This exquisitely updated Victorian home seamlessly blends timeless period charm with modern luxury. Behind its classic facade, discover a spacious and flexible floorplan featuring soaring ceilings, original architectural details, and incredible craftsmanship throughout. The main level boasts a double parlor living room, formal dining room, and a beautifully remodeled eat-in chef's kitchen equipped with top-tier appliances including a Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and built-in Miele coffee station. Step directly from the kitchen into the lush, private garden with built-in BBQ and multiple seating areas perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, find three generously sized bedrooms and 2.5 baths, including a luxurious primary suite with a gas fireplace and spa-like ensuite bath. Every bathroom in the home has been tastefully renovated. The lower level offers a versatile bonus room that can serve as a fourth bedroom, currently used as a home office and media room with a concealed movie projector and Stewart screen. A half bath completes this level. Additional highlights include a two-car garage, dedicated laundry room, abundant storage, and elegant finishes throughout. This is a rare opportunity to own a classic Victorian that has been thoughtfully restored for contemporary living.
Sold for $3,250,000 on 06/16/25
$3,250,000
221 Central Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117
4beds
2,492sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1,981.98 Square Feet Lot
$3,239,100 Zestimate®
$1,304/sqft
$5,584 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 17, 2025 at 02:04pm
Listed by:
Michael B. Harrington DRE #01235704 415-987-4220,
Sotheby's International Realty 415-901-1700
Bought with:
Michael Dunne, DRE #02154003
Vanguard Properties
Michael R. Ackerman, DRE #01232037
Vanguard Properties
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425035178
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Sitting Area
- 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, Marble, Shower Stall(s)
Bathroom
- Features: Marble, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Dining room
- Features: Bar, Formal Area
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Stone Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator, Other, Dryer, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry: Inside, Inside Room, Laundry Closet, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar
- Flooring: Parquet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,492
- Total interior livable area: 2,492 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached, Covered, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 1,981 sqft
- Features: Shape Regular
Details
- Parcel number: 1222005
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Concrete
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
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
$3,239,100
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Estimated market value
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