791 San Jose Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110-4915, USA


Property Overview:

789-791 San Jose Ave is a historic duplex in San Francisco, CA, originally built in 1907 and owned by the same family for generations. The property features 2 main flats plus a legal ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), totaling 7 bedrooms, 4+ bathrooms, and approximately 2,640 sq. ft. of living space on a 2,156 sq. ft. lot. The building is wood frame construction with a concrete foundation and includes a 1-car garage. The estimated home value is $2,750,000 (last sold for $1,600,000 in 2017).


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Population:

    • Community of 78,833 residents (7% growth since 2000)
    • 52% families with children
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (25%), followed by 35-44 years (21%)
  • Schools:

    • Nearby: Huerta (Dolores) Elementary, Lick (James) Middle, S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop)
    • Average SAT score: 874 (below state average of 975)
  • Job Market:

    • 50.4% white-collar jobs, 49.6% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 5.9% (higher than state average of 4.7%)
  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 19.7% (higher than state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 15% (higher than state average of 10.8%)
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $55,437
    • Average annual spending: $45,965
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 48.2°F (January), 63.1°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 21.8 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year

Property Features:

  • Unit Mix:

    • Upper Flat: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
    • Lower Flat (Owner’s): 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
    • Legal ADU/In-law: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen (finished basement)
    • Additional Studio/Bonus Room with full bath off garage
  • Interior Details:

    • Vintage crown moldings, high ceilings, hardwood floors
    • Updated kitchens with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops
    • Remodeled bathrooms with marble tile and modern fixtures
    • French doors open to deck and backyard patio
    • Fireplaces and period details throughout
  • Layout & Flexibility:

    • Open-concept living/dining areas
    • Flexible floor plans for work-from-home or multi-generational living
    • Laundry in-unit and in ADU
  • Parking & Outdoor Space:

    • 1-car garage
    • Landscaped shared yard and outdoor dining area
    • Decks and balconies for entertaining
  • Systems & Upgrades:

    • Separately metered for gas and electric
    • Fire sprinklers installed
    • Recent extensive remodels with permits and final inspections
  • Zoning:

    • RH3 (Residential, House, Three Family)

Location Benefits:

  • Prime location at the intersection of Noe Valley, Inner Mission, Bernal Heights, and Glen Park
  • Walkable to Mission Street shopping, restaurants, nightlife, and parks
  • Excellent access to public transportation, Silicon Valley/South Bay Tech Shuttle stops, and freeways
  • Warmest weather in San Francisco
  • Potential for condo conversion or owner-occupy with rental income

Price and Status History

date type price
2015-10-01 Rental 200000
2015-12-11 Sold 206000
2017-08-29 Sold 1600000
2017-09-06 Sold 1600000
2019-09-23 For Sale 1900000
2019-11-01 Pending NaN
2019-11-04 For Sale NaN
2022-05-03 For Sale 1150000
2022-05-04 Pending NaN
2022-06-23 For Sale 1350000
2022-06-24 For Sale 2500000
2022-06-26 For Sale 1788000
2022-09-03 For Sale 1195000
2022-09-28 Pending NaN
2023-06-14 Off Market NaN
2024-01-01 For Sale 2750000
2024-08-09 For Sale NaN
2024-09-06 For Sale 899000
2024-09-26 For Sale 2100000
2024-10-03 For Sale 1250000
2024-11-09 For Sale NaN
2024-11-21 Sold 1100000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
ALEMANY HOUSING PROJECT 956 Ellsworth Street, San Francisco, CA 94110-5935, USA N N NF 0 CAD983620642 0.70
KNUDSON PARK BET 24TH & 26TH, Potrero Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA N N NF 0 CAD980674048 0.75
COOKSON CO 1525 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110-5714, USA N N NF 0 CAD982358616 0.77
MARKET HEIGHTS 100 Alemany Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94110-6221, USA N N NF 0 CAD983623760 0.85

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
MCALINDON’S AUTO 1270 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94110-3029, USA OPR: Operating 0.7

Flood Risk Info

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AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

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High 0 0 0 0

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