Hanna John Azar

PRO

Commercial Real Estate Agent | Compass CommercialDRE #02005698

Areas served

Burlingame, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Foster City, CA, Oakland, Alameda County, CA, San Mateo, CA, San Mateo County, CA, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA

Expertise

1031 Exchanges, Land, Multi-Family Investors, Investor Clients, Rental Income

Languages

English

Contact Hanna

hannajohn.azar@compass.com

+1 (415) 875-0177

bayareamultifamilybroker.com

Hanna John AzarPRO

Commercial Real Estate Agent | Compass CommercialDRE #02005698

Areas served

Burlingame, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Foster City, CA, Oakland, Alameda County, CA, San Mateo, CA, San Mateo County, CA, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA

Expertise

1031 Exchanges, Land, Multi-Family Investors, Investor Clients, Rental Income

Languages

English

Compass Commercial Real Estate Agent for 1031 Exchanges and Investor Clients

Hanna John Azar is a commercial real estate agent with Compass Commercial, serving clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. He focuses on advising multi-family investors looking to optimize rental income, acquire development land, or complete tax-deferred transactions. Working across San Francisco, San Mateo County, CA, his practice includes Burlingame, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Foster City, CA, and San Mateo, CA. In the East Bay, he guides clients in Oakland, Alameda County, CA, and San Leandro, Alameda County, CA. Hanna pairs local market data with straightforward communication to help clients make informed decisions on acquisitions, sales, and long-term asset positioning.

Hanna’s posts

I am pleased to announce the successful sale of 412 E Bellevue Ave, a turn-key fully renovated 6-unit apartment building in San Mateo. This property has been owned and carefully maintained by the same ownership for over 30 years. We achieved the highest price per sqft among recent San Mateo County apartment sales.

Transaction Highlights:

🔸Seller Representation
🔸Through our strategic marketing, we were able to achieve the highest price per square foot among recent San Mateo County multifamily sales per CoStar
🔸5.7% Cap Rate / 11.78 GRM / $704 per SqFt
🔸6-unit apartment building on a 10,000 SqFt lot
🔸Unit mix: (3) 1-Bed/1-Bath + den, and (3) 1-Bed/1-Bath
🔸Comprehensive unit renovations and capital improvements
🔸Prime location near Downtown Burlingame

For more information on this listing:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

Ismael Benhamida
ismael@benhamidagroup.com
408.373.6195

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#sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments
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Just Closed
124 El Camino Real | Fourplex | Sold for $1,930,000

Key highlights:

- Negotiated $255,000 below the list price
- Just 1 block from Burlingame Avenue – near shops, dining, and Caltrain access
- 4,159 SF building on a 4,979 SF lot
- Unit mix: (2) two-bedrooms, (1) one-bedroom, (1) studio
- Each unit features a private outdoor space
- Recent electrical upgrades
- Significant rental upside.

If you're considering selling, buying, or repositioning income property in today’s market—let’s talk!

415.875.0177
hannajohn.azar@compass.com

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity
#sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate
#incomeproperties #compasscommercial
#multifamilyinvestment

Just Listed!

Wonderful Santa Clara triplex situated on an oversized 6,000 SqFt lot one block from City Hall and one mile from Santa Clara University. Unit Mix: One 4-bedroom/1-bathroom flat (approx. 1230 SqFt), (1) 2-bedroom/1-bathroom (approx. 722 SqFt), and (1) 1-bedroom/1-bathroom (approx. 552 SqFt). The property has been maintained by the current owner for nearly nineteen years. Opportunity to reposition the property by upgrading the exterior facade and unit kitchens, bathrooms, and flooring, and adding in-unit laundry and recessed lighting to meet the preferences of high-paying technology employees.

Additionally, the property has the potential to add an ADU unit by converting part of the large parking area into a residential unit. The property is located in close proximity to major technology companies including Intel, Nvidia, Apple, and Applied Materials. The robust high tech job growth, shortage of housing units, rent growth, and proximity to large Silicon Valley employers make 1704 Monroe Street a great opportunity for both the cash flow and appreciation minded investor.

Key Highlights:

🔸Located in Close Proximity To Santa Clara University
🔸(1) Two-Bed/One-Bath, (1) One-Bed/One-Bath Units and (1) Three-Bed/One-Bath
🔸31% Rent Upside Upon Unit Turnover
🔸Value Add And Repositioning Opportunity
🔸Large Lot with an Abundance of Parking and allows for the creation of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

For more information on this sale:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #santaclaracounty #santaclaracountyrealestate #investmentrealestate #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #cre #multifamilyinvestments

JUST SOLD | 1880 Fell Street | San Francisco

We are pleased to announce the successful sale of 1880 Fell Street, an exceptional 8-unit multifamily investment property located in one of San Francisco's most desirable residential corridors.

The property generated significant investor interest due to its strong in-place cash flow, completed capital improvements, and substantial value-add potential. Situated just steps from Golden Gate Park, the asset offers an attractive combination of location, stability, and future upside.

Property Highlights:
• 8 Residential Units
• Built in 1976
• 8 Garage Parking Spaces
• 63% Upside in Rents Upon Unit Turnover
• Completed Soft-Story Seismic Retrofit
• Major Electrical & Fire Alarm Upgrades
• Prime San Francisco Location Near Golden Gate Park

Hanna John Azar
Broker Associate | Compass Commercial
(415) 875-0177
hannajohn.azar@compass.com

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315 Grand Blvd in San Mateo presented a unique value-add opportunity in one of the Bay Area's most sought-after submarkets.

Despite the property being unfinanceable with conventional lenders due to its current condition, we procured three offers quickly because buyers saw the potential to add ADUs and reposition the building.

Key Highlights:

🔸Off-Market Transaction
🔸Value-add opportunity with income upside
🔸Unit Mix: three studios and one 2-bedroom unit
🔸7,500 sq. ft. lot with 2,410 sq. ft. building
🔸Prime location near Downtown Burlingame and San Mateo
🔸Vacant studio cottage and two-bedroom apartment ready for renovation to achieve market rents
🔸Significant ADU potential

For more information on this listing:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments
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419 Cedar Street is a beautifully renovated 4-unit multifamily building in Redwood City. The property features many recent capital improvements including new electrical, copper plumbing, an updated roof, and renovated units.

By leveraging our internal network of investors, we secured a qualified buyer without the property ever hitting the open market.

Key Highlights:

🔸Off-Market Transaction
🔸4-unit Apartment Building comprised of 2 two-bedroom/one-bathroom and 2 one-bedroom/one-bathroom units.
🔸3,940 sqft building on a 5,000 sqft lot.
🔸Recently renovated with major upgrades including new electrical systems and plumbing
🔸Sale Price $1,880,000.
🔸Off-market transaction with a smooth and efficient closing process..

For more information on this listing:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments
#Sanmateocounty

6454 Mission Street is a mixed-use property located on the main commercial corridor in the heart of Daly City. The property was made up of a ground floor retail unit (1,089 SqFt on the ground level and 1,099 SqFt basement) and a large 1,180 SqFt 2-bedroom/1-bathroom flat on the 2nd floor.

With our marketing efforts, we were able to secure a non-contingent buyer who paid above list price. The sale included negotiating with one of the tenants, and delivering that unit vacant before the close of escrow. We were also able to negotiate a deposit release.

Key Highlights:

🔸Seller Representation
🔸Sold Above Asking
🔸Two Unit Mixed-Use Building Consisting of One Ground Floor Retail and One Two-Bedroom/One-Bathroom Residential Flat
🔸Close Proximity to BART Station and 280 Freeway

For more information on this listing :

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments
#sanfrancisco

140 Church Street is a prime mixed-use property located in the Duboce Triangle neighborhood of San Francisco. The building consists of two ground floor restaurants and four large 4-bedroom/1-bathroom flats.

Key Highlights:

🔸Off-Market Transaction
🔸Buyer Representation
🔸Six Unit Mixed-Use Building Consisting of Two Ground Floor Restaurants and Four 4-Bedroom/One-Bathroom Residential Flats
🔸Near Safeway, Market Street, Dolores Park, Bart, etc.

For more information on this listing:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments
#sanfrancisco

Just Sold | 129 Anita Road, Burlingame
5-Unit Apartment Building
Sale Price: $1,980,000

We’re pleased to announce the successful off-market sale of 129 Anita Road, a five-unit multifamily property in Burlingame.

The property consists of:

(1) detached single-family residence

(2) detached duplex structures, comprising

(3) one-bedroom / one-bathroom units and (1) studio unit, situated on a 7,500 SF lot

The property is a short distance to top Burlingame schools, Downtown Burlingame, and other nearby amenities, making it a highly desirable long-term investment location.

We sourced a motivated 1031-exchange buyer seeking increased cash flow and long-term income stability.

Seller Objective:

The sellers were long-term owners looking to reduce day-to-day management responsibilities while achieving a smooth, efficient escrow and top-of-market pricing.

Buyer Strategy:

The buyer completed a 1031 exchange from a single-family residence into a more scalable, income-producing multifamily asset.

By acquiring this five-unit property, the buyer was able to:

• Increase cash flow and income stability
• Improve location quality
• Defer capital gains taxes via a 1031 exchange
• Implement a value-add strategy to grow rental income and overall property value

This transaction highlights the importance of targeted marketing and aligning the right opportunity with the right buyer to achieve win-win results.

For more information on this sale or current market updates, feel free to reach out.

Hanna John Azar
hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

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#burlingame #sfbayarea #commercialrealestate
#1031exchange #incomeproperty #compasscommercial

Just Listed!

412 E Bellevue, San Mateo

Key Highlights:

🔸 Located In close proximity to Downtown Burlingame
🔸 Comprehensive Renovations: Kitchens, bathrooms, fixtures, windows, flooring, and paint.
🔸 Updated Systems: electrical systems, plumbing (with copper pipes), and hot water heaters in each unit have been upgraded.
🔸 Six one-bedroom/one-bathrooms units, three of which contain a bonus room.
🔸Prime Location: Situated in North Central San Mateo, near Hillsborough and Burlingame, with easy access to amenities, schools, and major commuter routes.
🔸 Large Lot with ADU Potential

For more information on this listing :
Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #sanmateocounty #sanmateocountryrealestate #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments

Just Sold | 3 Contiguous Multifamily Properties | San Mateo, CA

I successfully closed three contiguous multifamily properties on Grand Boulevard in San Mateo. Each property was owned by a different owner, which added a layer of complexity requiring coordination across multiple parties, timelines, and objectives — ultimately resulting in a successful outcome for all involved.

Collectively, the properties featured the potential to construct up to 12 ADUs, per an ADU consultancy’s pre-feasibility study. In total, the portfolio consisted of 10 residential units, 6,369 square feet of building area, and 22,873 square feet of land.

Ideally located near Downtown San Mateo, residents benefit from walkable access to shops, dining, and entertainment, along with proximity to Caltrain, Highway 101, and Highway 92, allowing for efficient commutes throughout the Peninsula and Silicon Valley.

The area’s strong economic fundamentals, excellent schools, high quality of life, continued rent growth, and ADU optionality made 315, 321, and 327 Grand Boulevard compelling opportunities for cash-flow, appreciation, and development-minded investors.

These transactions reflect what today’s buyers are prioritizing: flexibility, upside, and long-term upside in supply-constrained Peninsula submarkets.

327 Grand Blvd | Triplex
• Two buildings on one lot
• (2) 2BR/1BA + (1) 1BR/1BA
• Fully occupied with stable in-place income
• 7,651 SF lot with the ability to add up to 3 ADUs

315 Grand Blvd | Fourplex
• (3) renovated studios + (1) renovated 2BR/1BA
• Two units delivered vacant for owner-occupancy or repositioning
• Extensive capital improvements completed
• 7,500 SF lot with feasibility to add up to 5 ADUs
• Strong blend of cash flow and development upside

321 Grand Blvd | Triplex
• Held under the same ownership for 50+ years
• All units with private yards
• Two buildings on one lot with off-street parking
• 7,631 SF lot with the potential to add up to 4 ADUs

Please reach out for more information about these transactions or to discuss other investment opportunities.

Hanna John Azar
Broker-Associate
#02005698

1704 Monroe in San Clara is a prime value-add investment opporunity, in the heart of Silicon Valley.

This gem offers incredible value-add potential with 3 spacious units on a massive 6,000 sq ft lot. The property featured signficiant upside in rents upon unit turnovers and ADU potential, without comprising the existing parking spaces.

Key Highlights:

🔸Close proximity to Santa Clara University 🎓
🔸Proven rental history
🔸31% rent upside potential 💰
🔸ADU development opportunity
🔸Tech hub location near Intel & Nvidia
🔸Part of a 1031 exchange transaction

For more information on this listing:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

#realestate #multifamilyinvesting #investmentopportunity #sfbayarea #investmentproperty #commercialrealestate #incomeproperties #compasscommercial #multifamilyinvestments
#santaclaracounty #siliconvalleyrealestate

Just Sold!

We are excited to announce the successful closing of the D'Avila Woods Apartments, a unique multifamily investment property in El Sobrante. Nestled in the charming community of El Sobrante, this exceptional property is situated on a massive 3.91-acre lot and offers a highly desirable configuration of 44 split-level townhouse-style units that were built to condo specifications in 1987. The new owners have plans for interior unit renovations as turnovers occur and adding exterior amenities and among other curb appeal improvements. They may also add accessory dwelling units by converting garages into units.

Our process: We helped the sellers stabilize the property during the marketing process, which included completing approximately fourteen unit turnovers, new lease-ups, and numerous improvements. We also facilitated and coordinated the replacement of seven 15-foot exterior staircases.

Our results: The property sold for over $1M more than from off-market offers received from other brokers in 2023 before we were hired to sell the property. The owners executed a 1031 exchange, investing the sale proceeds into a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST), which provides them with a more diversified and totally passive investment.

For more information on this sale:

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

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Just Listed!

2041 Polk St, San Francisco

Key Highlights:
🔸 Building Square Footage: 4,609 SF
🔸 Year Built: 1964
🔸Lot Size: 3,440 SF
🔸 RZoning: NCD- Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial
🔸 Polk & Broadway
🔸 3 Vacant Suites for Immediate Repositioning
🔸 Property Built as Dental Suites in 1964 Complete with Open Air Atrium
🔸 $434 Per Foot | $333,333 Per Unit
🔸 SBA Financing Available For Owner-Users

For more information on this listing :

Hannajohn.azar@compass.com
415.875.0177

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#sanfrancisco

I am excited to bring to market one of the most compelling mixed-use investment opportunities currently available in San Francisco.

1427–1431 Grant Avenue is a fully vacant, four-unit mixed-use property that has undergone an extensive $1.2M+ down-to-the-studs renovation. The asset offers a rare combination of location, quality, flexibility, and immediate income potential.

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Delivered fully vacant
• Condo-quality residential finishes throughout
• New building systems, roof, windows, plumbing, and electrical
• Ground-floor retail frontage on iconic Grant Avenue
• Rooftop deck with sweeping views of Coit Tower, Telegraph Hill, and the Transamerica Pyramid
• Garage parking for up to three vehicles
• Scheduled NOI: $202,462
• Cap Rate: 5.33%

In a market where turnkey assets are increasingly difficult to find, this offering provides investors and owner-users the opportunity to acquire a best-in-class property in one of San Francisco's most iconic neighborhoods.

For more details or a private tour, please reach out directly.

Hanna John Azar @azarrealtygroup
Broker Associate | Compass Commercial
415.875.0177
hannajohn.azar@compass.com

#SanFrancisco #BayArea #Multifamily #CRE

Hanna John Azar

PRO

Commercial Real Estate Agent | Compass CommercialDRE #02005698

Areas served

Burlingame, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Foster City, CA, Oakland, Alameda County, CA, San Mateo, CA, San Mateo County, CA, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA

Expertise

1031 Exchanges, Land, Multi-Family Investors, Investor Clients, Rental Income

Languages

English

Contact Hanna

hannajohn.azar@compass.com

+1 (415) 875-0177

bayareamultifamilybroker.com

Hanna John AzarPRO

Commercial Real Estate Agent | Compass CommercialDRE #02005698

Areas served

Burlingame, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Foster City, CA, Oakland, Alameda County, CA, San Mateo, CA, San Mateo County, CA, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA

Expertise

1031 Exchanges, Land, Multi-Family Investors, Investor Clients, Rental Income

Languages

English

Compass Commercial Real Estate Agent for 1031 Exchanges and Investor Clients