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What makes Crocker Amazon feel like a suburb within the city
Crocker Amazon is a residential neighborhood at the southern edge of San Francisco. It's known for a hodgepodge of early-20th century homes perched along the hilly streets at the foot of San Bruno Mountain. It has a quiet, suburban feel compared to central San Francisco, and attracts a mix of families and young professionals. Although it feels removed from the bustle of the city, you can still walk to several major area parks and to the shops and restaurants on Mission Street. Commuting is also easy, with a short trek to Interstate 280 and the Balboa Park BART station.
Views of downtown San Francisco can be seen from the uphill side of Crocker Amazon.
Purple Park Playground in Crocker Amazon has colorful play structures.
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Detached homes dating back to the early 20th century
Housing in Crocker Amazon includes a wide variety of architectural styles, including Marina, Victorian, Edwardian and midcentury modern, mostly dating to the early and mid-1900s. Detached homes with space in between, often 10 feet or more, are unusually common for San Francisco. The area also includes some condos and multifamily buildings for buyers seeking less upkeep. Many houses have been renovated and updated over the years. Homes generally range from the lower $800,000s to $1.5 million, marking it as a relatively affordable area in the city. “It’s one of the last frontiers of affordability for San Francisco,” says Realtor Janice Lee of Coldwell Banker Realty, who has been working in Bay Area real estate for over 20 years.
Homes on the lower side of Crocker Amazon are snug against each other.
A few detached homes can be found in Crocker Amazon.
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Families value the calm setting and close-knit neighborhood vibe
Families appreciate Crocker Amazon’s suburbanlike feel, quiet streets and strong sense of community. Detached homes and yards provide space for children to play, which is less common in many parts of the city. “There’s a real feel of community out there,” says Carren Shagley, a founder and Associate Broker with Legacy Real Estate. “People feel like they’re in a slightly different world from San Francisco. They’re removed from downtown, and there’s not a lot of congestion.”
San Francisco offers school choice for students
San Francisco uses a citywide school choice system, meaning families submit ranked preferences rather than receiving assignments tied strictly to their home address. This gives flexibility but also means their assigned school may not be the closest one. San Francisco schools consistently receive high marks. Top-rated options include Lowell High School, Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts and George Washington High School. Panorama Elementary School is within the neighborhood.
Crocker Amazon students can attend Longfellow Elementary School's colorful campus.
Balboa High School has a variety of athletic facilities that attract Crocker Amazon students.
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Commuting from Crocker Amazon
Crocker Amazon offers reliable transit access through multiple MUNI routes along Geneva Avenue and nearby BART stations. “You’re a hop and skip from downtown and the peninsula,” Lee says. The neighborhood can be walkable, though hilly terrain can make it difficult for some. Key points:
Served by MUNI bus lines
Many residents live within a 20-minute walk of BART
Near I-280, Balboa Park transit hub and San Francisco International Airport
Local eateries and grocery options are easy to reach from here
Crocker Amazon is close to a variety of shopping and dining choices, with quick access to neighborhood spots and everyday conveniences. Residents can enjoy diverse cuisine and easy grocery options close to home, while larger retail destinations are just a few miles away:
Reina’s Restaurant serves Salvadoran fare.
JJamPpong serves classic Korean.
Safeway is located within a short drive for groceries.
Local restaurants are tucked between homes and shops in Crocker Amazon.
Crocker Amazon serves up food with a global reach.
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Outdoor spaces range from local parks to vast nature preserves
There's an impressive range of parks and outdoor amenities close to home, beginning with Crocker Amazon Playground’s soccer fields, baseball diamonds, tennis courts and multiple playgrounds. You'll also have direct access to McLaren Park, a sprawling 313-acre green space with winding trails, an off-leash dog park, five soccer fields and the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater. Just a short drive away, San Bruno Mountain State Park expands these outdoor options with panoramic bay views, miles of hiking routes and one of the region’s most ecologically significant open space preserves.
Dog-walkers come from Crocker Amazon to John McLaren Park for its many wooded trails.
Kids love the swings at Alice Chalmers Playground near Crocker Amazon.
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What the weather’s like in Crocker Amazon
The weather in Crocker Amazon tends to vary more than in many other parts of San Francisco, with a mix of sun and fog throughout the year. The area tends to have more windy, foggy weather than neighborhoods closer to downtown. The microclimate also creates cooler temperatures than those in central neighborhoods.
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There are some crimes that happen but they do not really affect me much. A lot of hard-working lower-class immigrant families live here so for the most part, it is pretty relaxed. At night it could get a little scary but it's usually calm except for the occasional drunk driver doing O's near my house. Police officers regularly patrol the street of my neighborhood which increases my sense of safety. Overall, it may not look like it, but it is a pretty safe neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Crocker Amazon
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Crocker Amazon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Crocker Amazon, San Francisco sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Crocker Amazon, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $1,065,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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