San Francisco has always been an expensive place to live. As the epicenter of multiple economic booms, the area’s stunning landscapes and world-class tech industry have long made it a magnet for high-income earners. Today is no exception: It recently ranked as the fourth-most expensive city in the world.
Somehow, buying a house is even more costly, with house prices only second to nearby San Jose. And despite some post-pandemic outmigration, the market has grown steadily more expensive. A high concentration of wealth, plus limited housing supply, has pushed prices to new heights in the past decade. The median sale price for a home in April was $1,550,000 — up 136% from 2015.
So, where did San Francisco’s wealthiest buyers invest last month? Here were the most expensive home sales in San Francisco in May, according to data from Redfin.
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1. 2750 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94123
- Sale price: $20,602,083
- List price: Unavailable
In the heart of Pacific Heights, this stately home spans 7,790 square feet with 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Built in 1905 and thoughtfully preserved, it blends historic charm with modern luxury on a 5,844 sq ft lot.
2. 3699 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94118
- Sale price: $19,000,000
- List price: $19,500,000
This grand Presidio Heights residence offers sweeping Golden Gate Bridge and bay views from its dramatic open living spaces and outdoor terrace. It spans 9,984 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.
3. 21 Everson St, San Francisco, CA 94131
- Sale price: $12,486,960
- List price: $17,500,000
This Glen Park residence features 6 en-suite bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms across 9,704 square feet of architect-designed space. Molded into the rolling hillside, its 60-foot-wide main level frames sweeping San Francisco and bay views.
4. 3565 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94118
- Sale price: $9,900,000
- List price: $9,750,000
This light-filled, 4,115-square-foot Presidio Heights home has 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Warm bay windows, a cozy fireplace, and a terrace overlooking a lush garden are highlights.
5. 50 Normandie Ter, San Francisco, CA 94115
- Sale price: $9,700,000
- List price: $10,500,000
Built in 1939, this 3,360-square-foot home in Presidio Heights offers views of the Bay and Alcatraz. It includes 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, formal living spaces, and a sun-filled garden.
6. 2500 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
- Sale price: $9,500,000
- List price: $9,500,000
This grand Pacific Heights property spans 4,315 square feet across three levels, with a commanding presence at Pacific and Steiner. It includes 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, soaring ceilings, elevator access, and a picturesque garden and gazebo.
7. 2050 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94109
- Sale price: $9,000,000
- List price: $10,500,000
This French Normandy–style home spans 5,664 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. It features bay views, high ceilings, an elevator, and rare four-car parking.
8. 3636 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123
- Sale price: $8,260,000
- List price: $8,995,000
With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 4,275 square feet, this Marina District home offers both space and style. It features a mix of original details and thoughtful modern updates.
9. 2503 Broadway St, San Francisco, CA 94115
- Sale price: $8,200,000
- List price: $8,250,000
This 4,205-square-foot Pacific Heights home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and formal rooms that open to a sunny patio and garden. Classic details include coved ceilings, hardwood floors, and bay views.
10. 2853 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94123
- Sale price: $7,650,000
- List price: $6,995,000
Set on a rare double lot in Presidio Heights, this 4,090-square-foot home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Highlights include a wine cellar, elevator, and a 58-foot heated saltwater pool beneath a towering redwood.
