Inner Mission
Neighborhood Reviews
Cultural cuisine and clothing
The neighborhood has a claim to fame as the birthplace in the 1960s of the omnipresent Mission burrito, which can be found at eateries like La Taqueria, El Farolito and Taqueria Cancun. Inner Mission is also home to some of the best upscale establishments in the city, with a few having a spot in the high-profile Michelin Guide. Lazy Bear is a two-starred bistro that serves experimental dishes in a luxury farmhouse setting, while at Osito, a rustic aesthetic is the backdrop where chefs cook over a live fire. For heartier plates, Flour + Water on Harrison Street is noted as among the best Italian restaurants in the country.Boutique shops are also plentiful in the Inner Mission district, with Mexican American shops all along 24th Street. Luz De Luna and Morena’s Fashion is a local favorite, with more shops on Valencia Street, like Dog Eared Books, a bookseller specializing in small-press and local literature, and Gravel & Gold, a clothing boutique and design collective. “If you’re looking for traditional Latino goods, you want to be on 24th Street,” Huang says. "If you’re looking for hip and trendy clothes, you want to be on Valencia."
Antique architecture with new interiors
The community’s diversity continues to be reflected in the hodgepodge of decadent architecture. Blocks have been built, rebuilt and renovated over the span of nearly 200 years. Some streets, like Van Ness Avenue, display ornate Victorian-style homes and multi-unit buildings with decorative trim next to glassy, luxury condo complexes. While the older buildings may look ancient on the outside, many of the district’s older buildings have been remodeled with contemporary interiors. “The Inner Mission district started as a working-class neighborhood, so there are a lot of Victorian and Edwardian homes,” Huang says. "A lot of them have been renovated and updated. They’re historic on the outside but modern and up to date on the inside." Price tags in the area can range from $500,000 to $2 million for condos and $1.25 million to upwards of $3 million for single-family homes.Plenty of parks and pools
Inner Mission offers plenty of small parks and playgrounds woven into the fabric of the neighborhood, where residents can play some pickup games or just relax in the lush greenery. A favorite place for weekend league play, Garfield Square Park offers courts and fields for basketball and soccer, along with a vibrantly colored children’s play area. For those interested in indoor activities, the onsite Garfield Recreation Center has an indoor pool with multiple swim lanes, yoga studios and a clubhouse. SoMa West Dog Park is popular with local pet parents, with open space for dogs to run around and get some exercise. The park also has some eye-catching graffiti masterpieces.Carnaval and the arts scene
Every Memorial Day Weekend, Mission Street is transformed into Rio de Janeiro as the city celebrates its Carnaval San Francisco. Started in 1978, the festival has grown into the largest multicultural celebration on the West Coast. The event kicks off with a live television broadcast and a massive parade filled with music, dance and the celebration of Latin and Caribbean culture and tradition. Live music performances and DJ block parties reign supreme for two days straight, with over 300 exhibitors and food vendors in the mix for attendees to patronize. When the sun goes down, the celebration continues at the California Academy of Sciences with NightLife, also featuring live music and dance, a pop-up mercado and drinks and bites.Murals are a huge part of Inner Mission’s culture — initially popping up in the 1980s — and Balmy Alley is where they can be seen. “I’ve always found it to be a very creative place with lots of artists and performance spaces,” says Andrea Gordon, Realtor with Compass. “Art is always being created in Inner Mission.” A famous brick-paved alley serving as a canvas for the highest concentration of street murals in the city, Balmy Alley is located off 24th Street, the murals began popping up in the 1980s and remain a vital source of artistic expression in the community. Because of the artsy aesthetic of the area, Gordon also recommends hotspots like Brava for Women in the Arts, the Mission Cultural Center and Fulsom Guerrero.
Pathways programming
At the heart of Inner Mission, Alvarado Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Middle School (both with a Niche score of A-minus) can prepare students for studies at John O’Connell Technical High School. Offering Pathways Programs that include Building and Construction Trades, Entrepreneurship and Culinary Arts, Health and Behavioral Sciences and Public Service, O’Connell Tech has a Niche score of C-plus. Inner Mission also has a plethora of private school options for families interested in them.Centrally located, widely connected
Valencia, 24th and 16 Streets are some of the busiest in Inner Mission, but highway access isn’t far away. The 101 Freeway serves as the southeastern border of the community, connecting to the Central Freeway and Interstate 80 towards the north. The 16th Street Mission BART Station connects public transit riders all around the East Bay. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency even has a home in Inner Mission.A note on crime
Inner Mission’s overall CAP Crime Index score is a 5. However, it increases to 7 in the robbery category. “All urban areas have crime, but it truly is a terrific place,” says Gordon.
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Kent Olden
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nick Bettencourt
Nick Bettencourt
Compass
(669) 271-7236
24 Total Sales
1 in Inner Mission
$1,100,000 Price
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Elizabeth Garcia
Elizabeth Garcia
Coldwell Banker West
(858) 258-9948
57 Total Sales
1 in Inner Mission
$935,000 Price
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Heather Stoltz
Heather Stoltz
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway-Franciscan
(510) 616-4565
51 Total Sales
1 in Inner Mission
$975,000 Price
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Oggi Kashi
Oggi Kashi
North Point Real Estate
(415) 619-5117
46 Total Sales
1 in Inner Mission
$1,400,000 Price
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Michael Annunziata
Michael Annunziata
North Point Real Estate
(628) 288-4628
49 Total Sales
3 in Inner Mission
$690K - $1.2M Price Range
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Denis Lancerin
Denis Lancerin
City Real Estate
(510) 930-1573
70 Total Sales
7 in Inner Mission
$733K - $1.9M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Parque Niños Unidos
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Alioto Mini Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Jose Coronado Playground
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
In Chan Kaajal Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Potrero Del Sol Park
- Skateboard
- Playground
Kid Power Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
James Rolph Junior Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Franklin Square
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Playground
Garfield Square
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/21/2017
Niche Review
I would like to see all the white people coming in and taking our housing to leave and stop romanticizing our neighborhood, its not all that great, y'all need to leave. Stop taking our homes and turning them into expensive houses, they aren't all that great.
3/16/2021
Niche Review
Mission is a highly populated neighborhood in San Francisco with a lot of diversity and culture. The food and shops are by far my favorite experience of living in this district, while the high rate of crime is my least favorite. The people in this neighborhood are very fascinating as well, and the proximity to the beauty of Dolores Park is amazing for young people who love the beauty of the nature there.
5/30/2015
Niche Review
Popular common restaurants in this neighborhood are Taquerias or other Latin Restaurants/ Cafés.
4/26/2015
Niche Review
Gentrification has cause the displacement of people
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Inner Mission | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Inner Mission Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Inner Mission, San Francisco sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Inner Mission, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 221% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$429,900
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$425,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$280,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
118
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
221%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$268
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,999
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,592
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,727
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,057
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
790
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
503
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jul 306 - 7pm
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Tuesday, Jul 292 - 4pm
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Thursday, Jul 315 - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
36,240
Median Age
40
Population Density
44 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,343
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,008
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.1%
College Graduates
55.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.5%
% Population in Labor Force
77.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
85
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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