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855 La Playa St APT 456, San Francisco, CA, 94121

1beds
1baths
742sqft
$674,000
$908price/sqft
$4,636/moest. monthly cost
$185,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

Back on Market- No fault of property! Surf's Up! Set at the edge of Golden Gate Park just moments from the Pacific Ocean, this bright, top-floor one-bedroom condo offers a retreat from city life while keeping the best of San Francisco within easy reach. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, newer flooring, and generous counter space, flowing seamlessly into the open living and dining area; ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The light-filled bedroom includes a spacious walk-in closet and sliding glass doors that lead directly to a private balcony (also accessed from the living area), creating an inviting indoor-outdoor connection. Additional highlights include in-unit washer and dryer, decorative fireplace, and updated lighting throughout. The unit is freshly painted and there is new carpeting in the bedroom/hallway/closets. Hardwood floors in living area. This home also includes one dedicated parking space and extra, private storage in a secure garage. Residents enjoy well-maintained shared amenities, including landscaped courtyards with a BBQ and fire pit, secure bike storage, arts & crafts/reading room, wood working room and state of the art fitness room. With public transportation, great restaurant choices and a major market just across the street, convenience is right at your doorstep. For those that have always wanted to live within walking distance of the beach and the ocean, this one's for you!

Getting Around

70
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
62
TransitGood Transit
87
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

7/10
9/10
Presidio Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.3 mi
8/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year built: 1982

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Contemporary
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Electric Water Heater,Range Hood,Microwave,Dryer,Washer
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet

Bedroom1

  • Area: 0

Bedroom2

  • Area: 0

Bedroom3

  • Area: 0

Bedroom4

  • Area: 0

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Area: 0

Family Room

  • Area: 0

Features

  • Window features: Double Pane Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Decorative,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above

Heating

  • Heating features: Central,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 742
  • Total interior livable area: 742 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Granite Counters
  • Area: 0

Living Room

  • Features: Deck Attached, View
  • Area: 0

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Double Vanity, Granite, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Skylight/Solar Tube, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Balcony, Walk-In Closet
  • Area: 0

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1692100
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: Intercom

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 4
  • Exterior features: Balcony
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City,Garden

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.84 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Assigned,Attached,Enclosed,Garage Faces Front,Guest,Inside Entrance,Side By Side,On Site
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters in San Francisco County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Straight Line Winds
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,408$40,896
Home Insurance *$96$1,152
Property Taxes $734$8,808
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$4,636$55,632
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$158,948/yr
40% on housing$139,080/yr
45% on housing$123,626/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 2.8%
2.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$908This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 94121$806
San Francisco County$695

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 94121$1,000
San Francisco County$986

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-29Listed for sale$674,000
2026-07-17Contingent$674,000
2026-06-25Price change$674,000
2026-05-07Listed for sale$699,000
2022-12-13Sold$665,000
2022-11-30Pending sale$715,000
2022-10-18Price change$715,000
2022-08-26Listed for sale$725,000
2018-10-11Sold$640,000
2018-09-14Pending sale$599,000
2018-09-14Listed for sale$599,000
2007-06-08Sold$465,000
2002-06-26Sold$338,000
2000-03-06Sold$288,000
1998-05-18Sold$202,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentEric T. Rahe
BrokerageChristie's Int'l Real Estate

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