Why Live in Crocker
Crocker in Daly City features tight rows of tract housing, with brightly colored condos and midcentury modern homes perched on hillsides offering views of San Bruno Mountain. The neighborhood has a mix of single-family homes and condos, many of which have been modernized internally while retaining their distinct 1950s exteriors. The northern part of Crocker is noisier due to its proximity to Mission Street, while areas closer to parks are quieter. Lincoln Park, with its palm trees, basketball court, and community center, and the Crocker Trailhead leading to San Bruno Mountain State & County Park are notable attractions. Nearby John McLaren Park offers a labyrinth, pickleball courts, and the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, while Thornton State Beach Park provides scenic seaside cliffs. Dining options include Fog City Café, Gateway Kitchen, and Noodle Station, with grocery stores like Lucky and Halal International & Greek Market nearby. Westlake Shopping Center offers big box stores such as Target and Trader Joe’s. Events at the historic Cow Palace Arena & Event Center, like the Grand National Rodeo and the Great Dickens Christmas Fair, add to the neighborhood's vibrancy. Crocker is served by Bayshore Elementary, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle, and Jefferson High School, which has a high rating. Public transit options include BART, MUNI, and SamTrans buses, with San Francisco International Airport 12 miles away. The crime rate in Crocker is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crocker a good place to live?
Crocker is a good place to live. Crocker is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Crocker has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 21.1 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $136,033 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 36.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Crocker are home owners, with 32.1% of residents renting and 67.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Crocker can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Crocker neighborhood guide.
Is Crocker, CA a safe neighborhood?
Crocker, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Crocker?
The median home price in Crocker is $334,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Crocker. The average household income in Crocker is $136K.
What are the best public schools in Crocker?
The best public schools that serve Crocker are:
What are the best private schools in Crocker?
The best private schools that serve Crocker are:
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Are home prices dropping in Crocker?
Yes, home prices in Crocker are down 21% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Crocker, CA
On average, homes in Crocker, Daly City sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Crocker, Daly City over the last 12 months is $368,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$368,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$300,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$290,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median List Price
$334,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%