$1,943,662Average Value$928Average Price per Sq Ft
Central San Francisco community with history and outdoor amenities
Laguna Honda is a small neighborhood 4 miles south of central San Francisco, drawing its name from the neighboring hospital, a community cornerstone since the Gold Rush period. The eclectic enclave is also known as Forest Hill Extension based on its proximity to one of San Francisco's historic "residence parks," built at the beginning of the 20th Century to integrate green spaces within city limits. Stairways mark the neighborhood's rugged topography, helping homeowners across town. Laguna Honda's steep residential streets slide right into the city's dynamic West Portal shopping district, full of crowds making the rounds on foot. "It's a very desirable, close-in area," says Kira Mead, Realtor at Real SF Properties and frequent local seller.
An aerial overview of Laguna Honda.
Laguna Honda hospital sits below Twin Peaks and Sutro Tower in San francisco.
Laguna Honda reservoir Is a landmark of the neighborhood.
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Tile-topped Spanish styles on Laguna Honda Boulevard
Laguna Honda features tall single-family homes with colorful stucco walls, red mission-style tile roofs, and a few Colonial Revival styles. The community's architectural leaning varies from block to block – some areas are full of staggered midcentury homes, and others spotlight multi-million-dollar early 20th Century builds with ocean views. Prices start at $1 million and climb to almost $4 million, increasing with size, location and level of updates. The market can be competitive in this coveted location, and most listings find new owners within two weeks for well over the asking price.
A white colonial revival home in Laguna Honda, San Francisco.
A larger, spread out mediterranean style home in Laguna Honda.
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Hiking opportunities at San Francisco's tallest summits
Laguna Honda is between two of the city's tallest summits - Mt. Davidson and Twin Peaks, providing abundant hiking opportunities and stunning scenery. Edgehill Mountain is at the center of town, a fairly large hill in its own right, where homeowners can walk and cycle up woodsy pathways. San Francisco's famed Golden Gate Park is also roughly 2 miles away, drawing locals for more hiking and biking around the gardens and athletic fields or trips to the science and art museums. Ocean Beach is a few miles west, full of locals relaxing on the sandy shore.
Enjoy a trail run through Laguna Honda's Edgehill Mountain.
Sit and enjoy a view of The City on Edgewood Mountain in Laguna Honda.
California's state flower can bee seen scattered across Laguna Honda in San Francisco
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Specialized learning at Lincoln High
The top-rated San Francisco Unified School District serves the Laguna Honda neighborhood. Many local students start at West Portal Elementary and continue to Herbert Hoover Middle before finishing at Abraham Lincoln High. Each public school carries an overall score of A-minus or higher on Niche, an education ranking resource. Lincoln offers several specialized education routes, including an advanced placement honors program, services for Special Education students, career academies and an English Language Learners curriculum. Buyers interested in alternatives will find several private schools nearby, like the prominent San Francisco Waldorf School.
Experience the scholastic legacy of Lincoln High, shaping young minds with passion.
Catch a Friday night football game at Abraham Lincoln High School.
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Boutiques and libations next door in West Portal
Streetcars exit the Twin Peaks tunnel in West Portal, where Laguna Honda homeowners visit boutiques and bistros like Bursa, a tidy and colorful Mediterranean restaurant with an extensive wine menu. The regional family-owned Mollie Stone's Market is a go-to for quick grocery pickups, conveniently located in a stylish Art Deco landmark building nearby. For name-brand labels and big box stores, Laguna Honda 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.
Art deco style grocery store Mollie Stone's Market
A nice mediterranean restaurant, Bursa, offers a great wine selection.
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Forest Hill Clubhouse hosts the annual Chamber Music Festival
The Forest Hill Clubhouse was built in 1919 by well-known Bay Area architect Bernard Maybeck. The building serves as a community gathering place, frequently hosting the Forest Hill Association and the long-running Garden Club. Locals also head here for neighborhood events, including the annual Chamber Music Festival, the Winter Soiree and the Spring Fling Clothing Exchange.
The Forest Hill Clubhouse was build in 1919 as a gathering place for residents.
Forest Hill Clubhouse is an exceptional building by acclaimed architect Bernard Maybeck.
The Forest Hill Clubhouse has a small patio attached for outdoor events.
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Walk to the Muni
Set a few miles from the nearest freeways and walking distance from several public transit options, Laguna Honda locals don't have a hard time getting around. Most use the Forest Hill and West Portal Muni at the south edge of the neighborhood, whisking commuters downtown and throughout the Bay Area. "It's easy to access the financial companies on the north side of town and the tech businesses in the south," Mead says. The San Francisco International Airport is 13 miles south for long-distance travel.
The MUNI departs the tunnel at west portal train station.
Laguna Honda is close to the Glen Park BART Station, which is in turn accessible via MUNI.
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Parks in this Area
Miraloma Playground
Edgehill Mountain Park
Trails
Hiking
West Portal Recreation Center
Picnic Area
Tennis
Playground
Portola Open Space
Multi-Purpose Field
Walking Paths
Mount Davidson Park
Midtown Terrace Playground Picnic Area
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
22 min drive
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Laguna Honda
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Laguna Honda, San Francisco sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Laguna Honda, San Francisco over the last 12 months is $2,369,989, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Fantastic Forest Hill lot for sale. Situated on a road less traveled with stunning views, convenient access to transportation, shopping and restaurants. Renderings from architect, Chan Kam Chu, show a site benefitting contemporary home which capitalizes on the geography and views. The proposed home is a 4 story; 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom floor plan featuring aPrimary Suite/Retreat occupying an
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,400
Median Age
51
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$216,961
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$226,704
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
76.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
22''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
68°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
75/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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