420 Harkness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94134, San Francisco, 94134 - 3 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$908,900
420 Harkness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94134
3Beds
2Baths
1,412Sqft
1,598.65Lot
Year Built
1937
Close
-
List price
$909K
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$644
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
422713413
Home ConditionPoor
Features
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About this home
We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $908.9K(36th), sqft - 1412(53th), beds - 3(50th), baths - 2(50th).
Left my heart in San Francisco with this amazing opportunity. This single-family residence in this area will sell quick. If you blink it will be sold. This is a great opportunity to put your finishing touches on this gem. Don't miss this unique chance to say ''hello'' to your new dream getaway! All potential buyers are asked to check with City, County, Zoning, Tax, and other records to determine all details on this property listed above to their satisfaction. This is an AS-IS SALE property.
Nearby schools
2/10
El Dorado Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.1mi
6/10
Visitacion Valley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
6/10
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
3/10
Harte (Bret) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
6/10
Hillcrest Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
3/10
Cleveland Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
4/10
Guadalupe Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
2/10
Fairmount Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.9mi
1/10
Mission Education Center
Public,•K-5•2.2mi
9/10
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
Public,•K-5•4.1mi
/10
Chinese Education Center
Public,•K-5•5.3mi
6/10
San Francisco Public Montessori School
Public,•K-5•5.4mi
3/10
Visitacion Valley Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.5mi
3/10
King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.7mi
3/10
Bayshore Elementary School
Public,•K-8•1.0mi
3/10
Garnet J. Robertson Intermediate School
Public,•5-8•1.3mi
2/10
Revere (Paul) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•1.4mi
3/10
San Francisco Community Alternative School
Public,•K-8•1.6mi
4/10
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Public,•K-8•2.6mi
6/10
Rooftop Elementary School
Public,•K-8•3.3mi
3/10
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
Public,•K-8•4.0mi
8/10
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•4.5mi
9/10
Lawton Alternative Elementary School
Public,•K-8•5.4mi
9/10
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•6.2mi
5/10
Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School
Public,•9-12•0.2mi
2/10
Jordan (June) School For Equity
Public,•9-12•1.1mi
2/10
Marshall (Thurgood) High School
Public,•9-12•1.2mi
7/10
Balboa High School
Public,•9-12•1.9mi
2/10
S.F. International High School
Public,•9-12•2.6mi
3/10
O'connell (John) High School
Public,•9-12•2.9mi
1/10
Downtown High School
Public,•9-12•3.0mi
6/10
Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Public,•9-12•3.1mi
9/10
Asawa (Ruth) San Francisco School Of The Arts, A Public School.
Public,•9-12•3.1mi
3/10
Mission High School
Public,•9-12•3.2mi
4/10
Jefferson High School
Public,•9-12•3.6mi
2/10
Wells (Ida B.) High School
Public,•9-12•4.3mi
10/10
Lowell High School
Public,•9-12•4.4mi
7/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
Public,•9-12•4.6mi
7/10
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
Public,•9-12•4.8mi
7/10
Westmoor High School
Public,•9-12•5.0mi
8/10
Galileo High School
Public,•9-12•6.0mi
7/10
Washington (George) High School
Public,•9-12•6.3mi
7/10
Oceana High School
Public,•9-12•7.2mi
6/10
Terra Nova High School
Public,•9-12•9.5mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
12/29/22
Price Change
$908,900
01/14/03
Sold
$450,000
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1937, this property is explicitly listed as an 'AS-IS SALE' and described as an 'opportunity to put your finishing touches on this gem.' This strongly indicates that the home requires substantial repairs and rehabilitation, rather than just minor updates. While no interior images are provided, the age of the property and the 'AS-IS' condition suggest that major systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) are likely outdated and may require extensive replacement or repair to meet current standards and safety codes. The kitchen and bathrooms are almost certainly original or very old and would need complete renovation. The exterior, while appearing maintained, shows signs of its age. The extended time on the market further supports the assessment that significant investment is needed.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Great Schools: Elementary School: Chinese Immersion School At Deavila (9/10). Middle School: Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School (9/10). High School: Lowell High School (10/10).
Prime San Francisco Location: Located in San Francisco, a highly desirable and competitive real estate market, offering strong potential for long-term appreciation.
Single-Family Residence: A detached single-family home, a sought-after property type that typically offers more privacy and land ownership compared to other urban housing options.
Value-Add Opportunity: Described as an opportunity to 'put your finishing touches,' indicating potential for buyers to customize and increase equity through renovation and modernization.
No Homeowners Association (HOA) Fees: The absence of HOA fees reduces monthly ownership costs and provides greater autonomy over property modifications and maintenance.
Proximity to Local Schools: Several schools are located within a short distance, including El Dorado Elementary School just 0.1 miles away, offering convenience for families.
Cons
Low Available Lot Utilization: The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 1598, living area = 1412.
As-Is Sale Condition: Explicitly listed as an 'AS-IS SALE property,' meaning the seller will not make repairs, and buyers should anticipate potential significant investments for necessary upgrades or maintenance.
Older Construction (1937): Built in 1937, the property is likely to require substantial updates to its foundational systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, roof) and interior aesthetics to meet current standards and preferences.
Extended Time on Market: Having been listed since December 2022, the property has remained active on the market for an extended period, which could suggest challenges with its pricing, condition, or overall market appeal.