Opportunity awaits in Merced Heights. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready for its next chapter and offers tremendous potential for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. Period details include hardwood floors, arched openings, a fireplace, and a spacious living and dining room. The functional floor plan is complemented by a large backyard and garage. The lower level includes an unwarranted studio. Enjoy neighborhood and city views from the front of the home. Conveniently located near public transportation, parks, and shopping, this fixer presents an exceptional chance to renovate and add value in a desirable San Francisco neighborhood.
For sale
$800,000
537 Bright St, San Francisco, CA 94132
2beds
1,016sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$787/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large backyardNeighborhood and city viewsFunctional floor planHardwood floorsArched openings
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer C. Davis DRE #01362352 415-812-2340,
Christie's Int'l Real Estate 408-335-1400
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426144870
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- 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: Skylight/Solar Tube, Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Skylight(s), Tile Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Gas
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,016
- Total interior livable area: 1,016 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 2,500 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 6990014
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $787/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $415,531
- Annual tax amount: $2,952
- Price range: $800K - $800K
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,579/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $800,000$787/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #426144870 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,952 +2% | $415,531 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,894 -0.8% | $407,384 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,918 -1.5% | $399,397 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,961 +1.9% | $391,567 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,906 +97.2% | $383,890 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,474 -48.5% | $379,954 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,861 -33.1% | $372,505 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,277 +1.2% | $365,202 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,226 +2.2% | $358,042 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,136 -5% | $351,023 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,351 +2.7% | $345,751 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,237 | $338,979 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $337,448 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $330,833 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $324,347 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $321,925 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $322,690 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $316,364 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $310,162 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $304,081 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $298,120 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $286,920 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $281,295 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $275,780 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $270,373 |
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Neighborhood: Ingleside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Sloat (Commodore) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Aptos Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Balboa High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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