Village-like San Francisco residential enclave with coveted architecture
San Francisco’s Clarendon Heights neighborhood showcases incomparable views, well-rated schools and a central location close to much of the city's top dining, retail and entertainment attractions. "Clarendon Heights feels so set apart from the city because it's so quiet and almost suburban, but it's right in the middle of the city,” says Erik Throm, a local realtor and San Francisco homeowner. “It also offers some of the most exquisite views in San Francisco.” Residents here can enjoy some of the city’s most iconic architecture set amongst a winding, village-like enclave, where Tudors, villas and modern compounds reside along lush hillscapes full of eucalyptuses and grand live oaks.
Midcentury bungalows and upscale contemporary properties
This secluded neighborhood is a rarity in the city for its nearly traffic-less streets, well-maintained sidewalks and quiet, more suburban feel. Many of the neighborhood’s homes are terraced into the side of Mount Sutro, providing scenic views of the city and San Francisco Bay. The most common housing styles include midcentury bungalows, Tudor Revivals and grand contemporary compounds with upscale interior amenities, geometric exteriors and scenic vistas. Many homes also have solar panels, which is perfect for residents interested in green energy solutions. Housing prices start at around $2 million for smaller bungalows and can go up to $5 million for upscale compounds with over 3,000 square feet of space.
Modern homes are common in Clarendon Heights.
Clarendon Heights homes sit on a hillside with city views.
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Nearby local hotspots along Portola Drive and 24th Street
While there are no shopping or dining options within the neighborhood, residents will find many nearby options, including the small commercial center on Portola Drive, less than two miles south. Here, residents can head to the popular Taqueria Miraloma for authentic tacos and margaritas or grab groceries at Mollie Stone's Market. Directly east of Clarendon Heights is Neighbor’s Corner, a trendy café offering coffee varieties along with light breakfast and lunch items. Less than a few miles out on 24th Street, residents can find more conveniences with a Whole Foods Market and the Noe Valley Bakery, which offers freshly made breads and pastries. Other local favorites here include Novy, a cozy Greek café serving up authentic Greek and Mediterranean food.
Clarendon Heights residents can get a quick taco on nearby Portola Ave.
Clarendon Heights shoppers can get groceries at the nearby upscale market.
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Community events at Golden Gate Park
Clarendon Heights is only a few miles from the expansive Golden Gate Park, where locals can enjoy all kinds of seasonal and annual events, from music and food festivals to holiday gatherings. One of the most significant annual events here is the Outlands Music Festival, which takes place each August. Locals come together for a stacked musical weekend lineup of local and big-name national acts. The park also features a popular Opera in the Park series each September, with free classical performances out on the green lawn space from the city’s iconic San Francisco Opera.
Top-rated public schools with special academies
Students here can attend Clarendon Elementary School, which gets an A rating on Niche, followed by the A-minus-rated Presidio Middle School. The A-rated Lincoln High School provides a few unique Career and Technical Education Academies, including Teaching Academy, Green Technology Academy and Digital Media Design Academy.
Clarendon Elementary near Clarendon Heights has a multicultural curriculum, teaching Japanese.
Presidio Middle School has a phenomenal facility for students from Clarendon Heights.
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Minutes from iconic Twin Peaks and Mount Sutro
Located between the Twin Peaks and Mount Sutro, mountain hiking opportunities are one of this community's biggest perks. Residents can head to the city’s beloved Twin Peaks for panoramic views of the city and bay or have a sunset picnic on the park's grassy knolls. For more hiking opportunities, the expansive Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve provides miles of woodland and meadow trails. Nearby, Tank Hill is an intimate park known for its sprawling displays of wildflowers in the spring and is a popular spot for picnicking amongst the site’s scenic surroundings.
Hikers along the Fairy Gates Trail near Clarendon Heights.
Clarendon Heights hikers are just minutes from Twin Peaks.
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Conveniently located next to Muni light rail and main highways
The neighborhood is known for its peaceful seclusion, meaning residents are a little further away from public transportation options. "The area is very hilly and doesn't offer a lot of public transportation, so you'll need a car here," says Throm. Residents are just two miles from Laguna Honda Hospital and five miles from downtown San Francisco. There is a Muni light rail station just 2 miles away on Laguna Honda Boulevard, and the main Highway 280 is about four miles south for getting around and outside the city. When looking for domestic or international flights, the San Francisco International Airport is 12 miles south of Clarendon Heights.
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Past the rose-lined entrance and enclosed front garden patio lies a beautifully updated single-family home in the prestigious and highly sought-after Clarendon Heights.Boasting sweeping,dramatic vistas from the Bay to Downtown San Francisco, Mount Diablo, and beyond, this elegant residence blends classic Neo-Edwardian architecture with sophisticated, modern finishes. Step inside to an open floor
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
563
Median Age
46
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$193,749
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$189,886
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
76.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
81/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
71/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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