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1544 Polk StreetSan Francisco, CA 94109

For Sale

$4,500,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $45,000

1538-1544 Polk Street is a mixed-use (hotel + retail) property in the Nob Hill/Polk Gulch neighborhood of San Francisco. The three-story property features three (3) retail units on the ground floor and a 40-unit SRO/hotel above that is master leased to an operator, Shirley Hotels. Of the 40 rooms, 21 are SRO units, 7 are SRO with partial baths, 9 are tourist/transient and 3 are for manager use. The SRO units without bathrooms share 3 common area bathrooms. Two of three retail units are occupied by a tuxedo retailer and a foot massage service. The 40 room hotel is currently month-month. A savvy investor may renegotiate the lease or operate the hotel to significantly increase cash flow. The property is in a central location of the Polk Street commercial corridor in Nob Hill. The street is famous for its historic architecture, Michelin-rated cuisine, and abundant retail amenities. It is an exceptional location for this type of property due to its walkability and easy access to public transit. The investment appeal of this property is its location in San Francisco's most desirable neighborhood and its significant upside potential. Proforma CAP 5% based on vacant units rented at market rents.

Listed by Brian Leung

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License #01203473

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Compass Commercial

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2787838

Last updated April 23, 2026

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Source: SFAR #426124320

Listing Facts

  • TypeMulti-family
  • NeighborhoodPolk Gulch
  • Days on Prevu55
  • Size14,160 sqft
  • Price per sqft$318

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

04/23/2026
Listed by Compass Commercial
$4,500,000

Property Details for 1544 Polk Street

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 43
  • Year Built: 1907

Measurements

  • Lot Features: Shape Regular
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4,720
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Residential Income

  • Cap Rate: 6.08

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 0644-016

Interior

Measurements

  • Living Area: 14,160
  • Living Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill

Rooms

  • Rooms Total: 42

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms does this multi-family home have?

There is bedrooms in this multi-family home at 1544 Polk Street.

What is the square footage on this multi-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 14,160 sqft.

1544 Polk Street is a -bedroom multi-family home for sale in San Francisco CA 94109. Available on Prevu for 55 days at $4,500,000. This home features 14,160 square feet of living space, located in San Francisco. The median listing price for multi-family homes in this area is $995,000. Additional amenities include pets allowed and parking. View other multi-family home listings in San Francisco.

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