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The Outer Sunset offers a relaxing lifestyle near the coast
Outer Sunset is a coastal neighborhood on San Francisco’s west side. It’s bordered to the north by Golden Gate Park and to the west by Ocean Beach, so residents are just blocks away from some of the prettiest spots in the city. The area is mostly residential, with a few small commercial districts scattered around. Outer Sunset is among the quietest neighborhoods in San Francisco, but it also lacks direct highway routes to the city center, which can make commuting a little more difficult. It’s also well known for its thick morning fog, which is a very regular occurrence and gets mixed reviews from residents.
Homes are very similar in the subdivisions of the Outer Sunset.
Family fun unfolds on Ocean Beach, with Sutro Tower in the backdrop.
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Community feel and housing prices in Outer Sunset
Housing in Outer Sunset is dominated by early- to mid-20th century wood-frame homes and low-rise apartment buildings laid out on a strict grid. “The lack of big commercial areas gives the neighborhood so much charm,” says veteran real estate agent Amanda Jones of Compass, who has worked in the area for over 20 years. “It’s mostly single-family housing, so the density is lower and you get better sky views. People know their neighbors." Lot sizes are generally larger than in the city center, while housing prices are slightly lower — though still high compared to national averages. Bungalows, Spanish-style homes with stucco roofs and transitional-fusion homes make up most of the architectural landscape. Home prices range from just over $1 million to around $2.5 million. Unlike many coastal California neighborhoods, proximity to the beach doesn’t have a huge impact on housing prices, as it generally means more traffic and more fog exposure.
Outer Sunset is full of multi-family homes.
A surfer walks to the beach in front of a pink victorian home in the Outer Sunset.
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Next to Ocean Beach and Golden Gate Park
Outer Sunset’s identity is shaped by Ocean Beach and Golden Gate Park, which together function as a shared backyard for the neighborhood. The west end of Golden Gate Park — home to the historic Dutch and Murphy windmills, Golden Gate Park Golf Course and Spreckels Lake — is just north of the neighborhood. To the west, Ocean Beach and the Great Highway offer some of the most scenic walking and biking trails in the city. “Everybody loves Golden Gate, and they love the windmills,” says Jones. “Every New Year’s Day, I like to walk the Great Highway. It’s so peaceful.” Both the beach and the park are home to multiple playgrounds, so there are plenty of spots for kids to run around. Locals are also a short drive from the San Francisco Zoo, Fort Funston hiking and Lake Merced Park.
Ocean Beach is a popular spot in the Outer Sunset.
People enjoying a warm summer day at Golden Gate Parks Conservancy Of Flowers.
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Retail is limited, but restaurants are easy to find
Residents usually head outside the neighborhood for major shopping, but the Outer Sunset is home to several popular cafes and restaurants, including:
Outerlands, a long-running New American eatery
Devil’s Teeth Baking Company, known for its breakfast sandwiches and sourdoughs
Java Beach Cafe, which offers cozy ambiance and hot coffee just across the street from the beach
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile, which has fresh produce, held every Sunday along 37th Avenue
Outerlands has a nice bar for a cocktail with your meal.
Get delicious pastries and coffee at Devil's Teeth Baking Company.
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Top-rated public schools
Homes in the neighborhood are zoned for top-rated public schools in the San Francisco Unified School District, including Francis Scott Key Elementary School, A.P. Giannini Middle School and Abraham Lincoln High School. Lincoln High’s Art and Architecture Pathway Program helps students prepare for careers in the construction, architectural and engineering industries.
Uncover the key to success at Francis Scott Key School, where achievements flourish daily.
Discover the vibrant educational environment at Abraham Lincoln High.
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Commuting options in Outer Sunset
The Outer Sunset is served by the N Judah light rail/streetcar line, which offers a direct connection to downtown. State Route 1 is the only major highway in the area, connecting residents to shopping centers to the south. San Francisco International Airport is a roughly 14-mile drive. Residents on the west side of the neighborhood should expect weekend congestion and limited curb parking near the beach on busy days.
Outer Sunset's N Judah Light Rail connects the Sunset to downtown San Francisco.
A family prepares to board the MUNI lightrail in the Outer Sunset.
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I can't complain about the crime and safety of the area I live in because it relatively safe compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
5.0Niche User
4/15/2015Niche Review
It always felt safe to go for a run at any time of day.
4.0Niche User
6/12/2014Niche Review
The people are awesome out in the Sunset. Very neighborly without being in your business. Even the homeless people out here are decent. I've never had problems with them here like I have in the TL or the Mission even. Just a bunch of beach bums, students, and families.
3.0Niche User
1/17/2016Niche Review
There are not many visible crimes. It feels safe at night.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Outer Sunset
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Outer Sunset Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Outer Sunset, San Francisco sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Outer Sunset, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $1,600,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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