251 28th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
Sold April 2, 2026 for $6,500,000 · 20 days on market
$6,500,000
Sold Price
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,459 SqFt
$2,643/SqFt
Apr 2, 2026
Sold Date
Listed By John J Caruso. DRE# 001932900. Sotheby's International Realty. (415) 350-0790
Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 426108486

Sold Summary

251 28th Ave in San Francisco sold for $6,500,000 on April 2, 2026 — 20 days after coming on the market at $3,900,000. That works out to $2,643 per square foot for a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath single-family home built in 1916. The 2,459 sq ft house sits in Sea Cliff, which Houseberry scores 4.3/5 overall, 3.8/5 for schools and 5.0/5 for safety — 4th of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a median home price of $3.5M.

About This Home
Situated on a tranquil residential block in Sea Cliff, 251 28th Avenue is a meticulously updated residence from 1916 that elegantly marries the charm of classic San Francisco architecture with the conveniences of modern living. Rich period craftsmanship, including crown moldings and refined millwork, enhances the gracious, light-filled rooms, which are designed for both everyday comfort and memorable gatherings. The main level seamlessly transitions to a reimagined garden, creating a rare indoor-outdoor living experience tha...Show More
Prop Type:
Year Built:
Home Size:
Lot Size:
Single Family
1916
2,459 SqFt
3,000 SqFt
Neighborhood:
MLS #:
Days on Houseberry:
HOA:
Sea Cliff
426108486
20
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Property History
DateEvent & SourcePriceChange
Apr 02, 2026Sold SFAR$6,500,000+66.7%
Mar 13, 2026Listed SFAR$3,900,000
Schools serving this Neighborhood
School NameTypeGradesDistanceHouseberry School Score
Alamo Elementary PrimaryK-50.4 mi

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

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Neighborhood Amenities
  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near Good Merchants

    3.6

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    4.5

Overall Amenities score: 4.1

Questions about this home

What neighborhood is 251 28th Ave in?

251 28th Ave sits in Sea Cliff, San Francisco. Houseberry gives the neighborhood an overall score of 4.3 out of 5, placing it 4th of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 251 28th Ave?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 251 28th Ave 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 251 28th Ave sell for?

251 28th Ave closed at $6,500,000 on April 2, 2026. It had been asking $3,900,000.

How long was 251 28th Ave on the market?

251 28th Ave was on the market for 20 days — listed on March 13, 2026, sale closed on April 2, 2026.

What is the price per square foot at 251 28th Ave?

251 28th Ave works out to $2,643 per square foot, from the $6,500,000 sale price across 2,459 square feet.

Is Sea Cliff a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Sea Cliff 4.3 out of 5 overall, with 3.8 for schools and 5.0 for safety, each on the same five-point scale. The median home price there is $3.5M, against $6,500,000 for this property.

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Neighborhood Summary
Sea Cliff
Home RatingHome RatingHome RatingHome RatingHome Rating
4.3 /5
Personal Score: 4.1/5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $3.5M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $176k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    24%

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