1231 40th Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94122
About This Home
Outer Sunset semi-detached home ideally situated just half a block from Golden Gate Park and approximately 1.5 blocks to the N Judah MUNI Line, as well as the vibrant shops and dining along both Irving and Judah Street and the scenic coastline of Ocean Beach. This prime location offers the perfect blend of convenience, recreation, and coastal living. The top level features a spacious and light-filled living room, formal dining area, and kitchen with breakfast area, along with a full bath and two generously sized bedrooms. Side stairs provide direct access to the yard, creating an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The ground level, with its own private side entrance, offers a fully independent and legal VACANT move-in ready one-bedroom, one-bath living space complete with a large family room and kitchen - ideal for owner use extended family or rental income. There's also direct access to the large flat yard from this level. The property is configured for flexibility with two separate addresses (1231 & 1231A), individual gas and electric meters, and two water heaters. Additional highlights include a large two-car tandem garage with ample storage and 1-2 car driveway parking. A fantastic opportunity for owner-occupants seeking supplemental income or multigenerational living in a highly desirable neighborhood.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1911
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Free-Standing Gas Oven,Free-Standing Gas Range,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Range Hood
- Laundry features: In Garage
Bedroom1
- Area: 0
Bedroom2
- Area: 0
Bedroom3
- Area: 0
Bedroom4
- Area: 0
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
Family Room
- Area: 0
Features
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile,Wood
Heating
- Heating features: Central
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Lower,Main
- Area: 0
Living Room
- Level: Lower,Main
- Area: 0
Master Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Master Bedroom
- Area: 0
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1710005
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Lot size: 2,996 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway,Attached,Tandem,On Site (Single Family Only)
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered 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
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in San Francisco County and California
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,042 | $72,504 |
| Home Insurance * | $134 | $1,608 |
| Property Taxes | $1,289 | $15,468 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $7,863 | $94,356 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 |
| 2026-05-08 | Contingent | $1,195,000 |
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 |
| 2012-07-31 | Sold | $607,000 |
| 2012-06-10 | Price change | $635,000 |
| 2012-04-13 | Listed for sale | $659,000 |
| 1997-07-23 | Sold | $284,000 |
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