Bernal Heights

Bernal Heights boasts some of the most impressive views of the San Francisco skyline.

Property Listings

3284 Mission Street
For Sale
MLS® 426171524

$4,500,000

3284 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
7,493 Sq.Ft.
363 Park Street
For Sale
MLS® 426172800

$3,995,000

363 Park Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,686 Sq.Ft.
1446 Florida Street
For Sale
MLS® 426164275

$3,650,000

1446 Florida Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,622 Sq.Ft.
401 Holly Park Circle
For Sale
MLS® 426164903

$3,600,000

401 Holly Park Circle, San Francisco, CA 94110
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,410 Sq.Ft.
3643 Folsom Street
Pending
MLS® 426170644

$3,195,000

3643 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,314 Sq.Ft.
105 111 Richland Avenue
For Sale
MLS® 426171983

$2,850,000

105-111 Richland Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110
12 Beds 6,735 Sq.Ft.
315 Franconia Street
For Sale
MLS® 426169465

$2,800,000

315 Franconia Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,061 Sq.Ft.
50 Arnold Avenue
For Sale
MLS® 426168767

$2,750,000

50 Arnold Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,941 Sq.Ft.
15 Eugenia Avenue
Pending
MLS® 426162683

$2,695,000

15 Eugenia Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,674 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Bernal Heights

With steep streets sloping up a rocky hillside to Bernal Summit, Bernal Heights boasts some of the most impressive views of the San Francisco skyline. The neighborhood is located south of the Mission District, bordered by San Jose Avenue to the west, Cesar Chavez Street to the north, and the major highways of US 101 and I-280 to the east and south respectively.
Bernal Heights’ real estate is in incredibly high demand, with Business Insider calling it the hottest neighborhood in the United States. Homes here are an attractive mix of bright Victorians, quaint rustic cottages, and remodeled early-20th Century properties.

What to Love

  • A wonderful microclimate, with warm breezes from the Bay and little of San Francisco’s famous fog.
  • The homey feeling of a long-established neighborhood.
  • Incredible views and natural scenery at Bernal Summit.
  • Great local shops and a wonderful farmers’ market.

A Small Town in the Big City

Much recent demand for Bernal Heights homes has come from workers in San Francisco’s booming tech and financial service industries. But there are also many residents who’ve lived here much longer, and newer arrivals tend to be attracted by the strong sense of pride in the local community. Despite its convenient central location, Bernal Heights is tucked away in an area with no need for traffic to pass through the neighborhood en route to other areas. This creates a closed-in sense of small-town homeliness, with all the convenience of being within minutes of Downtown SF.

Shopping, Dining & Entertainment

Bernal Heights is bisected by Cortland Avenue, a bustling commercial strip lined with chic cafes, good restaurants, small markets and butchers, and beauty salons. Local highlights include the Portuguese-style Cafe St. Jorge, known for serving some of the city’s best toast and other brunch items. The charming Harvest Hills Market is a beloved corner store specializing in natural and organic produce. The local nightlife is similarly full of character, with long-established bars serving quality drinks to a diverse clientele.
Alemany Farmers’ Market takes place in a southeastern corner of the neighborhood, with the same space used for a flea market each Sunday. Established in 1947, Alemany is one of the longest-running farmers’ markets in the United States.

Things to Do

Bernal Heights streets are among the steepest in the world, with a gradient of up to 41%. It’s well worth making the effort to traverse these steep streets to Bernal Summit, which offers incredible panoramic views over the city and Bay and out to the Golden Gate Bridge. There is also a remarkable mini-ecosystem at the summit, with an abundance of native north coast wildflowers and wildlife that includes raptors, racoons, skunks, and coyotes. Amenities include an off-leash dog park and a one-mile running and walking track circling the park.
Other green space includes Precita Park and Holly Park, located on either side of the hill. Precita Park is known for its Precita Eyes art mural.
Bernal Heights’ strong sense of community is celebrated in the Fiesta on the Hill celebration each October.

Schools

Bernal Heights is zoned to San Francisco Unified School District.
  • Leonard R. Flynn Elementary, K–5
  • Metropolitan Arts & Technology High, 9–12, Charter School
  • Paul Revere Elementary, K–8



Overview for Bernal Heights, CA

25,216 people live in Bernal Heights, where the median age is 44 and the average individual income is $100,062. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,216

Total Population

44 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$100,062

Average individual Income

Around Bernal Heights, CA

There's plenty to do around Bernal Heights, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
61
Bikeable
Bike Score
77
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Billy Goat Liquor, Fairview Market 2, and Gift & Smoke Gallery.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.34 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Fairview Market 2 Logo
Dining · $ 0.48 miles 2 reviews 2.5/5 stars
Gift & Smoke Gallery Logo
Shopping 0.34 miles 2 reviews 4/5 stars
Mixtiso's Carnaval Dance Classes Logo
Active 0.57 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Cancholas Bar Logo
Nightlife 0.49 miles 7 reviews 3.6/5 stars
The Touch of Class Logo
Beauty 0.39 miles 4 reviews 4.3/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bernal Heights, CA

Population Households Employment

Bernal Heights has 9,488 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bernal Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 25,216 people call Bernal Heights home. The population density is 25,153 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,216

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44 years

Median Age

52 / 48%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
9,488

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$100,062

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

Married
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Bernal Heights, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Bernal Heights. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Bernal Heights Branch library with a colorful mural and tree-lined sidewalk.

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