Formally known as the Sylvia Apartments, 1512 California Street is a 7-unit property situated on one of San Francisco's most iconic streets in Nob Hill. Built in 1914, this wood-frame building presents an excellent opportunity for value-add improvements, offering significant potential for both investors and owner-users. The building consists of five 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, along with two remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath units that feature in-unit laundry. The top-floor owner's unit, along with a large one-car garage, will be delivered vacant upon the close of escrow, providing immediate flexibility for personal use or rental income. This property is not currently on the mandatory seismic retrofit list and is equipped with an upgraded fire alarm system. The remodeled top-floor units include electrical sub-panels, in-unit laundry, dishwashers, skylights, and a second bathroom for added comfort. The remaining units retain classic period details, maintaining the building's historic charm while offering ample opportunities for modernization. With significant rental upside in a prime location near landmarks like Grace Cathedral, the Fairmont Hotel, and the Mark Hopkins, this property offers unparalleled access to the best that Nob Hill has to offer.
For sale
$2,000,000
1512 California St, San Francisco, CA 94109
14beds
6,360sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1914
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic period detailsWood-frame buildingLarge one-car garageElectrical sub-panelsIn-unit laundrySecond bathroom
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 26, 2025 at 12:26pm
Listed by:
Nico Toracca DRE #02173921 415-269-1401,
Marcus & Millichap 415-963-3000,
Gino V. Franco DRE #02027839 415-625-2167,
Marcus & Millichap
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425029065
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 14
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Varies by Unit, Skylight(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,360
- Total interior livable area: 6,360 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 3
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 2,392 Square Feet
- Features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 0644008
- Zoning description: None
- Special conditions: Offer As Is,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Edwardian
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Separate Meter
- Gas: Separate Meter
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Francisco
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $314/sqft
- Price range: $2M - $2M
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Total actual rent: 0
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