About 496 Ellsworth Street
In a prized location just two blocks from the shops and restaurants of Cortland Avenue, this beautiful home is flooded with light from its expansive windows and skylights. Crafted by combining two of San Francisco's storied earthquake cottages, the home has been attractively updated for modern living. The heart of the home is a bright,skylit kitchen that is beautifully appointed with stainless steel appliances and abundant cabinetry. A spacious walk-out patio is ideally configured for entertaining under Bernal's sunny skies. The expansive primary bedroom has refinished wood floors, a walk-in closet and is served by a sunny tiled bath. The generous den which opens onto the garden has been used as a nursery and bedroom by the current owner and offers a world of possibilities as a guest space or home office. Lovingly planted with roses and lavender, the lush garden offers a tranquil retreat The home is completed by a convenient laundry room and garage with abundant storage. Seeking a larger home? The current owner had previously obtained permit approval to expand the home to over 2,100 square feet. This sunny home is a rare opportunity for buyers ready to enjoy it as is and those who wish to explore creating their dream home on a wonderful block of Bernal Heights.
Features of 496 Ellsworth Street
| MLS® # | 425060588 |
|---|---|
| Price | $899,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 840 |
| Acres | 0.04 |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 496 Ellsworth Street |
|---|---|
| Area | SF District 9 |
| Subdivision | Bernal Heights |
| City | San Francisco |
| County | San Francisco |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94110 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Natural Gas Connected |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 1 |
| Parking | Attached, Garage Door Opener, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only) |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked |
|---|---|
| Heating | Wall Furnace |
| Fireplace | No |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partial |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Garden |
|---|---|
| Windows | Dual Pane Partial,Skylight(s) |
| Roof | Composition |
| Construction | Wood |
| Foundation | Concrete, Concrete Perimeter |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 25th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | RH-1 |
Listing Details
| Agent | Tim Johnson |
|---|---|
| Office | Compass |