The San Francisco Real Estate Blog
Which Neighborhoods Are Selling the Furthest Over Asking Right Now
Inner Sunset and Outer Sunset single-family homes are now closing over 141% of list price, while Bernal Heights leads all neighborhoods in year-over-year gains. Here's where San Francisco's 2026 market is running hottest — and the one neighborhood where condos are still going for less than asking.
Why San Francisco Duplexes Sell for Less Than Single-Family Homes
Over half of SF duplexes sell with a tenant in place, and that tenant costs sellers 44% per square foot. Here's why rent control makes vacancy the real premium — and how savvy buyers are closing the gap to single-family pricing.
Looking for a Low HOA Building?
A low HOA fee might look like a deal — but it often means something else is being deferred. Here's what to check before you let the monthly number sell you on a listing.
Securing a Coveted Spot in San Francisco’s Community Gardens
SF has 42 community gardens open to any resident — no cost, no catch. Except the waitlist. Some gardens have waiting lists as long as 8–9 years! In this post I break down why demand is so high, two ways to get a plot faster, and what to consider if you'd rather just own your own outdoor space.
HOA Fees are Skyrocketing
New legislation introduced in California is looking to cap annual increases that HOAs can require. Here’s what that means for you.
The Excelsior: SF's Most Overlooked Neighborhood for Buyers
The Excelsior is a diverse residential neighborhood in the Southeastern quarter of the city, bounded by Mission Street to the west, Silver Avenue to the north, McLaren Park to the East, and Geneva Avenue to the south. It is in the SFAR’s District 10.
SF's Best Beaches This Summer (And How Not to Get Burned by the Fog)
San Francisco has beaches — and most people have no idea how different they all are. This guide breaks down the 5 best spots, from the most swimmable (Baker) to the best fire pit scene (Ocean Beach), with a comparison chart and a tip that'll save your beach day from the fog.
Rent Tools, Park Passes & Gear for Free!
Think your library card is just for books? Think again. From high-powered drills and lawnmowers to free California State Park passes and free daily printing (yes, including color!), Bay Area libraries are hiding some of the best budget hacks around. Here is your step-by-step guide to unlocking the "Library of Things" and keeping hundreds of dollars in your pocket this weekend.
Why the Bay Area Housing Market Won’t Crash
Waiting for a 2008-style housing crash in the Bay Area? Discover why a severe lack of inventory and locked-in mortgage rates make a market collapse unlikely.
Let’s talk about Days on Market. Is it a bad signal?
Most buyers treat Days on Market like a report card. In San Francisco, that's the wrong way to read it. Here's what the number is actually telling you — and how to use it before you write an offer.

