Perched atop the coveted north slope of Bernal Heights, 53 Elsie Street is a retreat that frames the San Francisco skyline like a work of art. This thoughtfully appointed residence offers Dolby Atmos speakers throughout, automated window treatments, integrated appliances, and bifold glass doors that lead seamlessly to the expansive lower deck—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The oversized primary suite features its own upper deck and arguably the best views in Bernal. This home even has a gated doggie lawn for all of you with fur babies! Just blocks from Precita Park, Bernal Heights Park, and the vibrant Cortland corridor, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and luxury, with effortless access to transit and freeways. 53 Elsie is a rare gem for those who appreciate timeless architecture and breathtaking, panoramic views.
Sold for $1,710,000
$1,710,000
53 Elsie St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2beds
1,385sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$1,952,800 Zestimate®
$1,235/sqft
$6,931 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,952,800
$1.76M - $2.19M
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Dolby atmos speakersOversized primary suiteAutomated window treatmentsBifold glass doorsBreathtaking panoramic viewsIntegrated appliancesUpper deck
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Listed by:
Alvin Shiu DRE #02115893 415-237-3736,
Ashby & Graff
Bought with:
Richard Bustos, DRE #02243000
Turbohome Brokerage Inc.
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41104074
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,385
- Total interior livable area: 1,385 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Down
Details
- Parcel number: 5613 045
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,600,000
- Annual tax amount: $19,731
- Date on market: 7/9/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $1,710,000+6.9%$1,235/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104074 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,600,000$1,155/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104074 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000-15.8%$1,155/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104074 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2021 | Sold | $1,900,000+26.7%$1,372/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2018 | Sold | $1,500,000+15.8%$1,083/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #470263 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2018 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$935/sqft |
Source: McGuire Real Estate #470263 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+323.2%$935/sqft |
Source: McGuire Real Estate #470263 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/1996 | Sold | $306,000$221/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,731 +1% | $1,600,000 |
| 2024 | $19,532 -17.2% | $1,600,000 -17.4% |
| 2023 | $23,590 +1.9% | $1,938,000 +2% |
| 2022 | $23,148 +19.6% | $1,900,000 +20.5% |
| 2021 | $19,359 -0.7% | $1,576,767 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,493 +3.5% | $1,560,600 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,826 +217% | $1,530,000 +242.5% |
| 2018 | $5,939 +6.6% | $446,754 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,571 +2.1% | $437,995 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,456 +1.3% | $429,408 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,384 +2.7% | $422,959 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,244 | $414,674 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $412,801 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $404,707 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $396,773 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $393,809 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $394,745 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $387,006 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $379,419 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $371,980 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $364,687 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $350,985 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $344,106 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $337,359 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $330,744 |
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Neighborhood: Bernal Heights
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