{"id":12098,"date":"2013-04-18T13:33:31","date_gmt":"2013-04-18T20:33:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=12098"},"modified":"2013-04-18T13:33:31","modified_gmt":"2013-04-18T20:33:31","slug":"5-great-san-francisco-neighborhoods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/5-great-san-francisco-neighborhoods\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Great San Francisco Neighborhoods"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>San Francisco can be a wonderful place to live. In fact, a quality of life survey in 2008 revealed that the city offered the second highest quality of living in comparison to other major cities in the U.S. If you\u2019re planning a move here, then choosing the right neighborhood is a big decision. The communities of San Francisco are all very different, and they each have their own advantages, disadvantages and appeal. Whether you\u2019re into the quiet, laid back lifestyle, or prefer a more hyped, adventurous vibe, you will find an area in the Golden City that feels like home.<\/p>\n<h2>Richmond District, San Francisco<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Richmond San Francisco\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/movotoblog\/2013\/04\/san-francisco\/richmond-san-francisco.jpg\" title=\"Richmond San Francisco\" class=\"aligncenter\" width=\"500\" height=\"338\" \/><br \/>\nThis residential neighborhood is situated in the north-western area of the city, and is one of the more quiet neighborhoods to live in. Bordering the Golden Gate Park, there is plenty of green space to enjoy in Richmond and the ocean is just around the corner. Homes in this area are mainly a mix of modern apartments and Edwardian houses, and there\u2019s a great multi-cultural vibe with large Asian, Russian, and Irish populations. With a plethora of great bars, restaurants, and shopping facilities, living in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/property\/ca\/san-francisco\/outer-richmond.html\">Richmond District<\/a> is perfect for anyone looking for the convenience of city life with a laid-back vibe.<\/p>\n<h2>Outer Sunset Neighborhood<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/property\/ca\/san-francisco\/outer-sunset.html\">Outer Sunset<\/a> is the ideal area for young families. Often described by the locals as Richmond District\u2019s \u201csouthern twin,\u201d it\u2019s another quiet area of the city where residents are very close to the Golden Gate Park and the beach. There\u2019s no shortage of great schools here, and there are plenty of playgrounds and parks for the kids. Real estate prices are very reasonable when compared to the rest of San Francisco. Although it\u2019s a relatively quiet area of the city, there are still many coffee shops, restaurants, and grocery stores nearby. Outer Sunset is also home to San Francisco Zoo.<\/p>\n<h2>Cole Valley, San Francisco<\/h2>\n<p>Cole Valley is a neighborhood with a real sense of community. Nestled on the south-eastern side of the Golden Gate Park, this distinctly quaint and cozy feeling area is primarily inhabited by young professionals and middle-aged couples, although many families reside here too. You can enjoy some of the best views of the city here from Tank Hill, and the area itself is decorated with modern, stylish apartments, and has all of the embellishments of relaxed city living. There are several small, quaint shops that offer everything from baked goods to clothing. Cole Valley could be considered the \u201cMr. Rogers Neighborhood\u201d of San Francisco.<\/p>\n<h2>Mission, San Francisco<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Mission San Francisco Neighborhood\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/movotoblog\/2013\/04\/san-francisco\/mission-san-francisco.jpg\" title=\"Mission San Francisco Neighborhood\" class=\"aligncenter\" width=\"500\" height=\"332\" \/><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/property\/ca\/san-francisco\/inner-mission.html\">The Mission neighborhood<\/a> is the place to come if you\u2019re young, free, and love the urban lifestyle. It\u2019s a hip and happening area of San Francisco that will definitely cater to those wanting the buzz of city life. Around 5 percent of all San Francisco\u2019s residents live in the Mission District, and the neighborhood is home to many top-rated restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. The cost of real estate can be quite high here, but there\u2019s plenty to choose from. If you\u2019re looking to \u201cparty like a rock star\u201d, the Mission District is where it\u2019s at.<\/p>\n<h2>Hayes Valley Neighborhood<\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s a huge advantage to living in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/property\/ca\/san-francisco\/hayes-valley.html\">Hayes Valley<\/a>. Central to practically everything San Francisco has to offer, this area puts the city in the palm of your hand. It has a great mix of middle aged residents, young families, and working professionals of all ages. There\u2019s also a distinct bohemian feel and character to the neighborhood, and it\u2019s another one of those areas with sleepy tree-lined streets. The area is home to a variety of bars, shops, and busy restaurants, making it a one stop shop for residents.<br \/>\nIf you\u2019re looking to live in San Francisco, you have a lot of areas to choose from. There\u2019s an interesting mix of culture in this city, and a variety of different types of homes to suit your style. The city\u2019s neighborhoods are thriving and the residents have everything they need, from entertainment to beautiful ocean views. Sounds like a great place to live.<br \/>\nImages sources: Flickr user IMLS DCC and Flickr user davidyuweb<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re into the quiet, laid back lifestyle, or prefer a more hyped, adventurous vibe, you will find an area in the Golden City that feels like home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[51],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12098","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-local-scene","post--single"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>5 Great San Francisco Neighborhoods<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Whether you\u2019re into the quiet, laid back lifestyle, or prefer a more hyped, adventurous vibe, you will find an area 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