840,480
- Annual tax amount: $10,805
- Price range: $824K - $824K
- Date on market: 10/27/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 101 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2024 | Sold | $824,000-3.1%$1,349/sqft |
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| 1/24/2024 | Pending sale | $850,000$1,391/sqft |
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| 1/15/2024 | Price change | $850,000-5.3%$1,391/sqft |
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| 11/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $898,000-7.2%$1,470/sqft |
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| 8/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/26/2023 | Price change | $968,000-11.8%$1,584/sqft |
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| 1/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,098,000$1,797/sqft |
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| 12/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,098,000$1,797/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,805 -27.5% | $840,480 -29.8% |
| 2024 | $14,912 +1.9% | $1,196,460 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,640 +1133.2% | $1,173,000 +3337.3% |
| 2022 | $1,187 +2.2% | $34,126 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,161 -6.3% | $33,458 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,239 +2.8% | $33,116 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,206 +3.4% | $32,467 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,166 +36.4% | $31,831 +2% |
| 2017 | $855 +6.2% | $31,208 +2% |
| 2016 | $805 +1.8% | $30,597 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $791 +2.3% | $30,138 +2% |
| 2014 | $773 | $29,549 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $29,417 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $28,841 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $28,276 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,067 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $28,133 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $27,582 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $27,042 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $26,512 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $25,993 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $25,018 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $24,529 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $24,048 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $23,577 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Glen Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Glen Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Lick (James) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Balboa High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SF School District
Source: SFAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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