Uncover Some of the Best Luxury Homes in SF that Never Hit the MLS


Taking a close look at the latest transaction numbers this week, a distinct pattern jumped out at me regarding how inventory is moving in San Francisco right now. The real story is happening at the top of the price bracket. Three significant single-family residences closed recently without ever making a public debut. These weren’t just … Continue reading Uncover Some of the Best Luxury Homes in SF that Never Hit the MLS

The Anatomy of a Presidio Heights Unicorn: 3956 Washington Street


Every so often, a property hits the San Francisco market that feels like something special. 3956 Washington Street was exactly that. This 1907 Edwardian in Presidio Heights hadn’t been available in over 40 years, which made it a true collector’s item. We’re talking about a home with 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, and over 4,300 square … Continue reading The Anatomy of a Presidio Heights Unicorn: 3956 Washington Street

This Week on theFrontSteps: A Look Back at San Francisco’s Most Expensive Homes Sold in 2024


At theFrontSteps, we’re always bringing you the best of San Francisco real estate, and this week was no exception! Let’s recap what we shared on social media and dive into the excitement. This week, we shared a reel that highlighted some of the most expensive homes sold in San Francisco in 2024. These properties grabbed … Continue reading This Week on theFrontSteps: A Look Back at San Francisco’s Most Expensive Homes Sold in 2024

Social Highlights: Top Listings & Market Stories


We’ve been busy sharing what’s happening in the San Francisco real estate scene. Here’s a quick look at what we’ve been up to: Top 4 Active Listings in San Francisco Last week, we showcased four remarkable properties currently on the market: Client Testimonial We also shared a heartfelt review from our client Nathan W., who … Continue reading Social Highlights: Top Listings & Market Stories

Maximum Overbid of the Week | Pacific Heights Home Sells $525,000 Over Asking


Yet another jaw-dropping San Francisco real estate overbid. Take a look at 2203 Broderick St which just sold for a staggering $525,000 over asking price. This hot sale underscores the continued strength and fierce competition in the San Francisco real estate market for certain homes in certain locations. Originally listed for $2,775,000, this home fetched … Continue reading Maximum Overbid of the Week | Pacific Heights Home Sells $525,000 Over Asking

Maximum Overbid of the Week | Noe Valley Home Sells $700,000 Over Asking


Another day of eye-popping overbids to close out the week and this Noe Valley Victorian sure delivered. We’re talking a whopping $700,000 over the asking price of $4.1 million, bringing the final sales price to a cool $4.8 million. If you’ve ever strolled down a gorgeous, tree-lined street in Noe Valley, you know this place … Continue reading Maximum Overbid of the Week | Noe Valley Home Sells $700,000 Over Asking

Maximum Overbid Of the Week | Outer Sunset Home Gets $550,000 Over Asking, But Really I Want You To See 1750 Taylor


You thought I forgot didn’t you!? Alas, I did not. It is still Friday, it’s just a little late. This week’s Maximum Overbid: an Outer Sunset home at 2001 48th Ave priced to get…well…overbids. If you price a home in the Sunset at $1,095,000, you’re going to get people through the door, multiple offers, and … Continue reading Maximum Overbid Of the Week | Outer Sunset Home Gets $550,000 Over Asking, But Really I Want You To See 1750 Taylor

San Francisco Real Estate Update February 2024 | Median Home Prices Rise 12.9%


Wondering what’s up in San Francisco real estate market? Here you go: Quick Take: Median prices rise in January 2024 for single-family homes and condos In San Francisco, home prices haven’t been largely affected by rising mortgage rates after the initial period of price correction from May 2022 to July 2022. Since July 2022, the … Continue reading San Francisco Real Estate Update February 2024 | Median Home Prices Rise 12.9%

What’s More Nuts? $707,000 Over Asking, Or $9,000,000 and $13,175,000 Under Asking? It’s An Overbid and Underbid Kinda Day.


What a week for San Francisco! Insane storms, wind and rain, and then glorious sunshine to end it! Super Bowl is coming up this weekend, the 49ers are hopefully going to win, and that will make San Francisco that little bit sweeter than it already is.  This week, we bear witness to one house in Noe … Continue reading What’s More Nuts? $707,000 Over Asking, Or $9,000,000 and $13,175,000 Under Asking? It’s An Overbid and Underbid Kinda Day.

A 1.18% Mortgage Rate Drop Matters … A LOT!


It’s that time of year…numbers from the prior year come in, get crunched, and speculation for the coming year begins. There is a TON of data and resources to search, and you can read and try to time real estate all you want. We’re just here to narrow it down for you and guide you along the … Continue reading A 1.18% Mortgage Rate Drop Matters … A LOT!

JUST SOLD! 547 Missouri | Potrero Hill | $4,850,000


I’m happy to report we again pulled off a sale that we thought would be very, very difficult. As it turns out, even in this market, there are quite a few ultra high end buyers looking for luxury homes around San Francisco. I put this 5 bed, 5.5 bath luxury, view single family home on … Continue reading JUST SOLD! 547 Missouri | Potrero Hill | $4,850,000

Just Listed! 103 Corte Madera Ave | Marin County, CA


Hot off the presses and barely on the mls, check out the gem of gems to hit the Marin County market, listed by theFrontSteps. For all of you SF folk thinking the country might be your thing, but you really just wanna dip your toes in before diving all the way, it doesn’t get much … Continue reading Just Listed! 103 Corte Madera Ave | Marin County, CA

Just Sold: Richmond District; Noe Valley; Larkspur


So much great content coming out of theFrontSteps lately. It’s our continued effort to keep you and yours educated on all things San Francisco real estate, and beyond. But it’s closing deals for our wonderful clients that keeps food on the table and the stoke high. With that said, here are a couple recent closings … Continue reading Just Sold: Richmond District; Noe Valley; Larkspur

If You Sold Your Home For $1,355,000 Over Asking, Where Would You Go? What Would You Buy?


Just in time for the weekend. It was actually a Mission District condo that claimed the top spot on the Top 10 Overbid List (see below) at damn near 52% over asking (we calculate via percentage not $$), but have a look at 268 Wawona in West Portal… Listed at $2,895,000, barely a minute on … Continue reading If You Sold Your Home For $1,355,000 Over Asking, Where Would You Go? What Would You Buy?

San Francisco’s Top 5 Residential Sales of 2020


The Top 5 Residential Sales in San Francisco for 2020 (listed on the MLS…there are always off market deals not reported): #5: 2342 Broadway: Listed and sold for $18,000,000 #4: 2775 Vallejo: Listed for $25,000,000 sold for $19,750,000 #3: 2626 Larkin: Listed for $21,000,000 sold for $20,000,000 #2: 2420 Pacific: “Listed” for $28,000,000 and sold … Continue reading San Francisco’s Top 5 Residential Sales of 2020