The face of San Francisco’s real estate market is changing, especially with the increase in opportunities for those who have been eyeing this dynamic and city by the Bay for their new home. Most excited among the lot are young professionals. With property values going down to more attainable levels (a direct result of former homeowners here hurrying to sell their San Francisco real estate), these young professionals are now scouting for the best neighborhoods in San Francisco to live in.
If you’re among these upwardly mobile young professionals, this shortlist of the best places to live in San Francisco is for you.
Noe Valley
Who wouldn’t want to live in this highly sought-after community where the residents are friendly and the overall vibe combines a pleasant small-town feel with the modern conveniences of city living?
Here are the qualities that make Noe Valley a widely popular community among the younger set of people:
- Located right in the middle of every possible destination in San Fran; highly walkable.
- Instagram-worthy Edwardian and Victorian homes lining most streets here.
- The diversity of people here makes it a wonderful place to raise a family.
- Because it’s surrounded by hills, engaging in a good number of outdoor activities is possible while exploring the amazing views.
- The exciting nightlife scene here will not disappoint. Get great food, fine-tasting wines and spirits, and sports or music-related thrills in places like Douglas and The Dubliner.
North Beach
Young career upstarts who can strike the perfect balance between work and R&R will want to consider the coastal setting of North Beach. It is known among locals as San Francisco’s version of Little Italy, but with strong beatnik influences.
With a background as colorful as this, one can expect great attractions and experiences when living here. Consider the following:
- Discover North Beach’s Italian heritage through Tony’s Pizza Napoletana, owned by award-winning pizza master Tony Gemignani. Ingredients are sourced straight from Napoli, thus, giving their famous pizzas their distinctive edge.
- Summers are festival times, and none can be more exciting and packed with attractions than the North Beach Festival which includes a Blessing of the Animals and street painting tilts, among many others.
- Crowd favorites are Fisherman’s Wharf for fresh seafood offerings and Pier 39 for a close encounter with the local sea lion population.
Potrero Hill
San Fran’s infamous fog has barely disturbed this neighborhood, given its elevation of 46 meters. That’s why one can expect to be more sun-kissed in Potrero Hill than in any other San Francisco neighborhood.
There is nothing mundane about this beautiful suburb. Here’s what you’ll find here:
- While Lombard Street on Russian Hill gained fame as the Crookedest Street in San Francisco, Vermont Street on Potrero Hill is actually the real “crookedest street,” not just in the area but probably in the world.
- Vermont Street is also the site of the Bring Your Own Big Wheel Race, an annual Easter event formerly done on Lombard. It’s been postponed for two years now since the pandemic started but organizers are hoping for another run on Vermont’s curves come 2022.
To know more about homes for sale in Noe Valley and in other areas of San Francisco, come to the most trusted agent in the region. I’m Amir Hardy – let’s talk about your San Francisco real estate goals! Call me at 415.602.0570 or send an email to amir(dotted)hardy(at)compass(dotted)com.