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  • $3,295,000

    438 Elizabeth St, San Francisco, CA 94114

    3beds
    2,092sqft
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    $22,148/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1892
    2,850 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,575/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Finished basementSkylit staircaseBright welcoming atmosphereHigh ceilings throughoutBar sittingThermador appliancesOriginal stained glass details
    Located on one of Noe Valley's most desirable blocks, this expanded Victorian home offers a rare blend of period charm and gracious, livable space. Original stained glass details and a decorative vintage fireplace speak to the home's storied character, while hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout lend warmth and scale to every room. A skylit staircase draws natural light down through the heart of the home, creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The main level centers around a bright, well-proportioned kitchen and dining area, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Outfitted with Thermador appliances, the kitchen boasts an abundance of custom cabinets and bar sitting. French doors open directly onto a rear deck and landscaped garden, extending the living space outdoors and creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. The front living room is accented with an original fireplace adorned with Victorian tiles. Two generously sized bedrooms and two spacious bathrooms, including one en-suite, as well as a dedicated laundry room complete this level. Upstairs, a private primary suite offers a true retreat and features a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with large soaking tub, walk-in shower and dual vanity. A finished basement and a large attic offer generous storage solutions and provide exceptional flexibility for future expansion, while a 1-car garage with internal access offers everyday convenience. A tradesmen access from the basement leads directly to the backyard, adding further practicality for maintenance and outdoor use. Steps from the shops, dining, and cafs of 24th Street, this home offers the very best of Noe Valley living timeless character paired with the comforts of modern convenience.
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    Isabelle Grotte DRE #01895115 415-342-5010,

    Compass 415-231-2312

    Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426139937MLS LogoOriginating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: 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: Double Vanity, Shower Stall(s), Sunken Tub, Window
      Bathroom
      • Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Family room
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Kitchen
      • Features: Granite Counters
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked
      • Laundry: Inside Room
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Storage
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Windows: Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,092
      • Total interior livable area: 2,092 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Attached, Inside Entrance, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
      • Has attached garage: Yes
      Features
      • Fencing: Full
      Lot
      • Size: 2,850 Square Feet
      • Topography: Upslope
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3653015
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1892

      Utilities & green energy

      • Utilities for property: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: San Francisco
      • Elevation: 0

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,575/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,084,929
      • Annual tax amount: $36,596
      • Price range: $3.3M - $3.3M
      • Date on market: 8/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 2 days
      • Total actual rent: 0

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Listed for sale$3,295,000+15.6%$1,575/sqft
        Source: SFAR #426139937 Report a problem
        9/13/2024Listing removed$11,000$5/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/6/2024Listed for rent$11,000$5/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/14/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        7/22/2023Listed for rent$11,000$5/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        6/4/2021Sold$2,850,000+14%$1,362/sqft
        Source: SFAR #497436 Report a problem
        5/21/2021Pending sale$2,500,000$1,195/sqft
        Source: SFAR #497436 Report a problem
        5/14/2021Listed for sale$2,500,000+532.9%$1,195/sqft
        Source: SFAR #497436 Report a problem
        6/15/1995Sold$395,000$189/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$36,596 +3%$3,084,929 +2%
        2024$35,540 +1.5%$3,024,441 +2%
        2023$35,031 +1.8%$2,965,140 +2%
        2022$34,406 +193.8%$2,907,000 +194.3%
        2021$11,710 -0.3%$987,899 +1%
        2020$11,745 +3.6%$977,771 +2%
        2019$11,341 +3.5%$958,601 +2%
        2018$10,960 +1.2%$939,806 +2%
        2017$10,830 +1.7%$921,379 +2%
        2016$10,648 +56.8%$903,314 +63.6%
        2015$6,791 +2.7%$552,038 +2%
        2014$6,612 $541,225 +0.5%
        2013-- $538,780 +2%
        2012-- $528,216 +2%
        2011-- $517,859 +0.8%
        2010-- $513,991 -0.2%
        2009-- $515,212 +2%
        2008-- $505,111 +2%
        2007-- $495,208 +2%
        2006-- $485,499 +2%
        2005-- $475,980 +3.9%
        2003-- $458,096 +2%
        2002-- $449,115 +2%
        2001-- $440,312 +2%
        2000-- $431,678
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        Neighborhood: Noe Valley

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        77 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        74 / 100
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