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1642 Palou Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94124

$998,000·3 bd·2 ba·SFAR MLS #426161066

Estimated Arrivva buyer rebate$10,000 to $21,000

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Listing data from SFAR MLS. Listing courtesy of Scott Rose of Corcoran Icon Properties | Agent Phone: (415) 678-7883. Rebate estimate calculated by Arrivva.

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$998,000
42 Days On Site

1642 Palou Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,212
SqFt
$451
/SqFt
1900
Built
County:
San Francisco
Listing courtesy of Scott Rose of Corcoran Icon Properties | Agent Phone: (415) 678-7883
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Victorian character, flexible living space, income potential, and exceptional outdoor living come together in this beautifully updated 1900 home in San Francisco's sunniest neighborhood. Filled with period detail and thoughtful modern improvements, this single-family home has been tastefully configured into two separate levels, ready for immediate income potential. The bright, south-facing upper level features a welcoming living room with bay windows and a new gas fireplace. A formal dining room and bath are located just off the living room, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. From the kitchen, step directly onto the like-new, two-story IPE deck and enjoy true indoor/outdoor living, with plenty of room for dining, relaxing, and gathering with friends. This level also includes two expansive bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The lower level offers its own comfortable living space with two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, living/dining room, and kitchenette. Whether used for extended family, guests, a home office, or rental income, the flexible layout provides plenty of possibilities. Additional features include a massive wine cellar, generous storage, and a workshop area. The backyard provides even more outdoor space, with a mature lemon tree and a drip irrigation system. With its combination of Victorian charm, modern updates, flexible two-level layout, rental potential, and spectacular outdoor spaces, this is a home designed for both enjoying San Francisco and making the most of it. Steps from the 3rd Street commercial corridor, Muni-T line and multiple bus lines.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$998,000
Days On Site 
42 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,212 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.0574 Acres
Year Built 
1900
MLS Number 
426161066
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.0574
Cross Street 
3rd St
Direction Faces 
Southeast
Disclosures 
Disclosure Package Available
Green Energy Efficient 
AppliancesInsulationThermostatWindows
Pets 
Cats OKDogs OK
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Security GateSmoke Detector(s)Window Bars
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Total 
2212
Style 
Victorian
Utilities 
Natural Gas AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedUnderground Utilities
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
OvenDishwasherDisposalFree-Standing Gas OvenFree-Standing Gas RangeFree-Standing RefrigeratorGas Water HeaterMicrowaveSelf Cleaning OvenDryerWasherWasher/Dryer Stacked
Basement 
Full
Electric 
220 Volts in Laundry
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasGas StarterInsertLiving RoomMetal
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Simulated WoodTile
Heating 
Fireplace InsertCentralWall Furnace
Interior 
PantryStorageIn-Law Floorplan
Laundry Features 
See Remarks
Window Features 
Bay Window(s)Skylight(s)Screens
Bathroom 2 
Description - Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures,Low-Flow Toilet(s),Shower Stall(s),Tile,Tub w/Shower Over
Dining Room 
Level - MainDescription - Formal Room
Kitchen 
Level - LowerDescription - Pantry Closet,Quartz Counter
Living Room 
Level - Lower
Master Bathroom 
Description - Low-Flow Toilet(s),Tile
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Wood Siding
Exterior 
GardenBalconyFire Pit
Fencing 
FencedBack YardWood
Lot Features 
GardenLandscaped
Patio And Porch 
Covered
Roof 
CompositionShingle
View 
CityDowntown
Waterview 
CityDowntown
Windows/Doors 
Bay Window(s)Skylight(s)Screens
Community Features
MLS Area 
SF District 10
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
Roads 
Paved
Listing courtesy of Scott Rose of Corcoran Icon Properties | Agent Phone: (415) 678-7883



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Last checked: 2026-10-22 11:40 PM UTC

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*Estimate only. Actual rebate may vary based on final price, lender requirements, MLS rules, and broker policies.

Questions about this listing

How much could a buyer get back on 1642 Palou Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94124?
Arrivva estimates a buyer rebate of $10,000 to $21,000 on this listing. The buyer-broker fee, typically 2 to 3% of the price, goes back to you minus Arrivva's flat $9,750 fee. Every completed rebate is published on the Arrivva results page. See every completed closing
Who is the listing brokerage for 1642 Palou Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94124?
Listing courtesy of Scott Rose of Corcoran Icon Properties | Agent Phone: (415) 678-7883, per SFAR MLS listing #426161066. Arrivva is not the listing brokerage: Arrivva is a separate flat-fee brokerage that represents you as the buyer, with your interests first and no dual agency, ever. How Arrivva represents buyers
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