38 Paulding St

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Description

Rare opportunity to own a detached Mission Terrace home offering the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. The main level showcases a classic Edwardian layout with charming period woodwork, inviting living spaces, and 2 bedrooms thoughtfully tucked to the side for privacy. Downstairs, versatile bonus space + bath provides endless possibilities for a home office, guest quarters, gym, extended family living, or evolving lifestyle needs. Ideal for first-time buyers seeking to establish roots and...Rare opportunity to own a detached Mission Terrace home offering the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. The main level showcases a classic Edwardian layout with charming period woodwork, inviting living spaces, and 2 bedrooms thoughtfully tucked to the side for privacy. Downstairs, versatile bonus space + bath provides endless possibilities for a home office, guest quarters, gym, extended family living, or evolving lifestyle needs. Ideal for first-time buyers seeking to establish roots and build long-term equity, as well as multigenerational households looking for room to grow, this home delivers uncommon versatility at an approachable price point. Enjoy abundant parking and exceptional convenience near Ocean Avenue shops and restaurants, neighborhood parks, schools, BART, Muni, and I-280 for easy access to Downtown San Francisco and the Peninsula. A unique opportunity to create your ideal living experience in a well-connected residential neighborhood.

Listing Agents

  1. Tim Fong

    Tim Fong

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01458366

    P: (415)-816-6345

  2. Peter Fong

    Peter Fong

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #00553105

    P: (415)-999-6516

Property Details for 38 Paulding Street

Directions to Property
San Jose Ave to Paulding Street. Or use Google Maps.
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
Architectural Style
Edwardian
Cross Street
San Jose Ave
Total Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 05/20/2026 12:14 AM

Property Details for 38 Paulding Street

StatusActive
MLS #426125919
Days on CompassListed Today
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,395 SF
CountySan Francisco County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Tim Fong, DRE #01458366; Compass, Peter Fong, DRE #00553105
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Building Information for 38 Paulding Street

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,395 SF

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Property Information for 38 Paulding Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -122.4419414, 37.7279788
  • Latitude: 37.7279788
  • Longitude: -122.4419414
  • Area/District: SF District 10
  • Subdistrict: Mission Terrace
  • Location Description: SF District 10, Mission Terrace, SF District 10 Mission Terrace
Taxes and HOA
  • APN: 3144C027
  • Association: No
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Tax Tract: 0.00
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Property Faces: Southwest
  • Building Area Total: 0.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 2395.8
  • Property Attached: No
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Elevation: 0
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 05-20-2026 12:14:43 AM
Farm Information
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 0
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Partial
  • Security Features: Security Gate
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Senior Community: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Gas, Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Appliances: In Garage, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bath Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Flooring: Simulated Wood, Tile, Wood
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • # of Rooms: 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Possible Guest, Storage
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Dining Room
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Kithcen
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Quartz Counter
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Standard Status: Active
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease Type: Net
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Current Rent: $.00
  • Hours Limited: No
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No

Property History for 38 Paulding Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #426125919

$995,000
Dec 16, 1998

Sold

RESFAR #49476

$302,000
Dec 9, 1998

Pending

RESFAR #49476

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2026

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #426125919

$995,000
12/16/1998

Sold

RESFAR #49476

$302,000
12/09/1998

Pending

RESFAR #49476

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 38 Paulding Street

Taxable ValueLand$313,534Additions$159,894Total$473,428
Tax Record2025$5,710 ($476 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,054 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,054 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,395 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926ZoningRH1CountySAN FRANCISCOAPN3144C-027

Schools near 38 Paulding Street

This home is within San Francisco Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Monroe Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hoover (Herbert) Middle School
Public6 to 8

Balboa High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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38 Paulding Street is a single family home for sale in San Francisco, CA 94112. This property was listed for sale on May 20, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on December 16, 1998. This listing's school district is San Francisco Unified School District. Nearby schools include Monroe Elementary School, Hoover (Herbert) Middle School and Balboa High School. 38 Paulding Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, single family home built in 1926.

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