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  • For Sale
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  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,998 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 2 days ago

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281 Castro Street,San Francisco, CA 94114

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    281 Castro Street,San Francisco, CA 94114
    281 Castro StreetSan FranciscoCA94114
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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 a studio ADU (appx. 351 sq/ft), perfect for au pair quarters or a guest suite. With 5+ bedrooms, 5.5+ bathrooms, and multiple outdoor spaces, 281 Castro Street is a rare opportunity to own a piece of San Francisco history, thoughtfully designed for the way we live today.

Full Property Details for 281 Castro St

General

  • Price: $4,700,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: San_Francisco
  • MLS ID: 426128127
  • Updated: 5/11/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 20
  • Rooms/Areas: Attic, Dining Room, Great Room, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room, Studio
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formal Entry, In-Law Floorplan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace(s): Gas, Living Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Marble, Painted/Stained, Quartz, Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Jack & Jill, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Marble, Quartz, Shower Stall(s), Stone, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Primary Bathroom: Double Vanity, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Marble, Multiple Shower Heads, Quartz, Soaking Tub, Stone, Window

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bedroom: Balcony, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet
  • Bedroom 1: Balcony, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Kitchen Island, Pantry Closet, Quartz Counter, Stone Counters
  • Dining Room: Bar, Formal Area, Space in Kitchen
  • Laundry: Laundry Closet, See Remarks, Laundry Closet, See Remarks

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Uncovered Courtyard

Location

  • Area: SF District 5
  • County: San Francisco
  • Cross Streets: 16th
  • Driving Directions: Traveling west on Market, take a right onto 16th Street and a right onto Castro. Traveling east on Market, take a left onto Castro. Traveling north on Castro property is on the right. Traveling south on Castro, the property is on the right.
  • Direction Faces: West

School Information

  • Elem School District: San Francisco
  • Midd School District: San Francisco
  • High School District: San Francisco

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Central, Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Public, Underground Utilities

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Construction: Wood, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Combination, Concrete, Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Windows: Bay Window(s), Dual Pane Partial, Skylight(s)
  • Stories/Levels: 4
  • Square Feet: 4,998
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Graphic Artist
  • Living Area: 4,998 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1900

Lot Features

  • Property View: Bay, City, Downtown, San Francisco
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.0573
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,495
  • Lot Features: Zero Lot Line
  • Zoning: RH3
  • Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Gate, Front Yard, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Offer As Is, Trust
  • APN: 3561033

Listed by Helm Real Estate, Justin Hedemark

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Schools serving 281 Castro St

School District:San Francisco Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
McKinley Elementary School, San Francisco, CA
1025 14th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
K-50.2 mi
Everett Middle School
450 Church Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
6-80.3 mi
S.F. International High School
655 De Haro Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
9-121.9 mi
Mission High School
3750 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
9-120.5 mi
O'connell (John) High School
2355 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
9-121.2 mi
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
40 Vega Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
9-121.2 mi
Academy (The)- SF @Mcateer
555 Portola Drive, San Francisco, CA 94131
9-121.5 mi
Asawa (Ruth) San Francisco School Of The Arts, A Public School.
555 Portola Drive, San Francisco, CA 94131
9-121.5 mi
Marshall (Thurgood) High School
45 Conkling Street, San Francisco, CA 94124
9-122.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 281 Castro St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
5/11/2026
Listed
$4,700,000
248.15%
MLS
10/05/2004
Sold
$1,350,000
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Tax History for 281 Castro St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$22,980
3%
$1,881,771
2%
2024
$22,319
2%
$1,844,875
2%
2023
$21,984
2%
$1,808,702
2%
2022
$21,570
2%
$1,773,239
2%
2021
$21,188
-1%
$1,738,471
1%
2020
$21,328
4%
$1,720,646
2%
2019
$20,595
4%
$1,686,909
2%
2018
$19,896
3%
$1,653,833
2%
2017
$19,363
2%
$1,621,406
2%
2016
$19,054
1%
$1,589,615
2%
2015
$18,816
3%
$1,565,739
2%
2014
$18,318
-1%
$1,535,069
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2013
$18,433
—
$1,528,132
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281 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 (MLS# 426128127) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 281 Castro Street is currently listed for $4,700,000 and was received on May 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 281 Castro Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sunset District? You can browse all Sunset District real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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