SF is expensive — but the city quietly puts on some genuinely great free events every single month. A block party with the biggest disco ball west of the Mississippi, free admission at the de Young, adults-only nights at the Academy of Sciences, and free zoo days for residents. Here's the cheat sheet.

The Castro has always been one of San Francisco's most iconic neighborhoods. Now, with the Castro Theatre being restored, new businesses opening along the corridor, and the housing market rebounding, it's also becoming one of the most interesting places to buy in 2026. Here's a look at the history, the homes, and what the market is doing right now.

Duboce Triangle sits at the center of everything — walkable streets, classic Victorian architecture, easy transit access, and some of SF's best nearby neighborhoods. Median home prices are holding strong around $1.37M–$1.42M in 2026, and inventory remains tight. Here's what buyers need to know before shopping in this market.