$2,272,270Average Value$1,220Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Decorative and community-rich neighborhood in the center of San Francisco
Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights is located in the heart of San Francisco, surrounded by abundant green spaces, easily accessible public transportation, historic homes and top-rated public schools. Its hilly, tree-lined streetscapes with decorative homes are a highlight of this charming neighborhood that benefits from being within walking distance of local restaurants, cafes and boutiques. “I’ve lived here for about 23 years, and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else,” says Joan Miller. “We are lucky to be in a really beautiful neighborhood, and I think one of the things I love most is that we have a close group of neighbors where we really do look out for each other.” Along with this strong community, the neighborhood’s housing landscape is another draw. “There are lot of really high-end homes here,” says Eddie O’Sullivan, a longtime Realtor and Broker with Elevation Real Estate. “It’s also great to go driving through there during Christmas and Halloween,” says Jeff Rupp, the Director of Operations for Elevation Real Estate, who has lived in San Francisco for over 30 years. “They love to decorate for every season; it’s cute, and they are kind of famous for it.”
Historic homes mixed with contemporary new builds
Many historic properties line the streets of Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights, including numerous Victorian homes dating back from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These historic houses have since been joined by contemporary and modern properties, many of which share the tall, narrow, multistory home builds that are common throughout San Francisco. “The Ashbury Heights side has a lot of older, grander homes while Buena Vista has a bit of a reputation for having modern kind of stuff,” O’Sullivan says. Two- to three-bedroom homes typically range from around $1.9 million to $2.8 million, while four- to five-bedroom properties range from around $2.7 million to $5 million, with the higher end being grander estates. The neighborhood’s streetscapes are hilly and winding overall, with some streets on lower slopes while others are perched higher atop the hills in a more secluded section with tight, narrow streets. Greenery abounds, and the streetscapes feature a lineup of trees from California Bay Laurels to oaks and pines.
The occasional small cottage is tucked into the trees in Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights.
A large Victorian sits across the street from the park in Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights.
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Within walking distance of local shopping and dining
The area is highly residential, but there are nearby options for shopping and dining. Most of the dining is located just outside of the neighborhood, particularly on the northern Buena Vista side of the neighborhood along Haight Street. Eateries include Flippin Burger, a classic American restaurant for burgers and fries, and Pork Store Café, a popular breakfast and lunch spot. The area also has several local retail stores, including the highly rated Relic Vintage. Gus's Market has five family-owned shops around San Francisco, one in Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights, which provides fresh produce, prepared food items and other groceries.
Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights' Haight Street has a wide variety of restaurants.
Buena Vista-Ashbury Heights has some of the city's best vintage shopping.
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Public schools with a special culinary arts program
Students may attend McKinley Elementary School, which gets an A rating from Niche, followed by the C-rated Everett Middle School. The B-minus-rated Ida B. Wells High School offers special programs, including culinary arts, ceramics, surfing and computer applications and robotics. For a private school option, the A-rated Urban School of San Francisco is located right outside the neighborhood and has a thriving arts department.
McKinley Elementary School serves nearby Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights.
Ida B. Wells High School is popular with Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights students.
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Recreational abundance at Buena Vista Park and nearby reserves
Buena Vista Park is the neighborhood’s prime recreation destination and the oldest park in San Francisco. This 36-acre site offers an escape from the city's hubbub, featuring secluded trails that wind through a lush forest of oaks, cypresses and redwoods. There's also a lively playground, dog park, picnic areas and cityscape views from the park’s scenic upper slopes. Corona Heights Parks is just south of the neighborhood, sprawling 15 acres and featuring a dog run area, tennis courts and a 1-mile trail. The site also features the Randall Museum, a popular natural history and arts museum. Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve is less than a few miles away, which is home to the city’s famous Triumph of Light. This recreation hub also offers large green spaces with plenty of resting areas and hiking trails to take in the area’s natural, scenic surroundings. The neighborhood is also just a few miles from the city’s iconic Golden Gate Park, with more trails, garden areas, athletic fields and a disc golf course.
Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights is centered around Buena Vista Park.
The small and funky Randall Museum is just blocks from Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights.
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Annual festivals at Golden Gate Park
Nearby Golden Gate Park is a large mecca for annual community events. Residents can enjoy many festivals throughout the year, including the Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival each August and the Opera in the Park event in September, which provides sneak peek performances of the San Francisco Opera’s fall lineup of shows.
Multiple Muni lines, bus stops and next to Route 1
Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights is a few miles east of Route 1, a main city thoroughfare that directs north across the Golden Gate Bridge into Marin County and south towards Daly City. This route also connects with Interstate 180, which leads over to the East Bay to places like Oakland and Berkeley. The neighborhood is also about 2 miles from the 16th Street Mission BART Station for a light rail option. Multiple bus stops are located within Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights, particularly along Haight and Waller Streets. The Muni Metro Light Rail has an easily accessible route that runs right through the neighborhood. The San Francisco International Airport is about 15 miles south of the district for domestic and international flights.
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Parks in this Area
Richard Gamble Memorial Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Duboce Park
Basketball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Buena Vista Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Golden Gate Park - Robin Williams Meadow
Picnic Area
Tank Hill Park
Trails
Hiking
Corona Heights Park
Basketball
Dog Park
Tennis
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
24 min drive
Bus
Clayton St & Parnassus Ave
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Roosevelt Way & 17th St
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Upper Ter & Buena Vista Ave West
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Ashbury St & Clayton St
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Upper Ter & Masonic Ave
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17th St & Clayton St
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Buena Vista Ter & Roosevelt Way
Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights, San Francisco sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Buena Vista/Ashbury Heights, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $2,325,000, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled between Ashbury Heights and Cole Valley, this inviting 1 BD condo combines classic charm with modern convenience. Filled with natural light, the home captures sweeping western views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands, Sutro Tower, and Cole Valley. Period details and rich hardwood floors add warmth to a layout designed for both comfort and functionality. The spacious kitchen
Tucked away on a tranquil block in Buena Vista, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath condominium offers the best of both worlds - a peaceful retreat with immediate access to some of San Francisco's most dynamic neighborhoods. From here, you're just moments from the energy of the Divisadero Corridor, the color of the Haight, the vibrancy of the Castro, and the charm of Lower Haight. Inside, sunshine streams
Perched on a tree-lined street in Cole Valley, just blocks from Buena Vista Park and Cole Valley's shops and dining, this top-floor 2-bedroom, 1.5bath condo crowns a classic 2-unit building and features abundant natural light, timeless details & SF views. The spacious living room is filled w. west-facing light, with large windows framing sunset views of Mt. Sutro & the GG Bridge spires. A
List price is Probate Court Minimum Overbid amount. This penthouse unit, located in a boutique 4-unit Edwardian building, offers stunning views! From the living room, bedroom, and functional study, enjoy panoramic views that stretch from Mt. Sutro to the Marin Headlands, including the Ocean, Bay, and Golden Gate Bridge. With an elegant formal entry that features a large skylight, this home has an
List price is Probate Court Minimum Overbid amount.This vintage top-floor condo is situated in a boutique 4-unit Edwardian building. With high ceilings and plenty of natural light, this front-facing one-bedroom home has an abundance of period details. The living room has coved ceilings, glass front built-in bookshelves and hardwood floors that run throughout the residence. The eat-in kitchen has
Nestled in the legendary Haight-Ashbury district, this iconic Victorian residence embodies the spirit of San Francisco's rich cultural legacy. Often referred to as Jimi Hendrix's Red House-though this has not been officially confirmed according to an article from a SF Newspaper article-it symbolizes artistic freedom and Bohemian living. With soaring ceilings, intricate period details, and
Welcome to our exquisite Cole Valley Single Family Victorian Residence with over 3,400 square feet of luxurious living space. This stunning home boasts a multitude of features that will leave you breathless.Every aspect of this property has been meticulously designed for your comfort and enjoyment, from the in-law apartment with its private entry to the penthouse ensuite offering panoramic views
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,359
Median Age
43
Population Density
31 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$234,984
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$229,873
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.4%
College Graduates
86.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
83.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
87/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
83/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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