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Famous for its fog (in a city known for fog), Inner Sunset is a highly diverse neighborhood with a small town vibe that's perfect for outdoorsy types.

Median Home Rent (PER MONTH)

Studio / 1 BR
38% Complete

2,698

2 Bedrooms
52% Complete

3,737

3 Bedrooms
70% Complete

5,000

4 Bedrooms
100% Complete

7,150


Median Home Price

Studio / 1 BR
58% Complete

990K

2 Bedrooms
62% Complete

1.05M

3 Bedrooms
88% Complete

1.5M

4 Bedrooms
100% Complete

1.7M

Good For
  • Couples without kids
  • Creatives
  • Empty nesters / Retirees
  • Families
  • LGBTQ
  • Nature lovers
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Students

 

What’s around
  • 9 Grocery stores/markets
  • 10 Nightlife options
  • 46 Fitness options
  • 92 Shops
  • 5 Banks
  • 5 Schools
  • 101 Restaurants

 


PUBLIC TRANSITGood

WALKABILITYExcellent

Safety

  WHAT’S LIVING IN Inner Sunset LIKE?

Inner Sunset lies just south of Golden Gate Park and is the twin of Inner Richmond, the neighborhood bordering the park to the north. While both are hotspots for independent small businesses, the Inner Sunset’s restaurant scene is considered superior, particularly by sushi lovers. It’s also known for its foggier weather: some say that it’s in the middle of the “fog zone” and may be the foggiest neighborhood in the city.

Unlike Inner Richmond it has light rail access as well as buses, making it a somewhat easier commute downtown. It’s very walkable, with small lots of tract homes and row houses, Edwardian- and Victorian-style homes, and small-to-medium size newer apartment buildings.

The corner of 9th Avenue and Irving Street is considered the Inner Sunset’s epicenter, and both streets extend outward with dining and shopping options. A Sunday farmer’s market can be found just past that corner as well.

Like the rest of the Richmond and Sunset neighborhoods, this neighborhood has strong Irish roots — perhaps the fog and sand dunes reminded immigrants of the misty moors of their homeland. Waves of immigrants from other countries, particularly in the 1980s, have brought an enormous amount of diversity. Even more so than other areas in San Francisco, this neighborhood is considered to be a “global village.”

The University of California San Francisco Medical Center on the eastern side is both an important research and patient care facility, as well as educating 4,000 graduate students in health sciences every year. This, plus the influx of young professionals from the tech boom mingles with the older residents of families to create a small town atmosphere with a youngish vibe.

The Inner Sunset is great for nature lovers and athletes, with Golden Gate Park to the north. Run the tracks at Kezar Stadium or play sports in one of the nearby fields.

To the south there’s Golden Gate Heights, which claims both Grand View Park, Sunset Heights Park, and Mt. Sutro to the right. The area surrounding Mt. Sutro is called Forest Knolls, and along with Golden Gate Heights, they are both considered micro-communities within Inner Sunset. They are both more isolated and purely residential, perfect for those wanting a break from city life but who want the nearby conveniences of it. With the good schools, low crime, and decent nightlife, the Inner Sunset appeals to all of its diverse residents.

Inner Sunset is bordered on the north by Golden Gate Park, on the east by Cole Valley, on the south by Forest Hill, and on the west by Outer Sunset.

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Local Flavor   Inner Sunset LOCAL schools

K-8 GRADES
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary School

Parent Rating:

Type:public
Distance:0.17 mi

9-12 & ungraded GRADES
San Francisco Flex Academy

Parent Rating:

Type:charter
Distance:0.31 mi

K-1 GRADES
Sunset Progressive School (Will open: Fall 2015)

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.34 mi

K-8 GRADES
Saint Anne School

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.41 mi

9-12 GRADES
Woodside International School

Parent Rating:

Type:private
Distance:0.55 mi

 

Local Flavor   Inner Sunset Local Flavor

Ebisu Sushi

Ebisu Sushi 1283 9TH AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122 MAP
https://ebisusushi.com

Many residents consider Ebisu to be one of the best sushi restaurants in San Francisco, in a neighborhood known for its sushi.

Mucky Duck

Mucky Duck 1315 9TH AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122 MAP
http://www.muckyduckpub.com

Mucky Duck is a popular bar to watch sports, play pool, or get an early start on the night during their happy hour.

University of California San Francisco

University of California San Francisco 505 PARNASSUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143 MAP
https://www.ucsf.edu

UCSF is a world renowned center for graduate education, health sciences research, and patient care.

Mount Sutro

Mount Sutro MEDICAL CTR WAY, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143 MAP
https://mntsutro.com

Offering several hiking trails, this hill and forest offers a lush escape from city life.

Misdirections Magic Shop

Misdirections Magic Shop 1236 9TH AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122 MAP
http://shop.misdirections.com

This shop offers magic supplies and education. A review for Misdirections reads, “A little bit of magic and silly fun for kids of all ages.”

Kezar Stadium

Kezar Stadium 670 KEZAR DR, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118 MAP

An outdoor athletics stadium with many types of sports fields and facilities and special events.

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