$1,495,000

638 38th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94121

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,882 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1931
2,984sqft lot
2 car garage
$794/sqft
Listed 17 days ago

Property Description

638 38th Ave is a lovely single-family home boasting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,882 sq. ft. (per tax records) located just one-half block to a bustling portion of Balboa St in the Outer Richmond. The main level of the home features a barrel-front living room with a wood-burning fireplace and large floor-to-ceiling west-facing windows that capture incredible afternoon sunlight. Adjacent to the living room is a formal dining room, which could accommodate eight guests. The spacious kitchen sits next to the dining room and has an eat-in breakfast nook, island, newer appliances, and ample storage. At the rear of the main level are 2 generous bedrooms and 1 full split bathroom. Proceeding downstairs, there is a legal 1 bed/1 bath in-law unit complete with a kitchenette and living room. The expansive garden is accessed from the garage and has plenty of space for entertaining. Completing the home are hardwood floors, a large 2 car garage with tons of storage area, plus 1 car parking in the driveway. Nearby Balboa St is lined with beloved local cafs and eateries, including Devil's Teeth Baking Company, The Laundromat, Cassava, and Simple Pleasures Caf, along with markets, wine bars, and boutique shops that give the street its lively feel.

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: March 19, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 5, 2026 at 2:33PM
Listing Office:: Vanguard Properties : 415-321-7000
Listing Agent:: Frank A Nolan : (415) 572-6508
MLS ID:: 426112555

General: Formal Entry
Appliances: DishwasherFree Standing Gas RangeFree Standing RefrigeratorHood Over Range
Laundry: Hookups OnlyIn Garage
Flooring: Wood
Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplaces: 1

Parking: EnclosedGarage Facing FrontInterior AccessTandem GarageUncovered Parking SpaceParking spaces: 3

HOA Amenities: 0.0
Originating MLS: San Francisco
County: San Francisco

Zoning: 1580-002C
Fencing: Back Yard

Source: San Francisco

This listing courtesy of Frank A Nolan , Vanguard Properties

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Location

Schools Nearby

Lafayette Elementary School

4545 Anza St, San Francisco, CA, 94121

Grades KG-5

0.08 miles away

Presidio Middle School

450 30th Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94121

Grades 6-8

0.57 miles away

George Washington High School

600 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94121

Grades 9-12

0.40 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.