817-821 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117, San Francisco, 94117 - 13 bed, 10 bath
ACTIVE$4,700,000
817-821 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
13Beds
10Baths
6,039Sqft
2,550Lot
Year Built
1904
Close
-
List price
$4.7M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$778
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
425023781
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Good View:
Patio
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About this home
We found 5 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $4.70M(88th), sqft - 6039(94th), beds - 13(94th), baths - 10(88th).
817-821 Oak Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, fully occupied, 3-Unit building in the heart of Hayes Valley that reflects true pride of ownership. This Edwardian property has been completely remodeled with high-end, contemporary finishes, while simultaneously retaining its classic San Francisco charm. Perfect for investors and owner-occupants alike, each unit boasts updated kitchens and bathrooms, modern quartz countertops, beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, and flexible floor plans. Unit 817 is a bi-level, 5bed/4full & 2half bath unit currently rented for $14,030/month that includes its own private studio/guest suite, gourmet chef's kitchen, and backyard. Unit 819, the middle flat, is a 4bed/3bath unit currently rented for $9,180/month. Unit 821, the top floor flat, is also a 4bed/3bath unit currently rented for $9,300/month. This 3-Unit building grosses $390,120/year, and no unit has ever gone more than 2 months without being re-leased at top market rate going back to 2017 (when the building was remodeled with a new foundation, seismic upgrades, and new systems). 6.46% CAP & 12.05 GRM.
Nearby schools
7/10
Muir (John) Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
7/10
McKinley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
9/10
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
8/10
New Traditions Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
6/10
San Francisco Public Montessori School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
/10
Chinese Education Center
Public,•K-5•2.2mi
1/10
Mission Education Center
Public,•K-5•2.2mi
2/10
Fairmount Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.3mi
4/10
Everett Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.7mi
3/10
Carmichael (Bessie)/Fec
Public,•K-8•1.4mi
6/10
Rooftop Elementary School
Public,•K-8•1.4mi
4/10
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Public,•K-8•1.5mi
9/10
Roosevelt Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.6mi
3/10
Lick (James) Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.7mi
9/10
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.1mi
8/10
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.2mi
2/10
Revere (Paul) Elementary School
Public,•K-8•2.7mi
9/10
Lawton Alternative Elementary School
Public,•K-8•3.3mi
3/10
San Francisco Community Alternative School
Public,•K-8•3.3mi
2/10
Wells (Ida B.) High School
Public,•9-12•0.2mi
7/10
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
Public,•9-12•0.8mi
3/10
Mission High School
Public,•9-12•0.9mi
3/10
O'connell (John) High School
Public,•9-12•1.4mi
1/10
Downtown High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
2/10
S.F. International High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
8/10
Galileo High School
Public,•9-12•2.1mi
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
Marshall (Thurgood) High School
Public,•9-12•3.1mi
7/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
Public,•9-12•3.2mi
7/10
Washington (George) High School
Public,•9-12•3.2mi
7/10
Balboa High School
Public,•9-12•3.6mi
2/10
Jordan (June) School For Equity
Public,•9-12•3.7mi
5/10
Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School
Public,•9-12•3.9mi
10/10
Lowell High School
Public,•9-12•4.0mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
11/24/25
Sold
$4,450,000
03/05/25
Price Change
$4,700,000
11/07/17
Sold
$2,651,000
07/07/17
Sold
$2,900,000
09/26/14
Sold
$2,615,000
03/08/13
Sold
$1,150,000
Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite being built in 1904, this property underwent a complete and extensive renovation in 2017, including a new foundation, seismic upgrades, and new systems. The images showcase high-end, contemporary finishes throughout, with modern kitchens featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and sleek cabinetry. Bathrooms are also fully updated with stylish tiling, modern vanities, and fixtures. Hardwood floors are in excellent condition, and lighting is contemporary. All components appear virtually new, meeting current quality standards with no 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).
Exceptional Income & Occupancy: A fully occupied 3-unit building generating a gross annual income of $390,120, with a proven history of units being re-leased at top market rates within two months since 2017.
Prime Hayes Valley Location: Situated in the highly desirable and vibrant Hayes Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, offering strong rental demand and potential for appreciation.
Extensive Modernization & Structural Upgrades: Completely remodeled in 2017 with high-end contemporary finishes, including a new foundation, seismic upgrades, and new systems, while retaining classic Edwardian charm.
Attractive Investment Financials: Boasts a strong 6.46% CAP rate and 12.05 GRM, indicating a robust return on investment potential for a multi-unit property in San Francisco.
High-Quality Interior Finishes & Features: Each unit features updated kitchens and bathrooms with modern quartz countertops, beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, and flexible floor plans, appealing to premium tenants.
Cons
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 6039, other record living area = 4875. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 13, other record bedroom count = 10.
Recently Sold Property: The property was recently sold within the past year on 2025-11-24. The sold price is $4,450,000.00.
High Capital Investment: The $4.7 million list price represents a significant financial commitment, potentially limiting the pool of prospective buyers.
Lack of Dedicated Parking: The property description does not mention dedicated parking, which can be a significant challenge and highly valued amenity in the dense urban environment of Hayes Valley.
San Francisco Tenant Regulations: As an income property in San Francisco, it is subject to stringent rent control and tenant protection ordinances, which can impact future rent adjustments and property management flexibility.