Hayes Valley

Since its extensive makeover at the tail end of the 80s, Hayes Valley has gained quite the reputation as a hip locale. What’s more, Hayes Valley has convenient access to lively neighboring communities like the Fillmore District and South of Market (SoMA). But there’s plenty here to keep you well within the bounds of this trendy neighborhood.

Upscale boutiques, fine restaurants, and laid-back and vibrant haunts are within walking distance from any point in this half-mile-long community. To encourage local entrepreneurship, Hayes Valley doesn’t have big-name shops and chain stores. You’ll be treated to a slew of specialty boutiques that you won’t find anywhere else.

Being one of the few places that were mostly spared from the 1906 earthquake, Hayes Valley also has a few surviving homes that were built in the late 19th century.

REAL ESTATE SNAPSHOT

Home prices in Hayes Valley vary widely, typically ranging from $700,000 to as high as $13 million. The housing stock is predominantly composed of Victorian-style homes. As one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in SF, homes rarely go up for sale here. You’ll usually find apartments, condos, and a few single-family homes. There’s been an increasing number of modern homes since the major revitalization project was implemented in the late 1980s.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

• Head east of the neighborhood where you’ll find the Civic Center. This bustling hub of culture and public spaces is a historic landmark that commemorates various civic achievements in the early 20th Pose for a photo of the Beaux-Arts-style City Hall of SF or pay a visit to various museums in the area.
• Check out award-winning cultural showcases throughout the Civic Center. San Francisco Ballet, San Francisco Symphony, Herbst Theatre, and SFJazz have a slew of must-see
• Locals and visitors alike love to go on a food crawl in Hayes Valley. Check out Salt & Straw, a beloved artisanal ice cream Or, if you’re craving Vietnamese cuisine, explore Little Saigon found just a few blocks up north.

Like what you see so far in Hayes Valley? Consider moving here or elsewhere in the Bay Area. Get in touch with Kevin Swanigan by phone at 415.493.8374 or  send him an email to get started.