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Nothing lone about this neighborhood
Lone Mountain may sound like a refuge for traveling desperadoes but it’s actually a college town neighborhood replete with incredible views. "It's largely residential and close to neighborhoods convenient for going out if you want to get a meal or a drink," says Bay Area native and Corcoran Icon Properties Realtor Tim Gullicksen. Lone Mountain has access to many restaurants, parks and exceptional schools. The University of San Francisco plays a role as well, being the focal point of the neighborhood and drawing in lots of foot traffic by the day. With so much here, one thing is for sure: there isn’t anything isolating about this neighborhood.
Lone Mountain is a neighborhood surrounding the Lone Mountain campus of USF.
A group of friends waits for the light to change under this odd street sign in Lone Mountain.
Families spend a joyful day in the Panhandle, a favorite area near Lone Mountain.
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Baked goods, brews and bikes
Several restaurants and shops line the streets of Lone Mountain, with particular regard to Fulton Street and Geary Boulevard. At English tavern The Pig and Whistle, diners can enjoy fish and chips with a pint of Guinness while watching a soccer game by the bar. They can also enjoy coffee and pastries in a neo-European feel with its textured sand-colored walls, striped awning and outdoor patio tables. Arguello Market serves “world-famous” turkey at its deli, and it also provides groceries to the community. San Francyclo supplies a nifty way to get around the neighborhood, whether it’s students on their way to class or residents wanting eco-friendly modes of transportation. City Center includes a group of familiar stores such as Target, Whole Foods and Petco.
Lone Mountain has the feeling of a college town built within the large urban city.
Other small businesses like coffee shops thrive on Geary Street, on Lone Mountain's North border
Locally owned Arguello Market in Lone Mountain is famous for its deli’s turkey sandwiches.
Lone Mountain residents can unwind at The Pig and Whistle after a long week.
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A park for everything
Rossi Park includes a playground, a dog run and a swimming pool. Golden Gate Park stretches for over 1,000 acres and includes a rich variety of beautiful areas and activities like Japanese tea gardens, an archery field and a paved area for roller skating. Residents can also attend soccer games at the University of San Francisco’s Negoesco Stadium. The Presidio National Park is full of many natural sites like beaches and trails. It also has unique quirks like military architecture left over from the park’s former days as an army base and a Yoda statue outside the Letterman Digital Arts Center, part of the Lucasfilm company.
Rossi Park in Lone Mountain houses baseball fields, a pool, playground and dog run.
Kids kick around a soccer ball in nearby Golden Gate Park, adjacent to Lone Mountain
Friends enjoy a delightful picnic in nearby Golden Gate Park, near Lone Mountain.
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Lone Mountain homes
In Lone Mountain, a good number of houses are single-family homes, duplexes and converted townhomes. Some are painted in pale pastels and earthy tones, and many have titled or French-style mansard roofing. Properties tend to sell after 30 days. Prices begin around $800,000 for townhomes and condos while larger homes can cost between $1.4 million and $3 million. Gullicken says of the housing market, “Single-family homes have been selling really well. Prices have been rising and multiple offers get made. It's different from the condo market where you’re lucky to get even one offer. Condos have continued to soften in price because there’s way more supply than demand." He also talks about the street layouts. "Lone Mountain has a lot of cul-de-sacs. People love it because there’s no through traffic and it's quiet. It's one of the few neighborhoods where you’ll see kids playing in the street.” Lone Mountain homes once even attracted the eye of a famous psychedelic rock band. In the 1960s, the members of Jefferson Airplane would gather at their stately rehearsal space/ party pad at 2400 Fulton Street. Although it is now privately owned, the stately columned house remains, enshrining San Francisco’s role in the counterculture movement.
Proximity to The Presidio and other green spaces makes Lone Mountain very appealing.
Lone Mountain is known for colorful homes and well manicured yards.
The USF community in Lone Mountain lives mostly in apartment buildings or converted townhomes.
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Highly-rated public schools and the University of San Francisco
The San Francisco Unified School District serves students living in Long Mountain. New Traditions Elementary School received an A-minus from Niche while Roosevelt Middle School holds an A. Raoul Wallenberg Traditional High School earned an A-minus and has many student interest clubs for subjects like badminton, murals and coding. For those pursuing higher education, the University of San Francisco is located at the heart of Lone Mountain. This private college’s campus spreads out across 55 acres between the Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park.
New traditions elementary prides itself on creative, meaningful, and rigorous instruction.
Roosevelt Middle School maintains high expectations and standards for all learners.
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School is a great place for students in San Francisco.
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Getting around the "Mountain"
With such a busy downtown area, there are several ways to travel. Public buses wind through the neighborhood. US-101 is an important road for commuters, connecting from San Francisco in the north to San Jose in the south. The San Francisco International Airport is a 15-mile drive southbound via US-101.
As with the rest of San Francisco, Lone Mountain is connected to the rest of the city by MUNI.
Geary St. connects Lone Mountain to Downtown San Francisco as well as the Outer Richmond.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lone Mountain
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lone Mountain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lone Mountain, San Francisco sell after 124 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lone Mountain, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 68% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Discover the allure of this exquisite 4-unit multifamily home, perfectly positioned in the highly sought-after Richmond District of San Francisco's Lone Mountain neighborhood. Embraced by a tapestry of lush greenery and outdoor havens including the famed Golden Gate Park,Rossi Park, and Panhandle Playground,this property promises an idyllic retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.
A BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATH APARTMENT. WALKING DISTANCE TO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION; ONLY BLOCKS AWAY FROM USF, UCSF, KAISER, CPMC, ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL, & GOLDEN GATE PARK. CLOSE TO -PRODUCE & SUPER MARKETS,DRUG STORES,MANY FINE RESTAURANTS & COFFEE SHOPS, (UP AND DOWN GEARY BLVD) BANKs,POST OFFICE AND MORE!!!** Spacious 3 bedrooms & 2 baths** Big closet space** Private
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,739
Median Age
31
Population Density
41 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,617
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$139,119
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
70.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
72/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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