Perched atop Nob Hill, this dramatic, fully reimagined residence (2015) offers sophisticated luxury living, multiple outdoor terraces, exceptional natural light, and a panoramic penthouse entertainment level with view deck. Designed for modern San Francisco living, the home features a flexible floor plan ideal for entertaining, working from home, and hosting guests. The open-concept main living level showcases a spacious living room, dining area, and chef's kitchen perfectly positioned to capture abundant natural light. The dedicated primary suite floor offers a serene retreat with generous closet space and a spa-inspired bath, creating a private sanctuary in the heart of the city. At the top of the home, the penthouse view room is a true showpiece, featuring Bonelli doors that open seamlessly to a large walk-out deck with sweeping downtown San Francisco and East Bay views ideal for entertaining, sunset gatherings, or quiet mornings above the city. The home offers exceptional flexibility for home office, gym, media room, guest quarters, or additional living space. Additional highlights include a laundry room, two-car garage, elevator access to a majority of the home and abundant storage. Located in one of San Francisco's most coveted neighborhoods, this Nob Hill home is just moments from Serafina, Nob Hill Cafe, Le Beau Market, and convenient access to Hyde Street, Polk Street, downtown, and public transportation. Luxury. Views. Flexibility. Prime Nob Hill location.
Sold for $4,250,000
$4,250,000
51 Bernard St, San Francisco, CA 94133
3beds
3,255sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
1,376 Square Feet Lot
$4,255,500 Zestimate®
$1,306/sqft
$7,991 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,255,500
$3.92M - $4.64M
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Two-car garageDedicated primary suite floorExceptional natural lightOpen-concept main living levelDining areaMultiple outdoor terracesAbundant storage
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Listed by:
Colleen M. Cotter DRE #01703078 415-706-1781,
Sotheby's International Realty 415-929-1500,
Carrie Buchanan-Goodman DRE #01736609 415-624-4166,
Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Kate S. Stephenson, DRE #01978450
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426120419
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony
- 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, Shower Stall(s), Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Living Combo
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry Closet, Quartz Counter
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Range Hood, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Other
- Laundry: Ground Floor, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,255
- Total interior livable area: 3,255 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Restrictions, See Remarks, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 5
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bridge(s), City, Downtown
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 1,376 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0157029
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern/High Tech
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,306/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,319,121
- Annual tax amount: $28,376
- Price range: $4.3M - $4.3M
- Date on market: 4/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 53 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Sold | $4,250,000-5.6%$1,306/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #426120419 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2026 | Pending sale | $4,500,000$1,382/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Price change | $4,500,000-4.3%$1,382/sqft |
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| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,700,000+408.1%$1,444/sqft |
Source: SFAR #426120419 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2020 | Listing removed | $12,750$4/sqft |
Source: Compass Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2020 | Price change | $12,750-7.3%$4/sqft |
Source: Compass Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2020 | Listed for rent | $13,750$4/sqft |
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| 8/2/2013 | Sold | $925,000+9.1%$284/sqft |
Source: SFAR #408919 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $848,000$261/sqft |
Source: Realty & You #408919 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,376 +3.1% | $2,319,121 +2% |
| 2024 | $27,531 +1.7% | $2,273,649 +2% |
| 2023 | $27,078 +1.9% | $2,229,069 +2% |
| 2022 | $26,566 +1.8% | $2,185,363 +2% |
| 2021 | $26,101 -1.6% | $2,142,514 +1% |
| 2020 | $26,520 +4.6% | $2,120,546 +2% |
| 2019 | $25,356 +3.5% | $2,078,969 +2% |
| 2018 | $24,500 +105.1% | $2,038,207 +108.6% |
| 2017 | $11,943 +1.7% | $977,025 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,739 +1.3% | $957,868 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,592 +2.7% | $943,481 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,288 | $925,000 +1602.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $54,344 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $53,280 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $52,238 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $51,871 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $51,994 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $50,975 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $49,976 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,997 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $48,037 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $46,234 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,329 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $44,440 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $43,569 |
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Neighborhood: Russian Hill
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