Welcome to San Francisco (West Side)
A technology-focused community in an urban area with views of the mountains and the Bay
San Francisco might be the prettiest metropolitan city, surrounded by lush rolling hills and coastline. People come to the area to enjoy the food, the entertainment, and the historic sites. People move to the area for many reasons, one being the opportunity to build a career in technology. As the center for many technology headquarters, such as Salesforce and Apple, San Francisco attracts some of the brightest minds in technology.
Homes in the area range from the colorful Queen Anne’s to the contemporary. The area is growing, even with the move to working from home, people are moving to San Francisco for career opportunities and bayside living. New housing developments are underway and there are plans for more being developed. The
Balboa Reservoir project plans to transform an unused parking lot into a new residential community geared toward young families.
What to Love
- City-living at its finest with something always on the calendar
- Exploring NorCal’s stunning scenery with hikes and bike rides
- An unbeatable selection of unique restaurants and shops
Local Lifestyle
Even though the area is infused with Silicon Valley, it feels untouched by the giant technology headquarters. Surrounded by nature, the mountains, and green spaces, the West Side of San Francisco feels suburban.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
House of Pancake is a Taiwanese restaurant with hand-pulled noodles you can watch being made. Though the pancakes rolled with thin strips of meat and hoisin sauce is what they are famous for.
Marugame Udon are masters at making handmade udon noodles and guests can watch their meal being prepared. Try their signature curry noodles or the Mentai Kamatama with mentaiko cod roe and a hot spring egg.
B Restaurant & Grill has a beautiful rooftop terrace overlooking the Yerba Buena Gardens. They are famous for their raw oyster bar and the annual Oyster Bash.
Devil’s Teeth Baking Company is a nautical-themed bakery with a scrumptious menu perfect for any time of day whether you’re craving one of their specialty muffins or vegetarian lasagna for lunch.
Things to Do
Golden Gate Park is the home of the Golden Gate Bridge and its iconic views.
Twin Peaks offers magnificent 180-degree views of the Bay Area. It is the second-highest mountain in the area at 922 feet and you may spot an endangered Mission Blue Butterfly flying among the low blooming lupines.
The
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is a haven for exploring contemporary artists testing the boundaries of traditional forms. The
Museum of the African Diaspora is a contemporary art museum rich with work celebrating Black cultures and Black artists. The
Contemporary Jewish Museum is a non-collecting museum so there is always something new to see. They partner with international institutions to present the highest level of cultural and artistic work.
Ocean Beach is a special place in San Francisco that runs for 3.5 miles along a white beach with not too much foot traffic and an overwhelming feeling of calm where you can fly a kite or relax by the beach.
The
Yerba Buena Gardens are branded as being “at the cultural heart of San Francisco.” The landscaped lawns, relaxing waterfalls, and colorful gardens make it a wonderful space to enjoy and relax. It is most famous for its Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and waterfall.
The
16th Avenue Tiled Steps are a beautiful set of painted steps creating a sea to the stars. It was created and designed by neighborhood residents to beautify the 163-step stairway in the Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood.
