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Colorful, laid-back neighborhood in San Francisco’s Sunset District
Along the gridded streets in the southwest corridor of San Francisco is Parkside, a desirable neighborhood with well-maintained homes, highly rated schools and ocean views in the distance. “It’s a highly residential area located in what we call the Sunset District, which consists of a few different neighborhoods on the westside near the ocean with a lot of colorful housing,” says Eddie O’Sullivan, a longtime Realtor and Broker with Elevation Real Estate. “Because it’s so residential, it actually feels quieter, and just like other parts of the Sunset, you get a little more of a Southern California chill vibe here.” While the neighborhood’s surrounding district has a “sunny” namesake, the area is actually one of the foggier locations in the city. Although the fog causes temperatures to drop, the area is still a popular destination for surfer types and other locals looking for a more relaxed atmosphere. Homes around here are colorful in nature and are designed with a beachy aesthetic. “It’s a super laid-back area,” says Kevin Roger Teng, co-owner of SarangHello, a Korean Pop store located within the neighborhood’s primary commercial sector. “A lot of people like to come here because it’s really quiet, not anything like downtown, and that’s the appeal. People will come to our store, not even to buy merchandise but sometimes just to hang out, and then they’ll head down to the beach. That’s what you’ll see here often in the Sunset, especially in Parkside.”
Midcentury Modern homes are common in Parkside.
McCoppin Square in Parkside has a tennis court.
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Marina-style housing and wide residential streetscapes
Parkside mainly consists of single-family homes built from the 1930s to the 1940s. These residences are a painter's palette of both soft and vibrant colors that offer a varied look throughout the streetscape. The landscape has gently sloping lots, and most dwellings have steps leading up to front doors. There are a lot of vintage housing styles, such as Arts and Crafts bungalows and cottages from the early 20th century. Marina-style homes are also a major design trend in Parkside and are seen throughout most of the neighborhoods in the Sunset district. Other common housing styles include Mediterranean influences, which display expressive and compact designs. Two-bedroom single-family home prices range from around $1 million to $1.5 million, while four-bedroom homes range from $1.6 million to $2.6 million. The neighborhood features wide streets, and while there’s a lack of trees that provide shade, many homes display small greenery, including succulents and plants. Parkside’s streetscapes are quieter than other Sunset District neighborhoods due to their distance a little further away from more buzzing beach area establishments. “Some of these homes, depending on where they are situated in the neighborhood, offer really great deck views that look out all the way to the ocean,” says Monika Carmichael, a Realtor with Elevation Real Estate and a San Francisco resident of 28 years who lives in nearby Inner Sunset.
Parkside’s classic homes showcase charming architectural details and coastal influences.
A rare Mediterranean and Tudor style home in Parkside.
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Public schools with specialty programs
Students may attend Dianne Feinstein Elementary School, which gets an A rating from Niche, followed by the A-minus-rated Aptos Middle School. The A-rated Abraham Lincoln High School offers academic pathway programs in art and architecture, and biotechnology. Students may opt for a nearby private school option, including Lycée Français de San Francisco, a top-rated private high school with a language immersion program. It has an A-plus rating on Niche.
Dianne Feinstein Elementary: Shaping Young Minds in San Francisco.
Discover the vibrant educational environment at Abraham Lincoln High.
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Community green spaces and nearby Ocean Beach
As its name suggests, Parkside has many green spaces and even more just outside the neighborhood. Inside the neighborhood, there’s Parkside Square, which has basketball and tennis courts, a playground and picnic tables. McCoppin Square offers 7 acres of green space with a gated playground, walking paths, tennis courts and a baseball field. The windswept Sunset Reservoir Park is an open space that looks out to scenic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific Ocean. Just outside the neighborhood is the Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove, which is a verdant gathering space with hilltops, meadows and vibrant wildflowers. The grounds contain an amphitheater that sets the stage for summer concerts and musical events hosted by the San Francisco Symphony. There is also a popular dog park for canine residents. To the west of the park is a lush valley and lake known as Pine Lake Park, an optimal spot for viewing migratory birds. The neighborhood is less than 2.5 miles from the San Francisco Zoo and the sandy shores of Ocean Beach. Although it’s known for being a cold beach with freezing to cool temperatures, the area is a popular spot for walking along the beach, volleyball tournaments and for those willing to embrace the cold, surfers are still a common sight.
McCoppin Square in Parkside is the perfect place to enjoy the afternoon.
Ocean Beach and the Pacific Ocean are next to Parkside in San Francisco.
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Shopping and dining along Taraval Street
Most commerce is on Taraval Street, which extends along the neighborhood's southern end. This strip includes many Asian-inspired restaurants, with favorites including Dumpling Kitchen. The community also contains several other local restaurant options, including Chalos. The bright contemporary restaurant serves Argentinian-style fare such as empanadas and churros. Nearby Lou’s Café dishes out sandwiches with fresh ingredients and Italian sodas. O'Brien's is a popular Irish-style pub that draws crowds on weekends and game days. There are also local shops and boutiques along Taraval Street, including trendy spots like SarangHello, a music store specializing in K-pop music and Korean culture. Lakeshore Plaza is less than a ½ mile south of the neighborhood, with a Lucky grocery store and other big box stores like Ross. Stonestown Galleria is about a mile away for more extensive shopping with numerous stores, including Trader Joe’s, Apple and Zara. It also features a lot of casual eateries, including Boudin Bakery Café, a California bakery chain established in 1849.
SarangHello offers a unique selection of korean memrobila.
Dumpling Kitchen in parkside is beloved by locals and visitors alike.
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Community association events and nearby music festivals
The People of Parkside Sunset is an association of community members and business owners who plan and host events like talent shows, Movies in McCoppin, and holiday tree lighting ceremonies. Other major community events occur at Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove, known for its summer music festivals. The San Francisco Ballet and San Francisco Symphony also perform there throughout the year.
Spend your Sunday afternoons with live music at Stern Grove Festival in Stern Grove.
Dance, relax, and enjoy the summer vibes at Stern Grove Festival in Stern Grove.
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Light rail travel options and multiple main thoroughfares
Multiple bus stops and Muni light rail stops are located in the neighborhood, particularly along Taraval Street. The closest BART Station is the West Portal BART Station, a little over a mile east of the neighborhood. Parkside sits next to Route 1/Shoreline Highway, which heads south to Daly City and north to the Golden Gate Bridge, leading to Sausalito and Marin County. Route 1 also connects to Interstate 280, which heads south to San Jose or north to connect with Interstate 80 and cross the bridge into Oakland and the East Bay. San Francisco International Airport is about 15 miles south.
Tree-lined streets and schools make Parkside a family-friendly San Francisco neighborhood.
Residents of Parkside in San Francisco have many forms of public transportation options.
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Parks in this Area
Carl Larsen Park
Pine Lake Park
Parkside Square
South Sunset Playground
Sunset Reservoir Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
West Sunset Playground & Fields
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Golden Gate Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
McCoppin Square
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
23 min drive
Bus
Sunset Blvd & Quintara St
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Taraval St & 30th Ave
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Taraval St & 19th Ave
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29th Ave & Vicente St
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Quintara St & 31st Ave
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Quintara St & 24th Ave
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Vicente St & 30th Ave
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.615 Reviews
3.0Niche User
9/11/2014Niche Review
it's a city that's suffering techie take over and gentrification-so it's at it's knees...the police are awful they keep to crimes and are not helpful with anything else...ambulances are fight response times due to congestion and construction is going up in places that it should never have been going up in the first place causing wind tunnels, so it's very different in the the last 50 years...it is not a predominantly white irish city anymore, it's very diverse and you need to know many languages and the new people have no tolerances for the little folks and families have bottomed out at fourth grade...it's really sad..it's like Richie Rich's playground..it's lost it's family environment and everything has become to expensive to enjoy much
3.0Niche User
2/10/2015Niche Review
The housing is okay. It's pretty expensive to rent a house in this city, especially in the Sunset. The houses are decent size, but they are usually built right next to each other.
5.0Niche User
9/11/2014Niche Review
But it's also expensive, taxes are high, utilities are unbelieveable, cable and internet are 300 a month, insurances are required, property management can get you reported to the city people are living two families to a property there aare several cars to a house and there's no street parking because everyone has turned their garages into illegal units for rent to make the propery costs
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Parkside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parkside, San Francisco sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Parkside, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $500,000, up 57% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This beautiful three story home has striking curb appeal that captivates upon arrival. This home boasts an updated kitchen with a spacious deck, formal dining room, bright living room, and views of the ocean and Golden Gate Bridge from the bedroom. The ground level with its own separate entry is perfect for guest quarters, artist studio, home office, or entertaining. Conveniently located near
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,118
Median Age
46
Population Density
23 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$140,282
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$170,492
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
53.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.4%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
91/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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