While headlines point to rising inventory, price drops, and slow sales, that reality is heavily concentrated in downtown neighborhoods like SoMa, South Beach, and Mission Bay. Remove those areas from the equation, and a completely different story emerges: one where demand is strong, inventory is tight, and well-located condos are selling fast—often with multiple offers.

Artificial intelligence is changing the San Francisco real estate market in real time. From AI company expansion to returning tech buyers, here’s what the shift means for homeowners, investors, and anyone watching the SF market.

San Francisco is set to implement stricter water conservation requirements starting May 15th 2026, creating new compliance challenges for residential sellers, buyers, and agents. With updated fixture standards and limited exemptions, property owners should review their homes early to avoid unexpected costs and delays.

Don’t get homeowners insurance wrong — it will cost you. Insurance companies quote you based on what's cheap, not what actually covers rebuilding your home in a high-cost market. In the Bay Area, the gap between "cheap coverage" and "adequate coverage" can be hundreds of thousands of dollars. Here's what you need to know about getting properly insured—and some practical strategies to afford the coverage you actually need.

Thinking about purchasing a Tenancy in Common (TIC) unit? It's a smart option that many buyers overlook—often saving 10-25% compared to a comparable condo. But before you jump in, here's what you really need to understand about how TICs work, how financing works, and whether they're right for your situation. We break down the money talk, conversion potential, and all the trade-offs so you can make an informed decision.

An overview of the implementation of purple ‘Slow Streets’ signage across San Francisco. Learn about the effort to manage Roadways in San Francisco.

A Pre-Qualification can be a great baseline for what you can afford, but this is just a ballpark estimate. To win a bidding war, you need a verified Pre-Approval—where an underwriter actually clears your documents. In today's market, a pre-qual starts the conversation, but a pre-approval closes the deal.

The appraisal can make or break a real estate deal. Understanding how appraisers determine value—and what happens if an appraisal comes in low—can help buyers navigate the home buying process with fewer surprises.

A circa-1887 Grand Victorian in the heart of Pacific Heights just listed for $18.8M — and it's one of the most remarkable homes to hit the SF market in years. Original Kenitzer architecture, 13-foot ceilings, a stage, wine cellar, and views of the Transamerica Pyramid. Here's what's inside.

San Francisco requires most new developments to include below-market-rate units — and if you know how the lottery system works, it could open doors most buyers don't even know exist. Here's what every SF buyer needs to understand before entering the market.