535 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Sold April 28, 2026 for $835,000 · 11.5% over asking · 25 days on market
$835,000
Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Baths
836 SqFt
$999/SqFt
Apr 28, 2026
Sold Date
Listed By Howard M Epstein. DRE# 002245386. City Real Estate. (415) 710-1302
Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 426117753

Sold Summary

535 Buchanan St in San Francisco sold for $835,000 on April 28, 2026 — 11.5% above its $749,000 asking price — 25 days after coming on the market. That works out to $999 per square foot for a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home built in 1900. The 836 sq ft house sits in Hayes Valley, which Houseberry scores 3.1/5 overall, 2.8/5 for schools and 3.7/5 for safety — 63rd of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a typical home price of $1.25M.

About This Home

Charming Victorian fixer brimming with potential in a desirable Hayes Valley location. This classic home features tall ceilings, original windows, and a traditional floor plan ready for restoration. A rare opportunity for contractors, investors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. Bring your vision and restore this Victorian gem to its former glory. Close to shops, restaurants, and transportation. Endless possibilities await.
Prop Type:
Year Built:
Home Size:
Lot Size:
Single Family
1900
836 SqFt
1,375 SqFt
Neighborhood:
MLS #:
Days on Houseberry:
HOA:
Hayes Valley
426117753
25
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Property History

DateEvent & SourcePriceChange
Apr 28, 2026Sold SFAR$835,000+11.5%
Apr 03, 2026Listed SFAR$749,000

Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesDistanceHouseberry School Score
Muir (John) Elementary PrimaryK-50.1 mi
Lick (James) Middle Middle6-81.8 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

    5.0

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3

Overall Amenities score: 3.4

Other sales on Buchanan St

4 other sales recorded on Buchanan St since September 2025

The 4 sales on Buchanan St
AddressSoldPricePer sq ft
1940 Buchanan StAug 2026$1.5M$1,014
2637 Buchanan StJul 2026$4.85M$1,211
618 Buchanan StJun 2026$875K$1,105
2927 Buchanan StApr 2026$1.42M—

This home's $999 per square foot ranks 4th of the 4 sales on Buchanan St that record one, including this sale.

Questions about this home

What neighborhood is 535 Buchanan St in?

535 Buchanan St sits in Hayes Valley, San Francisco. Houseberry ranks Hayes Valley 63rd of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 535 Buchanan St?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 535 Buchanan St for Muir (John) Elementary (elementary school, K-5) 0.1 mi away and Lick (James) Middle (middle school, 6-8) 1.8 mi away. We hold no high school boundary for this address, which does not mean there is no high school nearby.

How much did 535 Buchanan St sell for?

535 Buchanan St closed at $835,000 on April 28, 2026. It had been asking $749,000.

How long was 535 Buchanan St on the market?

535 Buchanan St was on the market for 25 days — listed on April 3, 2026, sale closed on April 28, 2026.

What is the price per square foot at 535 Buchanan St?

535 Buchanan St works out to $999 per square foot, from the $835,000 sale price across 836 square feet.

Is Hayes Valley a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Hayes Valley 3.1 out of 5 overall, with 2.8 for schools and 3.7 for safety, each on the same five-point scale.

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Hayes Valley scores and market conditions

Houseberry has recorded 91 sales in Hayes Valley since September 2025.

Neighborhood data last updated September 25, 2026

Hayes Valley
Home RatingHome RatingHome RatingHome RatingHome Rating
3.1 /5
Personal Score: 3.8/5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.25M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $25k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    4%

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