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listing_id: SF426112555
status: Closed
price: 2050000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1882
sqft_lot: 2986
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1931
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "638 38th Ave"
city: San Francisco
state: CA
zip: 94121
county: "San Francisco County"
lat: 37.7767981
lng: -122.4982402
days_on_market: 36
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Frank Nolan"
list_office: "Vanguard Properties"
list_agent_phone: "(415) 377-3726"
list_agent_license: 01300017
mls_source: RESFAR
modified: 2026-04-14
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | San Francisco County | San Francisco | 94121 | 638 38th Ave

638 38th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

MLS: SF426112555 | Status: Sold | Price: $2,050,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,882 2,986 1931

Remarks

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.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # SF426112555
MLS Source San Francisco Association of Realtors® MLS

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Shower(s) over Tub(s), Split Bath, Window
Kitchen Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Granite, Island, Pantry Cabinet, Skylight(s)
Appliances Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Dining Room Formal Dining Room
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Wood
Laundry Hookups Only, In Garage
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air, Electric

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Access - Interior, Enclosed, Facing Front, Other, Tandem Parking, Garage: 2 Car(s)

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Frank Nolan Massimo Loporto
Vanguard Properties Vanguard Properties
License #: 01300017 License #: 01898225
Phone: (415) 377-3726 Phone: (415) 572-6508

Property Units

# Buildings # Leased Units # Total Units
0

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Lafayette Elementary School public K-5 0.07 mi 7
Washington (George) High School public 9-12 0.38 mi 8
Presidio Middle School public 6-8 0.55 mi 9
San Francisco County Rop School public 10-12 0.79 mi N/A
Alamo Elementary School public K-5 0.98 mi 9
Argonne Elementary School public K-5 1.19 mi 9
Key (Francis Scott) Elementary School public K-5 1.31 mi 9
Lawton Alternative Elementary School public K-8 1.35 mi 9
Jefferson Elementary School public K-5 1.49 mi 8
Sutro Elementary School public K-5 1.52 mi 7
Noriega Children Center public KG 1.63 mi N/A
Sunset Elementary School public K-5 1.80 mi 8
Giannini (A.P.) Middle School public 6-8 1.82 mi 8
Frank McCoppin Elementary School public K-5 1.85 mi 8
Peabody (George) Elementary School public K-5 1.88 mi 10
Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary School public K-5 1.96 mi 10
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School public K-8 2.00 mi 10
Independence High School public 9-12 2.10 mi 5
Roosevelt Middle School public 6-8 2.20 mi 8
Lincoln (Abraham) High School public 9-12 2.25 mi 9

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 14, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Frank Nolan, (415) 377-3726.