Here’s a curated list of notable neighbourhoods in San Francisco with brief market-context commentary based on recent trends September 2025
1.
Pacific Heights
- One of the most prestigious areas, known for historic mansions, scenic views, and proximity to luxury shops and waterfront parks.
- Median listing price: ~$2.8 million, with strong demand and properties often selling above asking.
- Despite this, some sources note significant year-over-year drops (e.g., ~40% in early 2025), though still highly competitive.
2.
Mission District / Mission Dolores
- Vibrant cultural hub with historic charm, thriving nightlife, and young professional appeal.
- Median home price: around $1.3 million, with a 2–2.5% annual increase; properties often attract multiple offers.
3.
Sunset District (including Outer and Inner Sunset)
- Offers a more suburban feel, close to Golden Gate Park and the ocean.
- Median home price roughly $1.2–1.3 million, with steady appreciation. Notably one of the few areas showing home value gains (~2–3%) since 2020.
- Redfin data shows strong recent growth: >20% increase in some parts.
4.
Noe Valley
- Family-friendly with sunny weather, Victorian homes, and a lively local strip.
- Median home around $2 million; prices rising at ~2.2% annually; high demand with quick sales.
- Also viewed as a stable long-term investment, often featured in market spotlights.
5.
Russian Hill
- Offers iconic views, charming streets, historic architecture, and easy access to downtown.
- Median listing price approx. $1.9 million.
- One report marks this area as part of the city’s “most expensive” neighborhoods.
- However, Redfin data shows recent declines (~25% in parts).
6.
Nob Hill / Downtown (incl. Union Square, Chinatown, Tenderloin)
- Nob Hill: known for luxury hotels and premier real estate; among the most desirable and high-priced in the U.S.
- Downtown areas (Nob Hill, Union Square) saw a dramatic ~51% surge in median list prices year-over-year in May 2025.
- The 94108 ZIP code (Nob Hill/Chinatown/Union Square/Tenderloin) posted a ~51% list-price jump in May 2025.
7.
South of Market (SoMa), Mission Bay, Potrero Hill
- SoMa and Mission Bay: major hubs for new development—luxury condos, tech offices, and attractive to urban professionals/investors.
- Potrero Hill: sunny, scenic, with growing development; median around ~$997K, good value relative to central areas.
- Redfin shows strong pricing growth—for example, Potrero Hill up ~23% recently.
8.
Bernal Heights
- Residential, community-oriented with unique views (Bernal Hill).
- Median listing around $1.1 million; steady interest for long-term value.
- Also highlighted as desirable for both residents and investors.
9.
Bayview & Hunter’s Point (cheaper neighborhoods)
- Among the more affordable parts of the city.
- Hunt’s Point median ~$825K; Bayview ~$920K; still relatively pricey but lower compared to other SF areas.
Summary — Neighborhoods at a Glance
| Neighborhood | Snapshot |
| Pacific Heights | Ultra-premium, strong demand, some recent cooling |
| Mission District / Dolores | Cultural hotspot with steady price growth |
| Sunset District | Family-friendly, rare continued home value growth |
| Noe Valley | Sunny, charming, high demand, steady appreciation |
| Russian Hill | Scenic & upscale, recent price corrections |
| Nob Hill / Downtown | Luxury core surging—big rebounds underway |
| SoMa / Mission Bay / Potrero Hill | Development-rich, attractive to investors |
| Bernal Heights | Community feel, stable value, investor interest |
| Bayview / Hunter’s Point | Lower-priced but still part of high-SF market |
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