756 Chestnut sits in one of San Francisco's most walkable enclaves, where North Beach heritage meets Marina District accessibility. The address places residents a brief stroll from Washington Square and the cafés and bakeries that define the neighborhood's street life. With a Walk Score of 98, daily errands unfold on foot. The location offers an eleven-minute drive to Downtown San Francisco and twenty-three minutes to SFO, balancing urban immersion with practical connectivity. Chestnut Street itself runs east–west through a district known for pre-war architecture, neighborhood grocers, and a density of independent restaurants.
The blocks surrounding Chestnut trace a north slope topography between Russian Hill and the waterfront, a geography that has long shaped the area's pedestrian character. Trader Joe's, Safeway, and Lien Hing Supermarket anchor grocery runs, while Caffè Trieste and Mario's Bohemian Cafe occupy nearby corners. Washington Square and Joe DiMaggio Playground provide green space within a few blocks. The roster of nearby schools includes Yick Wo Elementary, rated 8 out of 10 by GreatSchools, and The New School of San Francisco, a K–7 charter with a 10 rating, both within two-tenths of a mile. Transit connections support a thirty-minute commute to Downtown and fifty-one minutes to the airport.
Recent comparable sales in the Marina and Russian Hill condo market ranged from $2,250,000 to $4,100,000, with a median of $2,895,000 and an average of $3,014,167. Price per square foot for closed transactions averaged $1,511, while the broader market average stands at $1,565. Properties spent an average of twelve days on market, and two recent sales closed above asking—one at 23.4 percent over and another at 4.2 percent over. The data reflects an active segment with consistent pricing discipline and buyer conviction.
| Comparable Sale | Price | Bd/Ba | Sq Ft | $/Sq Ft | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3731 Webster St, San Francisco, CA 94123 Closed | $3,950,000 | 3/3 | 2,216 | $1,782 | May 07, 2026 |
| 2229 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94123 Sold Off MLS | $3,500,000 | 3/2 | 2,250 | $1,556 | Mar 13, 2026 |
| 2375 Bay St, San Francisco, CA 94123 Closed | $3,495,000 | 3/2 | 2,105 | $1,660 | Oct 10, 2025 |
| 1338 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123 Closed | $2,600,000 | 3/2.5 | 1,823 | $1,426 | Jun 04, 2025 |
| 3036 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94123 Sold Off MLS | $2,290,000 | 3/2 | 1,750 | $1,309 | Dec 30, 2025 |
| 1738 Lombard St, Unit 5, San Francisco, CA 94123 Closed | $2,250,000 | 3/3 | 1,825 | $1,233 | May 19, 2026 |
Walk Score® rates an address from 0–100 by how easily everyday errands — groceries, coffee, dining, school pickup — can be done on foot. 50+ means some errands can be walked, 70+ means most can, and 90+ is a rare walker's paradise. Transit and Bike scores read the same way for public transportation and cycling.
Ratings are GreatSchools Summary Ratings on a 1–10 scale, based on test scores, student progress, and college readiness — 8–10 is above average, 5–7 average, 1–4 below average. Schools shown are the closest rated options within five miles. Attendance boundaries change; always verify enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
As a longtime resident of Los Altos Hills, I have had the privilege of raising my children and watching them grow through Palo Alto public schools, and later at Woodside Priorya private school in Portola Valley. Our family has loved the peaceful and calmness of the hills, the hiking trails, and its close proximity to Silicon Valley and San Francisco.
Through the years, I’ve navigated our community extensively, driving my kids to activities across neighboring towns for various activities which has given me extensive knowledge and familiarity in Atherton, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Portola Valley and Los Altos and beyond. This experience has given me an intimate knowledge of the area and a deep appreciation for the vibrant lifestyle it offers.
Some of my favorite local spots include Los Altos Grill or Evvia for a night out, Satura or Mademoiselle Colette for a morning coffee and croissant, and Terun for a lunch meet up. For fitness, I love the small, intense classes at barre3 or MPX Pilates, and for outdoor relaxation, I enjoy a quick hike at Arastradero Preserve. When it comes to self-care, No Filter Brazilian MedSpa in San Mateo is a personal favorite.
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