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$3,000,000ActiveDays on Market 1

1520 California Street

San Francisco, CA 94109· Nob Hill

3 beds5,649 sqft$531/sqft

Key Details

Bedrooms

3

Square Feet

5,649

Year Built

1908

Lot Size

2,391 sqft (0.05 ac)

Type

Multi Family

About This Property

1520 California Street is a 13 unit apartment building excellently located in the coveted Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. The unit mix includes 3 one bedroom apartments and 10 studio apartments, including a penthouse studio with a lovely deck area and views. The units have ample natural light and have been updated to varying degrees. Some of the units boast wonderful period details including hardwood floors, built in cabinets, and Bay windows. Separately metered for gas and electricity. Owner provides steam heat and pays for water and trash. This property presents an attractive opportunity with rental upside for those looking to invest into one of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods.

Property Information

Property TypeMulti Family
Year Built1908
Living Area5,649 sqft
Lot Size2,391 sqft (0.05 ac)
NeighborhoodNob Hill
CountySan Francisco
Total Rooms31
Cross StreetLarkin Street
APN0644009
MLS#426165805
StatusActive
Days on Market1

Facts & Features

Exterior & Lot

Lot FeaturesShape Regular
Lot Size2,391 sqft (0.05 ac)

Income Property

Units13
Units Leased13
Cap Rate5.85%

Bedroom and bathroom counts are totals across all units.

Property History

DateEventPrice
Sep 25, 2026Listed$3,000,000

Getting Around

100

Walk

Walker's Paradise

96

Transit

Rider's Paradise

76

Bike

Very Bikeable

Scores by Walk Score

Public Records

Assessed Value$1,504,963
Current Taxes (est.)$17,759 / yr
Taxes at This Price (est.)$35,400 / yr
Last Sale (public record)1996-01-12
Legal Units13
Assessor UseApartment 5 to 14 Units
Building Area (assessor)5,649 sqft
Lot (assessor)2,391 sqft
Year Built (assessor)1908
Flood ZoneFEMA Zone X (minimal hazard)

Sources: San Francisco Assessor-Recorder secured roll; FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. Tax estimates use the citywide secured rate and exclude parcel taxes and exemptions.

Schools

Nearby Public Schools

Elementary (K-5)Redding Elementary · 0.1 mi
Elementary (K-5)Spring Valley Elementary · 0.2 mi
Middle (6-8)Francisco Middle · 1 mi
Middle (5-8)KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy (charter) · 1.1 mi
High (9-12)Galileo Academy of Science and Technology · 0.9 mi
High (9-12)Gateway High (charter) · 1.1 mi

SFUSD enrollment is choice-based; schools shown by distance for reference, not assignment. Source: California Department of Education directory.

Location

Neighborhood: Nob Hill

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Chris Chour

Chris Chour

Broker / Owner

EON Real Estate

Estimated payment

$18,966/mo

Principal & interest$16,016
Property taxes (est.)$2,950

30-yr fixed at 7.03% (Freddie Mac survey, 2026-09-24). Taxes estimated at the SF rate on this price. Estimate only, not a loan offer.

MLS# 426165805

Listed by Dan McGue, DRE #00656579 · Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty

Data courtesy of SFAR MLS via Bridge Data Output. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.