The Bristol
Condos on Treasure Island near the ferry.
Active new builds
Buy a new home in Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island and keep the commission
Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island builders pay your agent's commission. TurboHome credits most of it back to you, on top of whatever incentives the builder offers. On a $1,000,000 home in San Francisco, California, that's about $15,000 back at closing.
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Your Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island savings stack
- Builder incentivesRate buydowns, closing costs, upgrades
- Negotiated
- TurboHome rebateOn a $1,000,000 home
- +$15,000
- You keep both
- Builder deal + $15,000
What to know before buying in Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island
Treasure Island is the redevelopment of the former Navy base on Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island in the middle of San Francisco Bay. Treasure Island Community Development, a partnership of Wilson Meany, Stockbridge, and Lennar, plans about 8,000 homes. The Bristol on Yerba Buena Island opened in 2022, about 1,000 homes were built in the first phase, and work on phase two is under way.
About 300 acres are planned as parks and open space, with about 22 miles of paths and the new Cityside Park on the waterfront. A ferry runs to downtown San Francisco in about 8 minutes, and the Bay Bridge connects the islands to the city and the East Bay. A small grocery, restaurants, wineries, and weekend events in the historic buildings add to island life as more residents arrive.
New for-sale homes include condos at The Bristol and 490 Avenue of the Palms, plus The Row Homes and The Flats on Yerba Buena Island. Prices vary widely by building and view, and builder incentives change by release. A local TurboHome agent can compare buildings, read HOA and tax figures, negotiate with the builder, and stack the TurboHome rebate on builder incentives.
- 460
- Acres
- 8,000
- Homes planned at build-out
- 2022
- Year homebuilding started
- Varies by building
- New home prices
- School districts
- San Francisco Unified School District
- Property tax
- About 1.2% to 1.8% with CFD tax
- HOA dues
- Varies by building
- Master developer
- Treasure Island Community Development
Stack your rebate on top of Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island builder incentives
Most buyers walk into a model home and take the builder's deal as offered. The cheapest house in the neighborhood comes from layering three savings.
The builder's incentive
Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island builders advertise rate buydowns, closing-cost credits, and design-center allowances. Those stay yours when you buy with TurboHome.
Your TurboHome rebate
Builders pay the buyer's agent commission. We keep a flat fee and credit you the rest at closing, about $15,000 on a $1,000,000 home.
What we negotiate on top
Lot premiums, upgrade pricing, and discounts on finished spec homes. Builders rarely offer these to buyers who don't ask.
- Home price
- $1,000,000
- Builder-paid commission (2.5%)
- $25,000
- TurboHome flat fee
- $10,000
- Your TurboHome rebate
- $15,000
Example at a 2.5% builder-paid commission. Builders set their own buyer-agent compensation, and your rebate is confirmed in your written buyer agreement and on the closing statement.
Unlock your $15,000 rebate at closing
Plan with 2.5% buyer-agent compensation. We credit you back and take a low flat fee.
$1,000,000
*Estimate based on 2.5% buyer-agent compensation. Actual compensation is negotiated in your written buyer agreement.
Your planning estimate
$15,000
Estimated rebate after TurboHome applies its exact price-tiered flat fee to the $1,000,000 home price and 2.5% compensation assumption.
- Estimated compensation
- $25,000
- TurboHome flat fee
- $10,000
- Estimated rebate
- $15,000
Final rebate depends on compensation received, your written agreement, lender approval, and closing instructions.
What you'd get back at $1,000,000
$15,000
TurboHome
your rebate
$0
Buying without an agent
no rebate
Buying through the builder's sales office alone returns no commission to you. Builders set their own buyer-agent compensation, so confirm it before you sign.
How we negotiate with Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island builders
TurboHome agents work with new-construction buyers all the time. We know where builders have room to move, and the builder's sales rep works for the builder.
Spec homes priced to move
A finished home that sits costs the builder money every month. We look for inventory that has lingered and push for a lower price or a bigger credit.
Lot premiums and upgrades
Premiums for lake, greenbelt, and cul-de-sac lots are often negotiable, and design-center upgrades carry a markup. We ask for both before you sign.
Incentives without lender lock-in
Many incentives require the builder's preferred lender. We have you get an outside quote so you can see what the incentive is really worth.
Timing the ask
Builders work toward quarter-end and section close-out targets. We time offers to the moments a sales office most needs a contract.
Contract review
Builder contracts are written by the builder. We go through deposits, construction delays, and warranty terms with you before you commit.
Independent inspections
New does not mean flawless. We recommend a third-party inspector at pre-pour, pre-drywall, and the final walkthrough.
Builders selling in Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island
- Lennar
- Wilson Meany
- Stockbridge
Builder lineups change as sections open and sell out. Ask us who is selling now and which builders have move-in-ready homes.
Register us before your first model home visit
Many builders only pay a buyer's agent who is with you, or registered, on your first visit to their sales office. Walk into a Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island model home alone and the builder can decline to pay agent commission. Without it, there is no TurboHome rebate.
Tell us which builders and models you want to see. We register you first, so every incentive and your rebate stay on the table.
Where to buy inside Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island
Each village has its own age, price point, and school zoning. Here is how they compare.
490 Avenue of the Palms
148 waterfront condos next to Cityside Park with skyline views.
Active new builds
The Flats
Single-level, full-floor homes on Yerba Buena Island.
Active new builds
Yerba Buena Island row homes
Hillside row homes on the smaller island.
Active new builds
Future phases
More buildings planned as the islands build out.
Coming soon
What our local agents check in Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island
The details that change your monthly payment or resale value, and that a model home tour won't mention.
Try the ferry first
The ferry is the main transit link to downtown. Ride it at rush hour before you buy.
Ask about sea level planning
The islands have flood and sea level plans. Ask the builder about ground elevation and insurance.
Get the CFD amount
Special taxes raise the total rate. Ask for the exact annual levy on your unit.
Compare building HOAs
Dues vary by building and amenities. Compare total monthly costs.
Register your agent first
Bring your TurboHome agent, or have them register you, before your first sales office visit to keep your rebate.
Meet your Agents
Meet your Agents
Experience: 15
No. of Transactions: 250+
“Mark brings nearly two decades of experience pioneering tech-enabled real estate in the Bay Area - starting as an agent closing hundreds of transactions, then building and leading buyer-focused teams across San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Marin, and Sonoma. He's worked across early-stage proptech and at scale, with a consistent focus on helping buyers navigate one of the most competitive markets in the country.”
Real buyers, real wins
Real stories from real people who saved thousands with TurboHome.
Their team is incredibly friendly, professional, and attentive. They made everything so much easier and stress-free. Highly recommend!
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Polo Green
Donny helped me navigate a few addendums and successfully extended closing when needed, ensuring everything went smoothly.
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Wilmer Tejada
I like the business model of TurboHome. The whole process was extremely easy and I felt a lot more comfortable working with them (no pressure) than a traditional agent.
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Tiffany Peng
Donny's helped us navigate a couple of issues that arose prior to closing, working closely with the seller and their agent to ensure everything continued to progress smoothly.
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Jay Patel
Kevin was great to work with and exceeded our expectations. The credit we received from the buyers agent commission helped tremendously with our closing costs as well.
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Dustin Rosenberg
Awesome experience! We purchased a home quick and easy using Turbo Home. It cut down on so much time going back and forth. Quick, easy and efficient home buying!
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Sergio Rodriguez
Very pleasant experience, prompt response times to inquiries, and explanation of entire process. Highly recommend Kevin, Donny and Daniel and the rest of their team.
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Roberto Grijalba Garcia
Donny and the TurboHome team were responsive, knowledgeable, and friendly. They helped us organize our own inspection after discovering major inaccuracies in the seller's disclosure packet.
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Rebbecca R.
Their team is incredibly friendly, professional, and attentive. They made everything so much easier and stress-free. Highly recommend!
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Polo Green
Donny helped me navigate a few addendums and successfully extended closing when needed, ensuring everything went smoothly.
W
Wilmer Tejada
I like the business model of TurboHome. The whole process was extremely easy and I felt a lot more comfortable working with them (no pressure) than a traditional agent.
T
Tiffany Peng
Donny's helped us navigate a couple of issues that arose prior to closing, working closely with the seller and their agent to ensure everything continued to progress smoothly.
J
Jay Patel
Kevin was great to work with and exceeded our expectations. The credit we received from the buyers agent commission helped tremendously with our closing costs as well.
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Dustin Rosenberg
Awesome experience! We purchased a home quick and easy using Turbo Home. It cut down on so much time going back and forth. Quick, easy and efficient home buying!
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Sergio Rodriguez
Very pleasant experience, prompt response times to inquiries, and explanation of entire process. Highly recommend Kevin, Donny and Daniel and the rest of their team.
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Roberto Grijalba Garcia
Donny and the TurboHome team were responsive, knowledgeable, and friendly. They helped us organize our own inspection after discovering major inaccuracies in the seller's disclosure packet.
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Rebbecca R.
Buying in Treasure Island / Yerba Buena Island: common questions
Yes. When the builder pays buyer-agent compensation, TurboHome keeps a flat fee and credits you the rest at closing. On a $1,000,000 home with 2.5% buyer-agent compensation, that is $25,000 minus a $10,000 flat fee, or a $15,000 TurboHome rebate. Confirm the builder's compensation before your first visit.
More San Francisco communities with new homes
The same rebate and builder negotiation apply in every community we cover.
Written by Lucas Beard. Reviewed by Kevin Kretzmer, CalDRE #01997822. Updated October 2026.
Sources
- Treasure Island SF
- Treasure Island: Residences for lease and sale
- The Real Deal: First new condos on Treasure Island (June 2025)
- SF.gov: Housing on Treasure and Yerba Buena Islands
- SF Treasure Island Development Authority
- San Francisco Unified School District: Enrollment
Prices, taxes, HOA dues, and builder lineups change. Confirm current figures with the builder and your title company before you sign.
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