281 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

San Francisco
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281 Castro Street,San Francisco, CA 94114
$4,700,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 4,998 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Upcoming open houses
  • Sat, May 16
    02:00 pm - 04:00 pm
  • Sun, May 17
    02:00 pm - 04:00 pm
Listed by: justin hedemark
Office: helm real estate
MLS#:426128127
Source:CABCREIS

Price summary

  • Price:$4,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$940.38

About this home

Set along one of San Francisco's most iconic corridors, 281 Castro Street presents a rare opportunity to own a fully renovated, legal two-unit building with a fully warranted ADU. Behind its historic facade lies a thoughtfully curated living experience that blends architectural charm with contemporary sophistication, ideal for multi-generational living, income potential, or a seamless single-residence compound. Fully renovated in 2025-2026, the primary residence boasts 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 3 levels (appx. 3,693 sqft), including a finished attic, primary suite with expansive en suite bathroom, soaking tub and wet-room, downtown City views, walk-in cedar-lined closet, refinished hardwood floors, luxury finishes including a chef's kitchen, stainless steel Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a soapstone island, a coffee bar, and modern open-concept living. The lower level includes a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom garden apartment (appx. 954 sq/ft) with access to the backyard, and...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1900
  • Listing ID #:426128127
  • Added:3 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 14, 2026 at 02:55 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:6
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:20
  • Flooring:Marble, Painted/Stained, Quartz, Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Bar, Formal Area, Space in Kitchen
  • Bathrooms Description:Double Vanity, Jack & Jill, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Marble, Multiple Shower Heads, Quartz, Shower Stall(s), Soaking Tub, Stone, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Kitchen Description:Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry Closet, Quartz Counter, Range Hood, Stone Counters
  • Bedroom Description:Balcony, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet
  • Living area:4,998 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Central, Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1900
  • Building area:4,998 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.06 Acres
  • Lot Features:Zero Lot Line
  • Architectural Style:Victorian
  • Construction Materials:Wood, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Awning(s), Balcony, Covered, Uncovered Courtyard, Uncovered Deck, Uncovered Patio
  • Foundation Description:Combination, Concrete, Slab

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$4,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$940.38

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Laundry features:Laundry Closet, Washer/Dryer Stacked
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