537 Russia Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112, San Francisco, 94112 - 3 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$1,099,000
537 Russia Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112
3Beds
2Baths
1,677Sqft
1,875Lot
Year Built
1950
Close
-
List price
$1.1M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$655
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
425081134
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Patio
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About this home
We found 5 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $1.10M(46th), sqft - 1677(65th), beds - 3(50th), baths - 2(50th).
A move-in ready gem in the vibrant Excelsior district of San Francisco. Newly remodeled with contemporary upgrades featuring 3 bedrooms 2 baths in 1677 thoughtfully designed living sqft. Step inside to a bright and airy modern living room with an open concept layout flowing into the newly kitchen with modern appliances, sleek countertops, and generous cabinetry storage alongside the cozy dining area. Tucked in the back, the two spacious bedrooms and a large full bath for private seclusion. Downstairs, a wet bar for entertaining and plenty of space in the backyard for hosting guests. Two car garage offering secure parking and extra storage space. Moments away from Excelsior Playground, highly rated schools, local cafes and dining from Mission St, and easy public transportation. Ready for its next chapter, come make it yours before it's gone.
Nearby schools
3/10
Cleveland Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
5/10
Monroe Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
4/10
Guadalupe Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.6mi
3/10
Glen Park Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
6/10
Hillcrest Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
6/10
Visitacion Valley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
4/10
Serra (Junipero) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
2/10
Fairmount Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.5mi
1/10
Mission Education Center
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
9/10
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
Public,•K-5•3.5mi
6/10
San Francisco Public Montessori School
Public,•K-5•5.0mi
/10
Chinese Education Center
Public,•K-5•5.4mi
3/10
San Francisco Community Alternative School
Public,•K-8•0.4mi
3/10
Visitacion Valley Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.1mi
2/10
Revere (Paul) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•1.6mi
3/10
King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.6mi
3/10
Lick (James) Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.1mi
4/10
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Public,•K-8•2.5mi
6/10
Rooftop Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.5mi
7/10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.7mi
8/10
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•3.4mi
9/10
Lawton Alternative Elementary School
Public,•K-8•4.1mi
3/10
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
Public,•K-8•4.1mi
9/10
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•5.8mi
2/10
Jordan (June) School For Equity
Public,•9-12•0.4mi
7/10
Balboa High School
Public,•9-12•0.4mi
5/10
Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
2/10
Marshall (Thurgood) High School
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
6/10
Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Public,•9-12•2.1mi
9/10
Asawa (Ruth) San Francisco School Of The Arts, A Public School.
Public,•9-12•2.1mi
2/10
S.F. International High School
Public,•9-12•2.8mi
10/10
Lowell High School
Public,•9-12•2.9mi
3/10
Mission High School
Public,•9-12•2.9mi
3/10
O'connell (John) High School
Public,•9-12•2.9mi
1/10
Downtown High School
Public,•9-12•3.3mi
7/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
Public,•9-12•3.3mi
2/10
Wells (Ida B.) High School
Public,•9-12•3.9mi
7/10
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
Public,•9-12•4.2mi
7/10
Washington (George) High School
Public,•9-12•5.2mi
8/10
Galileo High School
Public,•9-12•5.8mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
10/10/25
Price Change
$1,099,000
07/03/25
Sold
$900,000
Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite being built in 1950, this property has undergone a recent and extensive renovation, as explicitly stated in the description ('newly remodeled with contemporary upgrades'). The images confirm a high-quality, modern aesthetic throughout. The kitchen features new stainless steel appliances, sleek white quartz countertops with a waterfall island, modern white shaker cabinets, and a stylish grey subway tile backsplash. Both bathrooms are completely updated with contemporary floating vanities, modern fixtures, and large format tiling in the showers, some with frameless glass enclosures. The entire home boasts new light hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, and fresh paint, presenting a move-in ready, virtually new condition with no visible deferred maintenance.
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).
Turnkey Condition: The property is described as a 'move-in ready gem' and 'newly remodeled with contemporary upgrades,' indicating minimal immediate investment for the buyer.
Modern Open Concept Living: Features a 'bright and airy modern living room with an open concept layout' and a 'newly kitchen with modern appliances, sleek countertops, and generous cabinetry storage,' appealing to contemporary lifestyles.
Dedicated Entertainment Spaces: Includes a 'wet bar for entertaining' and 'plenty of space in the backyard for hosting guests,' enhancing the property's lifestyle appeal.
Valuable Two-Car Garage: Offers a 'two car garage offering secure parking and extra storage space,' a significant and highly sought-after amenity in San Francisco.
Prime Excelsior Location: Situated in the 'vibrant Excelsior district' with proximity to 'Excelsior Playground, local cafes and dining from Mission St, and easy public transportation,' providing convenience and community access.
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 = 1875, living area = 1677.
Recently Sold Property: The property was recently sold within the past year on 2025-07-03. The sold price is $900,000.00.
Compact Lot Size: The property sits on a relatively small 1875 sqft lot, which may limit outdoor space or future expansion possibilities compared to other single-family homes.
Original Construction Year: Built in 1950, despite recent remodels, the underlying structure's age could raise concerns about unseen infrastructure (e.g., plumbing, electrical) or require more extensive long-term maintenance.
Mixed Local School Ratings: While the area has schools, the immediate elementary and middle schools (e.g., Cleveland Elementary, SF Community Alternative) have lower ratings (3/10), which might be a consideration for families prioritizing top-tier local education.