$1,611,769Average Value$806Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Hillside community with a built-in outdoor respite
Home to one of the city's largest summits, the Forest Knolls area is known for its scenic views and eucalyptus tree-lined hiking trails. This woodsy enclave hugs the lower slopes of San Francisco's towering Mount Sutro inside a soft gray fog belt, keeping the area up to 20 degrees cooler than the city's sunnier spots. The University of California, San Fransisco Parnassus Campus is to the north, and the Laguna Honda Reservoir is to the south, anchoring the cliffs, trails, and snugly planned housing developments in between. Forest Knolls is a dynamic, outdoor-friendly community where homeowners live shoulder-to-shoulder with their neighbors in a central location.
With a pleasing layout, homes in Forest Knolls accent the natural landscape.
Forest Knolls wraps around Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve.
Homes at the side of the hill in Forest Knolls on a foggy day.
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Midcentury homes set snugly on steep streets
Spacious single-family homes with attached garages spread across quiet, curving streets in this leafy community. Many residences date to the midcentury era, with staggered footprints and sleek facades. A handful of character-rich early 20th Century cottages also remain, tucked into the rugged hillsides. Most properties sit side-by-side, separated by narrow walkways that lead to the neighborhood's winding sidewalks. Prices start around $450,000 and reach over $1 million in Forest Knolls. Small one-bedroom cottages sell at the lower end of the market, and for top dollar, buyers can invest in a spacious, gated compound in the hills. "Single-family houses are still doing quite well in a tough market," says Kira Mead, Realtor at Real SF Properties. Most Forest Knolls listings find new owners in a week or two.
Elevated houses have amazing view of Daly City, San Francisco's Sunset District, and the fog.
Colorful homes in Forest Knolls fall in line with San Francisco's brand
Different style homes design Forest Knolls urban landscape.
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Mount Sutro trail access and Golden Gate Park amenities nearby
Steep stairwells and trails act as extensions of Forest Knolls' residential streets, funneling into the lush Mount Sutro Open Space Nature Reserve above the neighborhood. With a 900-foot elevation and miles of pathways open to hikers, joggers, cyclists and dogs, outdoor activity is part of everyday life for these active homeowners. San Fransisco's famed Golden Gate Park is also a walk or bike ride away, where locals can spend a day wading through wildflowers at the Botanical Gardens or take a run around the Panhandle, past elaborate historic architecture. Kids visit to play sports on the athletic fields, run at the playground and explore exhibits at the California Academy of Science Museum. The massive park extends to the city's western shoreline, filled with people lounging on the long, narrow beaches. Twin Peaks is around the corner, a popular gathering place for sunset views of downtown when the fog lifts.
The California Poppy is in abundance across Sutro Hill .
Midtown Terrace Playground and Picnic Area offers recreation in nearby Twin Peaks.
Enjoy an afternoon in Golden Gate Park with views of Forest Knolls.
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Eat drink and browse in West Portal or Inner Sunset
Forest Knolls residents can take their pick of shopping and dining destinations in this well-positioned suburb. The West Portal corridor is a south-side go-to, a few minutes away for a little retail therapy or a bite to eat. The walkable, main street-style district has bars, boutiques, cafes, and small eateries densely lining each side of its namesake street. The Inner Sunset area is also nearby with a similar layout, packed with markets, shops and an even broader selection of restaurants. For name-brand labels and big box stores, Forest Knolls homeowners head to Stonestown Galleria Shopping Mall, an easy stop for weekly grocery shops at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods and other errands at Target.
West Portal shopping area is only minutes away from the Forest Knolls neighborhood.
Suki Sushi is a popular restaurant in West Portal near the Forest Knolls neighborhood.
Great food is just a short walk or drive away from Forest Knolls at Arizmendi Bakery.
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Clarendon Elementary students learn Japanese
Kids living in Forest Knolls can attend school within the San Fransisco Unified School District. Many begin at Clarendon Alternative Elementary and continue to Presidio Middle before finishing at Lowell High. Each public school carries an overall score of A-minus or higher on Niche, an education research resource. Clarendon is in the neighborhood, known for its immersive Japanese bilingual program. Lowell High consistently ranks among the top schools in the state and is a regular National Blue Ribbon School award winner for its academic excellence.
Clarendon Elementary in Forest Knolls offers a multicultural curriculum, teaching Japanese.
Students are the highest priority at Clarendon Alternative Elementary in Forest Knolls.
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Car-free living with the Muni nearby
Forest Knolls is a convenient commuter location with easy access to public transit and proximity to San Fransisco's top employers. "It's a great area for people working in tech with so many companies nearby," Mead says. Forest Knolls locals take out their Clipper Cards to hop on the Muni at the walkable Forest Hill Light Rail Station for a car-free 3-mile ride into downtown San Fransisco. The BART line travels across the Bay Area, and the San Francisco International Airport is less than 15 miles away for long-distance travel. The freeway is within a 5-minute drive for trips out of the city.
Car-free living with the Muni nearby is a great choice in Forest Knolls.
The Forest Hills Station near Laguna Honda connects you to the other part of San Francisco.
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Parks in this Area
J.P. Murphy Playground
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Garden for the Environment
Picnic Area
Trails
Botanical Gardens
Grattan Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Interior Greenbelt
Mount Sutro
Trails
Hiking
Midtown Terrace Playground Picnic Area
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
26 min drive
Bus
345 Warren Dr E
Bus
Warren Dr & Christopher Dr
Bus
Warren Dr & Oakpark Dr
Bus
1697 7th Ave
Bus
Warren Dr & Devonshire Way
Bus
400 Warren Dr E
Bus
Warren Dr & Locksley Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Forest Knolls
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Knolls, San Francisco sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Forest Knolls, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $1,634,300, up 32% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This townhouse-style condo lives like a single family house! The main level of the residence features a spacious living room with a wet bar and a fireplace, a formal dining area open to the kitchen, and a gourmet chef's kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances and a peninsula with an overhang for informal dining. Around the corner is a convenient powder room with laundry. Sliding doors
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This is a 2 bedroom, one bath apartment in a 4-unit apartment building in a quiet woodsy area that is within short walking distance to the UCSF Parnassus campus and the inner Sunset shopping corridor. New paint for walls. Good public transportation with multiple bus line options. Very convenient for people who work or go to school at UCSF. Walking distance to the Golden Gate Park.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,955
Median Age
39
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$187,006
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$189,121
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.4%
College Graduates
83.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
48.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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