537 Bright St, San Francisco, CA 94132

Sold August 3, 2026 for $816,600 · 2.1% over asking · 26 days on market
$816,600
Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,016 SqFt
$804/SqFt
Aug 3, 2026
Sold Date
Listed By Jenn Davis. DRE# 001362352. Christie's Int'l Real Estate. (415) 812-2340
Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 426144870

Sold Summary

537 Bright St in San Francisco sold for $816,600 on August 3, 2026 — 2.1% above its $800,000 asking price — 26 days after coming on the market. That works out to $804 per square foot for a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home built in 1926. The 1,016 sq ft house sits in Merced Heights, which Houseberry scores 3.8/5 overall, 3.6/5 for schools and 4.7/5 for safety — 25th of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a typical home price of $1.33M.

About This Home

Opportunity awaits in Merced Heights. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready for its next chapter and offers tremendous potential for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. Period details include hardwood floors, arched openings, a fireplace, and a spacious living and dining room. The functional floor plan is complemented by a large backyard and garage. The lower level includes an unwarranted studio. Enjoy neighborhood and city views from the front of the home. Conveniently located near public tr...Show More
Prop Type:
Year Built:
Home Size:
Lot Size:
Single Family
1926
1,016 SqFt
2,500 SqFt
Neighborhood:
MLS #:
Days on Houseberry:
HOA:
Merced Heights
426144870
26
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Property History

DateEvent & SourcePriceChange
Aug 03, 2026Sold SFAR$816,600+2.1%
Jul 08, 2026Listed SFAR$800,000

Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesDistanceHouseberry School Score
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary PrimaryK-50.9 mi

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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.

Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near Good Merchants

    4.2

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    2.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    2.5

Overall Amenities score: 2.8

Other sales on Bright St

2 other sales recorded on Bright St since September 2025

The 2 sales on Bright St
AddressSoldPricePer sq ft
239 Bright StJul 2026$1.52M$926
442 Bright StDec 2025$935K$1,117

This home's $804 per square foot ranks 3rd of the 3 sales on Bright St that record one, including this sale.

Questions about this home

What neighborhood is 537 Bright St in?

537 Bright St sits in Merced Heights, San Francisco. Houseberry ranks Merced Heights 25th of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 537 Bright St?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 537 Bright St for Sloat (Commodore) Elementary (elementary school, K-5) 0.9 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 537 Bright St sell for?

537 Bright St closed at $816,600 on August 3, 2026. It had been asking $800,000.

How long was 537 Bright St on the market?

537 Bright St was on the market for 26 days — listed on July 8, 2026, sale closed on August 3, 2026.

What is the price per square foot at 537 Bright St?

537 Bright St works out to $804 per square foot, from the $816,600 sale price across 1,016 square feet.

Is Merced Heights a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Merced Heights 3.8 out of 5 overall, with 3.6 for schools and 4.7 for safety, each on the same five-point scale.

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Merced Heights scores and market conditions

Houseberry has recorded 9 sales in Merced Heights since September 2025.

Neighborhood data last updated September 25, 2026

Merced Heights
Home RatingHome RatingHome RatingHome RatingHome Rating
3.8 /5
Personal Score: 4.2/5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.33M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $1k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    3%

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