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Central Richmond

Central Richmond

$2,203,032 Average Value
$1,134 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Central Richmond offers a small-town feel between major SF parks

As its name suggests, Central Richmond is a neighborhood in the middle of northwestern San Francisco's action. Golden Gate Park and The Presidio sprawl to the north and south, inviting residents and visitors to explore thousands of acres of trails, gardens and open green space along San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The neighborhood is also the core of the Richmond District, a walkable area where cafes and international markets line Clement Street and Geary Boulevard. These major green spaces and a village-style layout make Central Richmond feel like its own small town, despite its urban walkability and easy access to Bay Area commuter destinations and public transit.

Central Richmond is known for its eclectic shops and restaurants, drawing in crowds daily.
Central Richmond is known for its eclectic shops and restaurants, drawing in crowds daily.
Ocean Beach is a great place to exercise right near Central Richmond.
Ocean Beach is a great place to exercise right near Central Richmond.
An aerial view of Central Richmond.
An aerial view of Central Richmond.
Geary Boulevard is the heart of Central Richmond.
Geary Boulevard is the heart of Central Richmond.
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Early 20th century homes and condos in the Richmond District

Edwardian, Art Deco and Mission Revival buildings line the blocks in Central Richmond, ranging from apartment and condo buildings to single-family homes and tenancy in common properties. These early 20th-century homes often pair historic bay windows and hardwood floors with modern kitchens and remodeled bathrooms. Some have been fully rebuilt with new systems and open layouts. Although homes line up along the sidewalks throughout Central Richmond, some offer a little more green space than you'd expect. “Lots in Richmond tend to be longer than the usual lots in the city,” says Cynthia Cummins, a Realtor with Kindred SF Homes and a former Central Richmond resident. “In a lot of them, you have these beautiful oasis gardens in the backyards, which can be 125 feet long.”

Single-family homes can go from $1 million to about $5 million. Condos and shares in tenancy in common properties can sell from the mid-$700,000s to around $3 million, depending on size and luxury amenities. Small multifamily properties can sell from about $1 million to $3.3 million. Central Richmond has a median sale price of about $2 million. That's lower than nearby Lake Street and Sea Cliff, but higher than Inner Richmond, Outer Richmond and San Francisco as a whole.

There are many historic homes in Central Richmond.
There are many historic homes in Central Richmond.
Buyers look for colorful homes in Central Richmond.
Buyers look for colorful homes in Central Richmond.
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People line up to enter Golden Gate Park's Japanese Tea Garden, which borders Central Richmond.
People line up to enter Golden Gate Park's Japanese Tea Garden, which borders Central Richmond.

Sandwiched between Golden Gate Park and the Presidio

Central Richmond sits between two of San Francisco's largest green spaces. To the south, Golden Gate Park is packed with miles of hilly trails for walking and biking. Visitors can rent rowboats or pedal boats on Blue Heron Lake, explore exquisitely landscaped gardens, visit the de Young Museum and California Academy of Sciences, use the park's many athletic amenities or relax in several picnic groves. To the north, the Presidio's nearly 1,500 acres are home to a similar mix of scenic spots and athletic amenities, from the Palace of Fine Arts to the Presidio Golf Course. The national park is beloved for bayside fishing holes and ocean beaches like Baker Beach, which boast views of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Smaller parks and recreation centers are scattered throughout Central Richmond, including Argonne Playground and the Richmond Recreation Center.

Geary Boulevard and Clement Street dining and shops

Geary Boulevard and Clement Street parallel each other through Central Richmond, each home to a lively mix of locally owned restaurants and specialty shops. Some local favorites include:

  • Dragon Beaux, a contemporary dim sum and hot pot restaurant
  • Breadbelly, a cafe and bakery beloved for its fusion Asian and Californian menu
  • Pizzetta 211, an intimate pizzeria serving thin-crust pies
  • Lokma, an airy Mediterranean brunch spot with an outdoor patio
  • Royal Market Food & Bakery, an international grocer stocking pantry staples, Middle Eastern staples and Eastern European imports

There are many walkable businesses in Central Richmond.
There are many walkable businesses in Central Richmond.
Creativity brews among patrons at a cafe in Central Richmond​.
Creativity brews among patrons at a cafe in Central Richmond​.
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Getting around San Francisco by car or Muni bus

Commuters are about 4 miles from Downtown, a drive that can take 15 minutes to 35 minutes, depending on traffic. Central Richmond is also close to Highway 101, which crosses the bay on the Golden Gate Bridge and takes you into Marin County. Muni buses make stops throughout Central Richmond, and the community's designated lanes and sidewalks make it easy to bike or walk to run errands.

Cyclists and pedestrians share bustling Central Richmond streets near popular local markets.
Cyclists and pedestrians share bustling Central Richmond streets near popular local markets.
Central Richmond is popular with people commuting on foot and by bus.
Central Richmond is popular with people commuting on foot and by bus.
The Muni system can get you anywhere in San Francisco from central Richmond.
The Muni system can get you anywhere in San Francisco from central Richmond.
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Highly rated public school options in Central Richmond

Central Richmond is part of the San Francisco Unified School District, which uses a choice-based enrollment system rather than assigning students to neighborhood schools. Several schools within walking distance earn an A from Niche, including Alamo Elementary School and Presidio Middle School. George Washington High School is also highly rated. It offers students many ways of preparing for the future, including career and technical education academies and dozens of Advanced Placement and honors classes.

Neighborhood events and buzzy Golden Gate Park festivals

Residents can walk to dozens of cultural festivities and popular community events throughout the year, both in Central Richmond and in the surrounding area. You might like:

  • Heart of the Richmond District Night Market, a regular pop-up on Clement Street during the warmer months with food, live music and vendors
  • Richmond District Lunar New Year Good Luck Parade, a January tradition featuring lion and dragon dances
  • Outside Lands, a multi-day music and arts festival held each August in Golden Gate Park

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Francisco International

27 min drive

Bus

Fulton S T& 28th Ave

Bus

Fulton St & 25th Ave

Bus

Geary Blvd & 20th Ave

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32nd Ave & Clement St

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Geary Blvd & 22nd Ave

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Park Presidio & California Street

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Fulton St & 18th Ave

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,747
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1921
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,956
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,559
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,160
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
772
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
542
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
5
Median Rent
$5,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$7,995
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$7,995
Median Condo Rent
$4,150
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$4,300

Demographics

Total Population
22,773
Median Age
43
Population Density
42 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$124,480
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$151,968

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.1%
College Graduates
66.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Very walkable

Walkability®

80 / 100

Exceptional public transit

Transit®

90 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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