3956 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94118

Sold October 16, 2025 for $7,300,000 · 21.7% over asking · 20 days on market

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Listed By Carrie Buchanan-Goodman. DRE# 001736609. Sotheby's International Realty. (415) 624-4166

Source: SFAR/San Francisco, MLS # 425065737

3956 Washington St in San Francisco sold for $7,300,000 on October 16, 2025 — 21.7% above its $5,998,000 asking price — 20 days after coming on the market. That works out to $1,680 per square foot for a 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath single-family home built in 1907. The 4,345 sq ft house sits in Presidio Heights, which Houseberry scores 4.1/5 overall, 4.2/5 for schools and 4.0/5 for safety — 13th of 92 neighborhoods in San Francisco — with a median home price of $7.26M.

On the market for the first time in over 40 years, this stately Presidio Heights residence offers timeless charm, grand proportions, and endless potential on a coveted block. Set on an exceptionally wide and deep lot, the home spans three generous levels designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable family living. Upon entering, the main floor welcomes you with a formal foyer and sweeping staircase, leading into a spacious living room and sophisticated dining room on either sideeach anchored by its own fireplace. An

Date	Event & Source	Price	Change
Oct 16, 2025	Sold SFAR	$7,300,000	+21.7%
Sep 26, 2025	Listed SFAR	$5,998,000

School Name	Type	Grades	Distance	Houseberry School Score
Sutro Elementary	Primary	K-5	0.8 mi	4/5
Roosevelt Middle	Middle	6-8	0.5 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
4.9
Public Spaces
4
Curb Appeal
4.5

Overall Amenities score: 4.4

What neighborhood is 3956 Washington St in?

3956 Washington St sits in Presidio Heights, San Francisco. Houseberry gives the neighborhood an overall score of 4.1 out of 5, placing it 13th of the 92 neighborhoods we score in San Francisco.

What schools serve 3956 Washington St?

Houseberry holds attendance boundaries covering 3956 Washington St for Sutro Elementary (elementary school, K-5) 0.8 mi away and Roosevelt Middle (middle school, 6-8) 0.5 mi away. We hold no high school boundary for this address, which does not mean there is no high school nearby.

How much did 3956 Washington St sell for?

3956 Washington St closed at $7,300,000 on October 16, 2025. It had been asking $5,998,000.

How long was 3956 Washington St on the market?

3956 Washington St was on the market for 20 days — listed on September 26, 2025, sale closed on October 16, 2025.

What is the price per square foot at 3956 Washington St?

3956 Washington St works out to $1,680 per square foot, from the $7,300,000 sale price across 4,345 square feet.

Is Presidio Heights a good place to live?

Houseberry scores Presidio Heights 4.1 out of 5 overall, with 4.2 for schools and 4.0 for safety, each on the same five-point scale. The median home price there is $7.26M, against $7,300,000 for this property.

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