LAST SOLD ON SEP 5, 2014 FOR $3,012,000

279 Castenada Ave,
San Francisco, CA 94116

$3,672,405

Redfin Estimate

Beds

5.5

4,665

Sq Ft

About this home

This Forest Hill luxury detached residence offers spectacular views and features some of the largest sq. footage in the area. Located on desirable Castenada Ave., the home has recently been updated with current colors and style featuring refinished hardwood floors in walnut tones, deluxe custom window treatment and nice accents. There are 4-5 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 3 half. There is a convenient elevator to all levels. Don't miss the spacious roof terrace with fabulous pano views to the hillside and ocean. Great downtown commute from 2 muni stations and short distance to the West Portal Village shopping. This is a great neighborhood with beautiful trees and a wonderful setting.

Listed by Carolyn Adducci •DRE #00715035 • Paragon Real Estate Group

•415-738-7000 (broker)

Bought with Larry Franzella •DRE #00512797 • Prudential California Realty

•650-589-1000 (broker)

•John@PruCal.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 13 minutes ago (Sept 23, 2023 at 12:00am)

•Source:San Francisco MLS #422267

Property Type

Single Family Residential

HOA Dues

$25/month

Year Built

2000

Style

Contemporary

Community

San Francisco

Lot Size

3,885 Sq. Ft.

Redfin Estimate

$3,672,405

Price/Sq.Ft.

$787

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$3,672,405

+$660K since sold in 2014 • Last updated 09/23/2023 12:13 am

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SOLD MAY 1, 2023
$3,600,000
A
Sold Price
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,205 Sq. Ft.
55 Mendosa Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
$336/sq ft
larger lot
48 years older
55 Mendosa Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
SOLD AUG 17, 2023
$2,625,000
B
Sold Price
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,830 Sq. Ft.
2056 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
$141/sq ft
larger lot
60 years older
2056 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
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SOLD DEC 27, 20223D & VIDEO TOUR
$3,885,000
C
Last Sold Price
6 Beds
7.5 Baths
5,705 Sq. Ft.
15 Castenada Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
$106/sq ft
larger lot
12 years newer
15 Castenada Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
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SOLD APR 20, 2023
$2,210,000
D
Sold Price
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,943 Sq. Ft.
316 Warren Dr, San Francisco, CA 94131
$36/sq ft
smaller lot
10 years older
316 Warren Dr, San Francisco, CA 94131
1 / 35
SOLD MAR 30, 2023VIDEO TOUR
$1,830,000
E
Sold Price
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,590 Sq. Ft.
2143 14th Ave, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94116
$277/sq ft
smaller lot
24 years older
2143 14th Ave, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94116
1 / 51
SOLD MAY 19, 2023VIDEO TOUR
$2,860,000
F
Sold Price
4 Beds
3 Baths
—Sq. Ft.
479 Pacheco St, San Francisco, CA 94116
smaller lot
31 years older
479 Pacheco St, San Francisco, CA 94116

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Rental Estimate for 279 Castenada Ave

$11,031 / mo

Property details for 279 Castenada Ave

Parking

Parking & Garage Information

Parking Total: 2

Parking Type: On Site (Single Family Only)

Parking Features: Attached, Interior Access, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information

# of Bathrooms (Total): 5

# of Bathrooms (Full): 5

# of Bathrooms (Partial): 1
Other Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s)

Bedroom Information

# of Bedrooms (Total): 5

Heating & Cooling

Heating: Central

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave

Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Green Verification Rating: 0
# of Stories: 4

Room Information

Room Type: Wine Cellar

Living Room Features: View

Main Level: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s)
Lower Level: Family Room, Partial Bath(s)
Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)

Exterior

Exterior Features

Allows Horses: No

Fireplaces Total: 3

Roof: Bitumen
Security Features: Smoke Detector
Window Features: Window Coverings

Pool Information

Has Private Pool: No

Has Spa: No

Property Information

Property Type: Residential

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Subtype Description: Detached
Year Built: 2,000
Living Area: 4,665

Lot Information

Lot Features: Landscape Front

Lot Size Acres: 0.0892

Lot Size Square Feet: 3885.00
Lot Size Units: SqFt

Utilities

Utility Information

Sewer: Public Sewer

Water Source: Public

Location

HOA Information

Association YN: Yes

Association Amenities: Clubhouse

Association Fee: $300
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds

School Information

School District County: San Francisco

Community Information

Senior Community YN: No

Property information provided by San Francisco MLS when last listed in 2014. This data may not match . Learn more.

Sale and tax history for 279 Castenada Ave

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Public facts and zoning for 279 Castenada Ave

Beds

Baths

Sq. Ft.

4,436

Stories

Lot Size

3,885 Sq. Ft.

Style

Single Family Residential

Year Built

2000

Year Renovated

—

County

San Francisco County

APN

2880 014

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2023.

Zoning

RH-1(D) | Permitted: Single-Family, ADU, Commercial

Cost of home ownership

$14,856 per month

30-year fixed, 4.1% interest

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Mortgage payment$10,915

Property taxes$3,138

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Homeowners' insurance$803

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Outstanding mortgage

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+$36,724

Your total sale proceeds$1,508,242$1,544,966

Seller agent commission2.5% ($91,810)1.5% ($55,086)

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Schools

This home is within the San Francisco Unified School District.

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GreatSchools Summary Rating

8/10

West Portal Elementary School

Public, K-5 • Serves this home • 0.3mi

7/10

Hoover (herbert) Middle School

Public, 6-8 • Serves this home • 0.3mi

-/10

Asawa (ruth) San Francisco School of the Arts, A Public School.

Public, 9-12 • Nearby school • 0.8mi

-/10

Academy (the)- Sf @mcateer

Public, 9-12 • Nearby school • 0.8mi

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Transportation near 279 Castenada Ave

77/100

Very walkable

Walk Score®

75/100

Excellent transit

Transit Score®

61/100

Bikeable

Bike Score®

Climate risks

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Risk Factor

Flood Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to flood in next 30 years

Fire Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

Heat Factor - Minimal

4 days above 76° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years

Wind Factor - Minimal

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

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Real estate market insights for 279 Castenada Ave

Single-Family Home sales (last 30 days)

Southwest San FranciscoNeighborhood
$1.56M
Median list price
28
Median days on mkt.
137
# listed homes
$950
Median $ / sq. ft.
107.3%
Median sale-to-list
84
# sold homes
Forest HillNeighborhood
$1.5M
Median list price
106
Median days on mkt.
1
# listed homes
$930
Median $ / sq. ft.
101.6%
Median sale-to-list
2
# sold homes
Twin Peaks WestNeighborhood
$1.67M
Median list price
34
Median days on mkt.
28
# listed homes
$956
Median $ / sq. ft.
104.7%
Median sale-to-list
13
# sold homes
Sunset DistrictNeighborhood
$1.48M
Median list price
27
Median days on mkt.
47
# listed homes
$927
Median $ / sq. ft.
109.4%
Median sale-to-list
39
# sold homes
94116ZIP
$1.45M
Median list price
29
Median days on mkt.
23
# listed homes
$921
Median $ / sq. ft.
109.1%
Median sale-to-list
24
# sold homes
San FranciscoCity
$1.56M
Median list price
36
Median days on mkt.
307
# listed homes
$956
Median $ / sq. ft.
107.4%
Median sale-to-list
150
# sold homes
San Francisco CountyCounty
$1.75M
Median list price
40
Median days on mkt.
225
# listed homes
$968
Median $ / sq. ft.
106.7%
Median sale-to-list
116
# sold homes

Single Family Homes trends in Southwest San Francisco

Median Sale Price
# of Homes Sold
Median Days on Market

Median Sale Price

(Single Family Homes)

$1,503,000

-14.1% YoY | Aug 2023

1 year
3 year
5 year

Based on Redfin calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

Location

Data

Aug 2023

Growth

% YoY

Southwest San Francisco

$1,503,000

-14.1%

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Market competition in Southwest San Francisco

Calculated over the last 3 months

Very Competitive

Redfin Compete Score™

100

Many homes get multiple offers, some with waived contingencies.
The average homes sell for about 6% above list price and go pending in around 23 days.
Hot homes can sell for about 16% above list price and go pending in around 13 days.

Compare to nearby neighborhoods

Noe Valley is somewhat competitive

Some homes get multiple offers.
The average homes sell for about 2% above list price and go pending in around 39 days.
Hot homes can sell for about 6% above list price and go pending in around 20 days.

Pacific Heights is somewhat competitive

Some homes get multiple offers.
The average homes sell for about 1% below list price and go pending in around 48 days.
Hot homes can sell for about 4% above list price and go pending in around 21 days.

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Nearby recently sold homes

Nearby homes similar to 279 Castenada Ave have recently sold between $2M to $4M at an average of $1,055 per square foot.

SOLD MAY 4, 2023

$2,765,000 Last Sold Price

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,536 Sq. Ft.

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SOLD MAY 1, 2023

$3,600,000 Last Sold Price

5 Beds

4 Baths

3,205 Sq. Ft.

55 Mendosa Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116

(415) 660-9955

55 Mendosa Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116

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SOLD MAR 28, 2023

$2,125,000 Last Sold Price

8 Beds

6 Baths

4,978 Sq. Ft.

110 Merced Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127

(415) 660-9955

110 Merced Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127

Home values near 279 Castenada Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
253 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2916 Sq. Ft.	$2,644,340
285 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,409,597
259 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1928 Sq. Ft.	$2,047,741
260 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,168,100
1 San Marcos Avenue, San Francisco, CA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2344 Sq. Ft.	$2,755,507
50 San Marcos Avenue, San Francisco, CA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2895 Sq. Ft.	$3,170,942
2 San Marcos Avenue, San Francisco, CA - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$2,774,467

Address	Redfin Estimate
265 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2628 Sq. Ft.	$2,460,296
275 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$1,752,382
264 Castenada Avenue #V, San Francisco, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$720,471
81 Lopez Avenue, San Francisco, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2932 Sq. Ft.	$2,878,281
75 Lopez Avenue, San Francisco, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2984 Sq. Ft.	$2,513,699
80 Lopez Avenue, San Francisco, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,352,528
55 Dorantes Avenue, San Francisco, CA 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3432 Sq. Ft.	$2,813,986

Address	Redfin Estimate
270 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3620 Sq. Ft.	$4,273,080
249 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3398 Sq. Ft.	$2,771,797
201 Castenada Avenue, San Francisco, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$797,091
71 Lopez Avenue, San Francisco, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,603,257
90 Lopez Avenue, San Francisco, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,699,042
45 Dorantes Avenue, San Francisco, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,851,034
65 Dorantes Avenue, San Francisco, CA - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2280 Sq. Ft.	$2,525,765

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