Magnificently positioned on San Francisco's western edge, 540 El Camino Del Mar offers an extraordinary blend of prominence, privacy, and utility. Situated on a flat and level corner parcel measuring 17,149 sq.ft. (per tax records), the fully walled and gated 1926 Italian Renaissance Villa majestically spans 10,961 sq. ft.(per draftsperson), boasting approximately 20+ rooms spread across three floors. Combining aesthetic beauty with grandeur and prestige, vast dramatic views stretch from the mouth of the Pacific Ocean to the Marin Headlands, the San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, to the cliffs and beaches of Park Presidio. Multiple indoor/outdoor living vignettes and the surrounding enchanting gardens complement the city's Mediterranean climate, providing both formal and casual entertaining opportunities for year round gatherings. This is one of San Francisco's most remarkable estate properties designed by celebrated architect, Earle B. Bertz, one that truly balances period elegance and luxurious scale with modern sensibilities, joy, and playfulness. And after more than three decades of loving stewardship, it is now ready for its next chapter of devotion, happiness, celebrations and dreams.
Sold for $18,100,000 on 01/23/25
$18,100,000
540 El Camino Del Mar, San Francisco, CA 94121
6beds
10,961sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
0.39 Acres Lot
$17,485,600 Zestimate®
$1,651/sqft
$7,077 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 23, 2025 at 01:07pm
Listed by:
Steven Mavromihalis DRE #00888824 415-999-1113,
Compass 415-345-3000,
John C. Fitzgerald DRE #01373914 415-637-3646,
Compass
Bought with:
Ken Dara, DRE #01331869
Engel & Volkers
Robert A. Landsness, DRE #01906683
Engel & Voelkers San Francisco
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 424062136
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Outside Access, Sitting Area, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bidet, Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Shower Stall(s), Tub, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom
- Features: Jack & Jill, Shower Stall(s), Steam, Tub, Window
Dining room
- Features: Formal Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Butcher Block Counters, Butlers Pantry, Kitchen Island, Island w/Sink, Pantry Cabinet
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, View
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Plumbed, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Cabinets, Laundry Chute, Inside, Inside Room, Sink
Features
- Central Vacuum, Formal Entry, Storage, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,961
- Total interior livable area: 10,961 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Inside Entrance, Side By Side, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Patio, Uncovered Deck, Uncovered Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Uncovered Courtyard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Jetted Tub
- Fencing: Gate,Fenced,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Landscape Front, Private, See Remarks
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1308015
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Gate, Security System Owned
Location
- Region: San Francisco
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk, Paved
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$17,485,600