1778 42nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

Sold February 19, 2026 for $1,625,000 · 35 days on market

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Listed By Ted Manahan. DRE# 002246489. Sequoia Real Estate. (415) 937-4759

Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 426096392

1778 42nd Ave in San Francisco sold for $1,625,000 on February 19, 2026 — 35 days after coming on the market at $1,049,000. That works out to $1,317 per square foot for a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home built in 1941. The 1,234 sq ft house sits in Outer Sunset, which Houseberry scores 4.5/5 overall, 4.5/5 for schools and 4.8/5 for safety — 1st of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a median home price of $1.49M.

Set behind fresh, low-maintenance landscaping that enhances its inviting curb appeal, this timeless Outer Sunset classic has been thoughtfully refreshed for modern coastal living. A charming brick staircase leads to a bright entry where refinished hardwood floors, graceful archways, and original niches immediately set a warm, character-rich tone, while fresh interior paint and a solar system add contemporary comfort and everyday ease. The living room is both welcoming and refined, centered around a classic fireplace and flow

Date	Event & Source	Price	Change
Feb 19, 2026	Sold SFAR	$1,625,000	+54.9%
Jan 15, 2026	Listed SFAR	$1,049,000

School Name	Type	Grades	Distance	Houseberry School Score
Key (Francis Scott) Elementary	Primary	K-5	0.3 mi	4.5/5
Giannini (A.P.) Middle	Middle	6-8	0.3 mi	5/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

Near Good Merchants
4.4
Public Spaces
4.3
Curb Appeal
3.3

Overall Amenities score: 3.9

What neighborhood is 1778 42nd Ave in?

1778 42nd Ave sits in Outer Sunset, San Francisco. Houseberry gives the neighborhood an overall score of 4.5 out of 5, placing it 1st of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 1778 42nd Ave?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 1778 42nd Ave for Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (elementary school, K-5) 0.3 mi away and Giannini (A.P.) Middle (middle school, 6-8) 0.3 mi away. We hold no high school boundary for this address, which does not mean there is no high school nearby.

How much did 1778 42nd Ave sell for?

1778 42nd Ave closed at $1,625,000 on February 19, 2026. It had been asking $1,049,000.

How long was 1778 42nd Ave on the market?

1778 42nd Ave was on the market for 35 days — listed on January 15, 2026, sale closed on February 19, 2026.

What is the price per square foot at 1778 42nd Ave?

1778 42nd Ave works out to $1,317 per square foot, from the $1,625,000 sale price across 1,234 square feet.

Is Outer Sunset a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Outer Sunset 4.5 out of 5 overall, with 4.5 for schools and 4.8 for safety, each on the same five-point scale. The median home price there is $1.49M, against $1,625,000 for this property.

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