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Live the hilltop lifestyle in Potrero
In Potrero, the tight-knit community is just as appealing as the neighborhood’s sweeping views. Often called Potrero Hill, this residential village ascends toward the clouds just south of downtown San Francisco. “It’s a wonderful neighborhood because it’s located within San Francisco, but it feels like a village of its own,” says Claudia Siegel, a Realtor with Compass and a longtime resident of the community. “A lot of people have lived here a long time, sometimes multiple generations on the same block.” With access to major employers in both downtown and Silicon Valley, multiple forms of public transportation, neighborhood schools and colorful real estate, Potrero offers a mix of commuter convenience, family-friendly recreation and funky night life.
Fun and Funky restaurants on 18th
Concentrated along walkable 18th Street, Potrero’s culinary scene includes rustic favorites like Plow, offering locally sourced comfort fare, and Chez Maman, a cozy French bistro with a date-night vibe. Many of the restaurants feature small sidewalk patios shaded by flowering trees, where diners can enjoy their meals with a stunning view of downtown San Francisco in the backdrop. Two blocks north on funky 17th Street, nightlife takes center stage with an eclectic lineup of live music at popular spots like Bottom of the Hill. Although the neighborhood does provide access to chain grocers such as Whole Foods and the all-organic Good Life Grocery, Potrero’s mom-and-pop stores are at the heart of the community. Locals can stop at corner stores like Potrero Terrace Market for everyday items, and residents rave about the gently used tomes at Christopher’s Books, a 1991 bookstore that has consistently dodged the drag of the digital age.
New Potrero Market in Potrero is perfect when you need to pick up a few small grocery items.
Plow serves up delicious brunch and lunch to residents and visitors of Potrero.
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Finding a room with a view in Potrero
With colorful row homes, historical detached houses and a litany of new condos and apartments, Potrero has housing options for single commuters, growing families and everyone in between. Three-bedroom single-family homes tend to sell in the $2 million to $3 million range, while two-story townhouses and one-story condos often list between $800,000 and $1.2 million. Elevation is also a huge factor in Potrero’s home prices. “Particularly on the hill, low inventory has kept the pricing high,” Siegel says, noting that the homes with the most spectacular views often have hefty price tags closer to $4 million.
Potrero is a dense residential area of San Francisco, CA.
Many homes in Potrero feature large front steps leading to the front door.
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Something for everyone at the rec center
At Potrero Hill Recreation Center, kids can explore the modern, colorful playground while dogs enjoy a leash-free run in the designated play area. Lighted tennis and basketball courts and a grassy baseball diamond provide space for both local leagues and pickup games, while the indoor rec center offers yoga and Pilates classes for adults and after-school programs for kids. Less than a mile away, McKinley Square includes a playground, winding trails and shaded picnic areas. It also connects with the Potrero Hill Community Garden, where residents have grown their own produce and flowers since the 1970s. Potrero is also just minutes from the beach at Crane Cove Park and a short drive from the scenic hiking trails at Twin Peaks.
Kids can test their climbing skills on the jungle gym at the Potrero Hill Recreation Center.
Local Potrero children love to swing on the swing set at Potrero Hill Playground.
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Potrero traditions
In October, the community comes together for the Potrero Hill Festival, a more than 30-year tradition. “They close down a couple of the flat blocks, and there are lots of vendors and even a carnival for the kids,” Siegel says. Throughout the year, the local Potrero Hill Neighborhood House also hosts engaging events such as a STEM Festival.
Overview of the Starr King Open Space's selection of activities in Potrero.
Mandarin immersion at King Elementary
As part of the San Francisco Unified School District, students in Potrero can attend Thomas Starr King Elementary and Aptos Middle, which both maintain grades of B-plus or better on Niche and offer a Mandarin immersion program. Some students may attend Downtown High School, which maintains a grade of C-plus on Niche, while others may enroll in alternative options such as San Francisco International High School, which maintains a grade of B on Niche and offers a specialized program for recent immigrants.
Potrero is a prime home base for commuters
Potrero offers easy transportation to major employment centers across the Peninsula. “It’s one of the city’s only parts connected to Caltrain, and commuters love that,” Siegel says. Interstate 280 runs right past the UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay, leading south to Silicon Valley, while U.S. Route 101 provides an additional scenic route. Local Bay Area Rapid Transit buses are also a daily convenience for downtown professionals.
Potrero is only a short drive from Downtown San Francisco.
Jump on a train at the Cal Train Station on 22nd Street in Potrero.
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Parks in this Area
Potrero Hill Playground
Basketball
Tennis
Trails
Potrero Hill Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
De Haro Corner Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
McKinley Square
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Starr King Open Space
Trails
Fallen Bridge Mini Park
Trails
Jackson Playground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
19 min drive
Train
22Nd Street
Bus
Connecticut St & 18th St
Bus
25th St & Connecticut St
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Rhode Island St & Mariposa St
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25th St & Dakota St
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Potrero Ave & 16th St
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20th St & Missouri St
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Rhode Island St & 22nd St
Potrero Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Potrero, San Francisco sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Potrero, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $568,800, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Residence 410 is one of the largest two-bedroom homes in the Knox building, featuring an expansive open floor plan filled with natural light from oversized south-facing windows. The contemporary kitchen, anchored by a striking white quartz island, is perfect for those who love to cook or entertain. Additional highlights include modern window coverings, Nest air conditioning, in-unit washer and
1-bedroom Below Market Rate (BMR) housing opportunity available at 100% Area Median Income (AMI). Maximum income for 1 person = $109,100 ; 2 people = $124,700; 3 = $140,250; 4 = $155,850; 5 = $168,300, etc. Must be 1st-time homebuyer & income eligible. Unit available thru the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) & subject to resale controls, monitoring & other restrictions.
Luxurious and inviting updated studio ideal for full time city living, or the perfect pied-a-terre in a prime Potrero Hill location! The modern flat opens to a tastefully remodeled gourmet eat-in kitchen with shaker-style cabinets, quartz countertops, high-end appliances and an updated bathroom. The open and inviting living area with recently installed recessed lighting and engineered wood
Enjoy urban San Francisco living at 1001 17th Street, a boutique collection of 26 residences in the heart of Potrero Hill. Unit 201 is a charming and bright corner/end home overlooking the shared courtyard terrace. Features include an open floor plan with hardwood flooring throughout, high ceilings, Bosch stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom window treatments, built-out closets
Please do NOT disturb tenants. Property is priced at lot value and has 2 protected tenants. Across the street from the Potrero Hope Project Great opportunity for condo build, this area is being completely revitalized. Next door to Star King Elementary. Only shown with accepted offer.
Welcome to a new collection of tailored residences located in the charming neighborhood of San Francisco’s Potrero Hill, where thoughtful luxury and proper design meet character and a connection with nature. Designed to capture the best of city living, Mason on Mariposa seamlessly blends contemporary interiors, exclusive services and unmatched amenities designed by acclaimed firm Marmol Radziner,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,174
Median Age
39
Population Density
25 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$179,872
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$187,267
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
College Graduates
70.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
72/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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