871 42nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121 - Sold

Sold June 11, 2026 for $2,128,000 · 20 days on market

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Listed By Shannon Hughes. DRE# 001886268. Compass. (415) 259-8113

Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 426133303

871 42nd Ave in San Francisco sold for $2,128,000 on June 11, 2026 — 20 days after coming on the market at $1,295,000. That works out to $1,490 per square foot for a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home built in 1927. The 1,428 sq ft house sits in Outer Richmond, which Houseberry scores 4.0/5 overall, 4.1/5 for schools and 4.1/5 for safety — 30th of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a median home price of $2.01M.

Serene and bright Richmond retreat with lovely original detail and excellent expansion potential! Owned by the same family for multiple generations, this lovingly maintained home exudes a warmth and authenticity that are increasingly rare to find. Every corner showcases period details that will melt your heart, from the trim work and light fixtures to the original character that has been thoughtfully preserved over the years. A dedicated entry foyer with a convenient coat closet offers a gracious welcome, setting the stage f

Date	Event & Source	Price	Change
Jun 11, 2026	Sold SFAR	$2,128,000	+64.3%
May 22, 2026	Listed SFAR	$1,295,000

School Name	Type	Grades	Distance	Houseberry School Score
Lafayette Elementary	Primary	K-5	0.5 mi	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
4.5
Public Spaces
3
Curb Appeal
3

Overall Amenities score: 3.3

What neighborhood is 871 42nd Ave in?

871 42nd Ave sits in Outer Richmond, San Francisco. Houseberry gives the neighborhood an overall score of 4.0 out of 5, placing it 30th of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 871 42nd Ave?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 871 42nd Ave for Lafayette Elementary (elementary school, K-5) 0.5 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 871 42nd Ave sell for?

871 42nd Ave closed at $2,128,000 on June 11, 2026. It had been asking $1,295,000.

How long was 871 42nd Ave on the market?

871 42nd Ave was on the market for 20 days — listed on May 22, 2026, sale closed on June 11, 2026.

What is the price per square foot at 871 42nd Ave?

871 42nd Ave works out to $1,490 per square foot, from the $2,128,000 sale price across 1,428 square feet.

Is Outer Richmond a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Outer Richmond 4.0 out of 5 overall, with 4.1 for schools and 4.1 for safety, each on the same five-point scale. The median home price there is $2.01M, against $2,128,000 for this property.

See the full Outer Richmond profile