Rare professionally remodeled modern living on a quiet Sign Hill cul-de-sac with sweeping South City views. This two-level home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a reconfigured layout designed for comfort and function. A newly added family room on the lower level opens directly to the backyard ideal for recreation or guest use. The main floor separates the bedrooms from the living and kitchen areas, enhancing privacy. Updates include premium wood flooring, NEW kitchen with quartz countertop, and state of art stainless-steel appliances. Bathrooms feature new tile, vanities, and fixtures. Electrical and mechanical systems include 200 AMP panel, recessed LED lighting, updated HVAC ducting, and battery-powered smoke/CO alarms. The garage features epoxy floor, fire-rated wall and ceiling, and structural reinforcement. Additional highlights include a NEW Class A roof with 5-year warranties, Milgard double-pane windows with bug screens, fresh exterior paint, a Caldwell walnut-finish entry door, and a steel-railed deck overlooking the city. Moments from Sign Hill Park, Oyster Point, and downtown SSF, this residence enjoys effortless access to BART, Caltrain, and the Bay Areas premier AI and biotech innovation centers blending modern comfort with a peaceful, elevated lifestyle.
Sold for $1,618,000
$1,618,000
553 Diamond Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080
4beds
2,004sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1956
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,642,100 Zestimate®
$807/sqft
$5,792 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,642,100
$1.49M - $1.81M
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Professionally remodeled modern livingSweeping south city viewsUpdated hvac ductingPremium wood flooringFresh exterior paintRecessed led lightingCaldwell walnut-finish entry door
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Listed by:
Brooke He 02128342 650-766-7799,
Coldwell Banker Realty 650-558-4200
Bought with:
Victor Lew, 01905766
Victor Lew, Broker
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82030079
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Bathroom
- Features: FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,004
- Total interior livable area: 2,004 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Back Yard,Mixed Height Type
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, Golf Course, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 012122040
- Zoning: R10006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: IndividualGasMeters
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: South San Francisco
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $807/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,230,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,077
- Date on market: 1/14/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/14/2026 | Sold | $1,618,000-1.2%$807/sqft |
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| 3/29/2026 | Pending sale | $1,638,000$817/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Contingent | $1,638,000$817/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,638,000+33.2%$817/sqft |
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| 11/7/2024 | Sold | $1,230,000+12%$614/sqft |
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| 10/29/2024 | Pending sale | $1,098,000$548/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,098,000$548/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,077 +652.2% | $1,230,000 +1139.7% |
| 2024 | $1,872 +2.4% | $99,215 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,828 +4.8% | $97,271 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,744 +1.7% | $95,365 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,715 +1.5% | $93,496 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,689 +0.7% | $92,539 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,677 +2.3% | $90,725 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,639 +5.1% | $88,947 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,560 +6.7% | $87,204 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,462 +4.8% | $85,495 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,394 | $84,212 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,394 | $82,563 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $82,191 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $80,580 |
| 2011 | -- | $80,580 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $78,412 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,599 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $77,059 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $75,549 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $74,069 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,069 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $71,195 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $69,891 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $68,522 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $67,180 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $65,863 |
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Neighborhood: Sign Hill
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Spruce Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Parkway Heights Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10South San Francisco High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SouthSanFranciscoUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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