1638 Lake St, San Francisco, CA 94121

Sold October 17, 2025 for $5,600,000 · 1.7% under asking · 39 days on market

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Listed By Ana T.L. Dierkhising. DRE# 001466124. Compass. (415) 264-6848

Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 425070898

1638 Lake St in San Francisco sold for $5,600,000 on October 17, 2025 — 1.7% below its $5,695,000 asking price — 39 days after coming on the market. That works out to $1,282 per square foot for a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath single-family home built in 1913. The 4,368 sq ft house sits in Lake Street, which Houseberry scores 4.1/5 overall, 4.1/5 for schools and 4.2/5 for safety — 17th of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a median home price of $5.13M.

Welcome to this stunning Edwardian home featuring 4-bdrm, 3.5-bath, 4,368 sq ft residence artfully combining classic charm with contemporary elegance. Nestled on a 30' wide lot, the fully detached home is filled with natural light, offering space & tranquility. High ceilings and large windows create a bright, airy atmosphere. Gleaming hrdwd floors and traditional details evoke timeless style. The main level, ideal for entertaining, boasts a grand foyer, sophisticated living room w/ a marble fireplace, and a refined dining ro

Date	Event & Source	Price	Change
Oct 17, 2025	Sold SFAR	$5,600,000	−1.7%
Sep 08, 2025	Listed SFAR	$5,695,000

School Name	Type	Grades	Distance	Houseberry School Score
Alamo Elementary	Primary	K-5	0.4 mi	4.5/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

Near Good Merchants
5.0
Public Spaces
3.5
Curb Appeal
4

Overall Amenities score: 4

What neighborhood is 1638 Lake St in?

1638 Lake St sits in Lake Street, San Francisco. Houseberry gives the neighborhood an overall score of 4.1 out of 5, placing it 17th of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 1638 Lake St?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 1638 Lake St for Alamo Elementary (elementary school, K-5) 0.4 mi away. We hold no middle school and high school boundary for this address, which does not mean there is no such school nearby.

How much did 1638 Lake St sell for?

1638 Lake St closed at $5,600,000 on October 17, 2025. It had been asking $5,695,000.

How long was 1638 Lake St on the market?

1638 Lake St was on the market for 39 days — listed on September 8, 2025, sale closed on October 17, 2025.

What is the price per square foot at 1638 Lake St?

1638 Lake St works out to $1,282 per square foot, from the $5,600,000 sale price across 4,368 square feet.

Is Lake Street a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Lake Street 4.1 out of 5 overall, with 4.1 for schools and 4.2 for safety, each on the same five-point scale. The median home price there is $5.13M, against $5,600,000 for this property.

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