281 Castro ST, San Francisco, CA 94114
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281 Castro ST, San Francisco, CA 94114
281 Castro ST, San Francisco, CA 94114
281 Castro ST, San Francisco, CA 94114
281 Castro ST, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Yevgeni Vlasov

Yevgeni Vlasov

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Listed by Justin Hedemark Helm Real Estate
$ 4,700,000
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281 Castro ST San Francisco, CA 94114

5 Beds

6 Baths

4,998 SqFt

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Tue May 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Sat May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sun May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,998 sqft

Price per Sqft $940

MLS Listing ID 426128127

Style Victorian

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 5

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1900

Lot Size 2,495 Sqft

Acres 0.0573

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Set along one of San Francisco's most iconic corridors, 281 Castro Street presents a rare opportunity to own a fully renovated, legal two-unit building with a fully warranted ADU. Behind its historic facade lies a thoughtfully curated living experience that blends architectural charm with contemporary sophistication, ideal for multi-generational living, income potential, or a seamless single-residence compound. Fully renovated in 2025-2026, the primary residence boasts 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 3 levels (appx. 3,693 sqft), including a finished attic, primary suite with expansive en suite bathroom, soaking tub and wet-room, downtown City views, walk-in cedar-lined closet, refinished hardwood floors, luxury finishes including a chef's kitchen, stainless steel Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a soapstone island, a coffee bar, and modern open-concept living. The lower level includes a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom garden apartment (appx. 954 sq/ft) with access to the backyard, and a studio ADU (appx. 351 sq/ft), perfect for au pair quarters or a guest suite. With 5+ bedrooms, 5.5+ bathrooms, and multiple outdoor spaces, 281 Castro Street is a rare opportunity to own a piece of San Francisco history, thoughtfully designed for the way we live today.

Location

State CA

County San Francisco

Area Sf District 5

Zoning RH3

Rooms

Dining Room Bar, Formal Area, Space in Kitchen

Interior

Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formal Entry, In-Law Floorplan

Heating Central, Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Luxury Vinyl Plank, Marble, Painted/Stained, Quartz, Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplaces Type Gas, Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Bay Window(s),Dual Pane Partial,Skylight(s)

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Washer/Dryer Stacked

Laundry Laundry Closet, See Remarks

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Uncovered Courtyard

Utilities Available Natural Gas Connected, Public, Underground Utilities

View Bay, City, Downtown, San Francisco

Roof Type Composition

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Zero Lot Line

Story 4

Foundation Combination, Concrete, Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Victorian

New Construction Yes

Schools

School District San Francisco

Others

Tax ID 3561033

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