17 Hillview Ct, San Francisco, CA 94124 | MLS# 355706
17 Hillview Ct San Francisco, CA 94124
Price: $420,800

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,004
$/Sq. Ft.: $210
Lot Size: -
Property Type: Modified, Single-Family Home
Style: Contemporary
View: Bay
Year Built: 1984
Community: Bayview
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 355706
Source: San Francisco MLS
Status: Active
On Redfin: 7 days
Bank Owned Property in Good Bayview Location. A newer property overlooking the Bay. 3 large bedrooms and 2 full baths (1 Master bedroom suite) on the upper level. On the main level there is a living room, family room and kitchen 1/2 bath. There is also a good sized yard- perfect for children or a family pet! On the ground level there is a 2 car side x side garage and plenty of additional storage. The home needs some work, Take a look anytime. Offers will be reviewed as received.

Heh. The price is 420. Heh.

But here’s what Burbed reader Jason had to say:

Check out this beautiful 3/2.5 house in Bayview.  It certainly has a beautiful bayview, as the neighborhood name suggests, of the gorgeous Bay Bridge, East Bay, SF’s Fidi, and an illustrious smokestack.  This can be had for a bargain price of $699,999.  What a steal.

Well, you have to admit that the immediate neighborhood doesn’t look to shabby:

Honestly, I really don’t know enough about this area to make a call on it.

Burbed readers – especially those with more San Francisco tastes – your input please!

240 Andover St, San Francisco, CA 94110 | MLS# 353642
240 Andover St San Francisco, CA 94110
Price: $799,000

Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Sq. Ft.: -
Lot Size: -
Property Type: Detached, Single-Family Home
Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1904
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 353642
Source: San Francisco MLS
Status: Active
On Redfin: 45 days
WOOD FLOORING FOUND! See it again. A true Victorian. 2 beds, 1 bath plus eat-in kitchen, living room, FDR and piano room. Laundry also on main level. Shower over claw-foot tub. Full garage below. Attic above undev. MUST SEE!

Amelia = Lost. The survivors of Oceanic 815 = Lost.

Wood flooring? Found!

At first, I thought it read that “Attic above undead” and that I would need to work on my skills at playing Resident Evil or something. But no, it simply says undev.

Here’s let’s take a look at this attic:

Definitely looks undev to me. What do you think? 2 more bedrooms?

(Thanks to Burbed reader Jeff for this find!)

2307 45th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116 | MLS# 353083
2307 45th Ave San Francisco, CA 94116
Price: $550,000

Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Sq. Ft.: 1,015
$/Sq. Ft.: $542
Lot Size: -
Property Type: Junior, Single-Family Home
Year Built: 1940
Region: San Francisco District 2 (Central West)
Area: Outer Parkside
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 353083
Source: San Francisco MLS
Status: Active
On Redfin: 45 days
Charming & cozy home with remodeled kitchen a few short blocks from the beach! One good sized bedroom plus dining room converted to use as a 2nd bedroom on main floor (no closet). Bonus rooms down not warranted, low maintenance back yard. 1 car garage. Tenant occupied (Fridge & some light fixtures belong to tenant). REO

Let’s face it. Green is the new black which is the new gold. Or something like that. Everyone is trying to leave less of a carbon foot print, especially in San Francisco which is the nation’s least wasteful city.

That’s why Burbed reader Geoff brought this house to my attention. Let’s take a look at this low maintenance back yard:

Oops, sorry! No that’s the new eeBedroom (exercise entertainment bedroom) that’s all the rage right now.

Here’s the photo:

Now seriously. Could you possibly have a back yard that requires less maintenance than that? Talk about drought resistant!

3548 Fulton, San Francisco, CA 94118 | MLS# 351864
3548 Fulton San Francisco, CA 94118
Price: $229,888

Beds: 0
Baths: -
Sq. Ft.: -
Lot Size: -
Property Type: Tenancy In Common, Studio
Style: Contemporary
Region: San Francisco District 1 (Northwest)
Area: Inner Richmond
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 351864
Source: San Francisco MLS
Status: Active
On Redfin: 69 days
JUST REDUCED! Completly remodelled, Garden Studio w/ Storage & Deeded backyard for pets. New appliances, floors granite counters, subway tile & modern lighting, stainless steel appliances, across the street from golden gate park and public transportation.

Burbed reader Jason alerted me to this fine property in SF. Hey, it’s got the lucky price! Hey it’s got 0 bed rooms! Hey it’s got a deeded backyard for pets!

But what’s this all about?

Does this mean that this was formerly a TIC which has now been broken up into separate units? Or is there really $1.3 million in instant equity to be tapped?

Please chime in, SF experts! Please chime in!

601 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110 | MLS# 352172
601 Dolores St San Francisco, CA 94110
Price: $9,950,000

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 17,000
$/Sq. Ft.: $585
Lot Size: -
Property Type: Single-Family Home
Style: Traditional
Year Built: 1910
View: Panoramic, City Lights, Bay Bridge, Downtown, Garden/Greenbelt
Region: San Francisco District 5 (Central)
Area: Mission Dolores
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 352172
Source: San Francisco MLS
Status: Active
On Redfin: 61 days
This stunning Gothic Former Church is now one of the most extraordinary & largest homes in SF. A one-of-a-kind property featuring an enormous lvng area/sanctuary w/ soaring ceilngs, arched wndws framing The Park, original stned glass wndws, custom mahogany finishes, 2 wdbrng & 2 gas frpls, a new chef’s KIT & a spacious DR. The Master BR w/ marble Roman BA, dressing rm & 360 vws from the tower’s meditation rm & deck. Huge grand floor lvl that could be gallery/gym/offce/rcrdng studio. 4-6 Garage.

Thanks to Burbed reader Paul for this find. And people say San Francisco houses are unaffordable. At $585 per square foot, this is an incredible steal!

Personally, I’m wondering where the 3 bedrooms go. I chose to feature this photo because this is probably where I’d put the master bedroom. Just think of how romantic this would be at night! Every night you could renew your marriage by walking down the aisle, up to the altar.

I know IPOs aren’t doing so hot right now, but I just know that when the next hot startup IPOs, this will be instantly snapped up. Can’t you imagine this property filled with Aeron chairs, bean bags, Razor scooters, and neon beer signs? I can. And I can’t wait!

Come on Silicon Valley – let’s snap this up now!

36 VIENNA St, San Francisco County, CA 94112 | MLS# 80837777
36 VIENNA St San Francisco County, CA 94112
Price: $449,950
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
Sq. Ft.: 375
$/Sq. Ft.: $1,200
Lot Size: 2,495 Sq. Ft.
Property Type: Attached Single Family
Year Built: 1900
Stories: 1
Neighborhood: Other Area
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 80837777
Source: MLSListings
Status: Active
On Redfin: 149 days
Unsold in 90 days
Price Reduced!!! Come see this beautifully preserved cottage in this exciting environment of San Fransisco Bay. Lots of natural light and hardwood floors. Has an in-laws unit in rear with permits! View this home, and your Buyer’s will want to make an offer.

Everyone is trying to live more “green” these days, and the Bay Area has always been on the forefront. In this amazing example, this fine San Francisco house manages to fit in 3 bedrooms into just 375 square feet. Is it any wonder that it is $1200 per square foot? The technology and design that must’ve gone into this must’ve been huge!

Here’s what Burbed reader H.T. had to say:

3 beds on 375sqfeet? Or maybe the year it was built? 1900? or maybe price per sqfeet? Or maybe the place this property is found? I wander what exactly they are selling for nearly half a million  bucks here? Price reduced!? And in-laws in a dog’s igloo? If they are selling lot then why are they showing pics of the house? what a “beautifully preserved cottage”!

You know why there aren’t any interior pictures? Probably because they are all patent pending. I bet you’ll need to sign an NDA just to see the inside of this amazing house of the future. You go SF!

First there was Real Bay Area – which is defined as… well… the Real Bay Area. As opposed to the geographic Bay Area which spans 9 counties, 101 cities, and includes places that no one thinks of when you say Bay Area, like Novato, Lafayette, Belvedere, etc. The Real Bay Area is a place where house prices always go up – it is the engine of our nation’s economy – it is a place where smart people go to live.

The Real Bay Area used to include San Francisco… but apparently, it only includes the Real San Francisco:

SFHomeBlog.com – A San Francisco Real Estate Blog: SF is finally ‘officially’ a Buyer’s Market
Despite month’s of negative news regarding real estate, San Francisco has proven amazingly resilient to price decreases (southern neighborhoods such as South of Market not withstanding) that is, until quite recently.

Ouch. Sorry SoMA. You’re now no longer in RSF, and thus no longer in RBA. (Was it a really surprise to any readers here though? After all… how can you compare the boring culture of SoMA to that of Palo Alto and Cupertino?)

Don’t worry – you have the whole year to recuperate!

127 BROAD St, San Francisco County, CA 94112 | MLS# 80778010
127 BROAD St San Francisco County, CA 94112
Price: $390,000
Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Sq. Ft.: 783
$/Sq. Ft.: $498

Lot Size: 2,495 Sq. Ft.
Property Type: Detached Single Family
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1900
Stories: 1
View: City Lights
Neighborhood: Other Area
County: San Francisco
MLS#: 80778010
Source: MLSListings
Status: Active
On Redfin: 312 days
Unsold in 90 days
Big price reduction, great investment opportunity for investor or first time buyer. This semi-detached house is Zoned RH2. It has 2 Bedroom & 1 Bath, living room, kitchen, new water heater, new fenced. One block to street car, close to school, shopping, transportation and freeways, great location, great price. House is vacant, lockbox on.

Thanks to Burebd reader Sonarrat for this find. Hah and to think that people say San Francisco isn’t affordable. Sure it is – anyone can afford this house. At $390,000 it is an absolute steal. And it’s a very reasonable $498 per square foot.

Here’s another photo that the realtor thought would be helpful in your decision making:

How cute! Note that the house is zoned RH2, so there’s definitely the potential to expand and monetize this lot to its fullest potential.

Is this a smart, affordable investment in San Francisco? I think so. Don’t you?