Forest Hill Houses for Sale

Forest Hill, a neighborhood in San Francisco, is characterized by its tall trees and rolling hills, creating a picturesque setting for a variety of home styles. The area features large Spanish Revival homes, cottage-style residences, and sleek modern designs, along with contemporary split levels, craftsmans, Tudors, and Mediterranean Revivals. These homes often include small front door staircases surrounded by mature greenery, adding to the neighborhood's artistic charm. Local parks such as J.P. Murphy Playground and Hawk Hill provide recreational spaces with playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, and scenic views. The nearby West Portal Recreation Center and Golden Gate Heights Park offer additional outdoor activities, while Golden Gate Park, less than 2 miles away, features the San Francisco Botanical Garden and Pacific Coast beaches. Dining options are plentiful, with ChouChou French Bistro, Yoji Sushi House, and Dumpling Zone nearby, and a variety of restaurants along the Portal Avenue corridor in West Portal. For shopping, Target and Trader Joe’s are about 2 miles south. The active neighborhood association organizes community events at the historic clubhouse, including summer BBQs and holiday parties. Forest Hill is conveniently located near Route 1 and Interstate 280, making commutes to Silicon Valley accessible. Public transportation is available via the Forest Hill Muni Metro Station, and San Francisco International Airport is 13 miles south. Highly rated schools in the area include West Portal Elementary, Herbert Hoover Middle, and Abraham Lincoln High School, a California Distinguished School with numerous AP and Career Technical Education academies.