Home | San Francisco County | San Francisco | 94114 | 281 Castro St
MLS: SF426128469 | Status: Active | Price: $4,700,000
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Residential Income
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | 4,998 | 2,495 | 1900 |
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.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | SF426128469 |
| MLS Source | San Francisco Association of Realtors® MLS |
| Days on Site | 1 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator |
| Flooring | Marble, Painted/Stained, Tile, Wood |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air, Gas |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Combination, Slab, Concrete Perimeter and Slab |
| Style | Victorian |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Garage: 0 Car(s) |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| Complex Amenities | Community Security Gate |
| Zoning | RH3 |
Justin Peter Hedemark
Helm Real Estate
License #: 02020225
Phone: (650) 483-9506
| # Buildings | # Leased Units | # Total Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Unit # | Sq Ft | Beds | Baths | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,693 | 3 | 3/1 | – |
| 2 | 954 | 1 | 1/0 | – |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 1/0 | – |
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| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 626 Shotwell St | $3,800,000 | – | – | 4,329 | PendingDoNotShow |
| 36 Camp St | $4,490,000 | – | – | 3,840 | Active |
| 2063 Broadway St | $4,995,000 | – | – | 3,965 | Active |
| 287 Page St | $3,998,000 | – | – | 3,518 | Active |
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This listing information is up-to-date as of May 11, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Justin Peter Hedemark, (650) 483-9506.