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Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Guide San Francisco, CA
About
Golden Gate Heights is a quiet and scenic residential neighborhood located in the southwestern part of San Francisco, California. It's known for its beautiful mosaic stairways, hilly terrain, and panoramic views of the city and ocean. The neighborhood is surrounded by major streets including 19th Avenue to the east and Quintara Street to the south. Nearby attractions include the Golden Gate Park and the Sunset District.
What You Will Love about Golden Gate Heights, San Francisco, California
- The neighborhood is renowned for its iconic mosaic stairs, including the 16th Avenue Tiled Steps and the Hidden Garden Steps, both offering incredible views of the city.
- Due to its hilly nature, many homes in Golden Gate Heights have stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, downtown San Francisco, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
- The neighborhood embodies a peaceful, suburban feel while still being conveniently close to city amenities.
What’s Nearby
Golden Gate Heights is adjacent to the lively Sunset District, known for its variety of dining and shopping options. The neighborhood is also a stone's throw away from the Golden Gate Park, which houses the California Academy of Sciences, the De Young Museum, and the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Other nearby attractions include Ocean Beach and the San Francisco Zoo.
Lifestyle
Life in Golden Gate Heights combines the tranquility of suburban living with the convenience of city amenities. The neighborhood promotes an active, outdoorsy lifestyle with its several parks, hiking trails, and breathtaking views. Its close proximity to the Sunset District and other areas provides residents with a wealth of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 451 restaurants, 70 grocery stores, and 89 parks within a mile of the Golden Gate Heights neighborhood.
Asian American Food Co.Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
1426 Noriega St
- Lincoln Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2101 21st Ave
- Safeway
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
730 Taraval St
- Parkside Farmer's Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
555 Taraval St
- Roxie Market & Deli
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
500 Kirkham St
- Royal Food Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
401 Judah St
- Nineteenth Avenue Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.3 miles
1800 19th Ave
- Asian American Food Co.
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
1426 Noriega St
- Lincoln Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2101 21st Ave
- San Francisco Wine Trading Company
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.6 miles
250 Taraval St
- Safeway
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
730 Taraval St
- Parkside Farmer's Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
555 Taraval St
Sunset RestaurantDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant, American Restaurant, New American Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1243 Noriega St
- Wasabi Sushi
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1243 Noriega St
- Twisted Donuts and Coffee
Dining and Drinking, Bagel Shop, Bakery, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop
•0.4 miles
1241 Noriega St
- Noriega Cafe
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Chinese Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1245 Noriega St
- Lanna Thai Restaurant
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Thai Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1245 Noriega St
- Sohomei
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Chinese Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1240 Noriega St
Moxie MuttsBusiness and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.4 miles
2348 9th Ave
- Kip's Walkies and Pet Care Services
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.5 miles
17TH Ave
- Greenhouse Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.5 miles
1516 Noriega St
- Happy Tails
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.6 miles
425 Warren Dr
- Good Dog! Playcare
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.6 miles
12TH Ave
- Kelly-Moore Paints
Retail, Hardware Store
•0.6 miles
445 Taraval St
Golden Gate Heights ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•0.1 miles
12TH Ave
- Rocky Outcrop Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.2 miles
Ortega St
- The 16th Avenue Tiled Steps Project
Landmarks and Outdoors, Historic and Protected Site, Travel and Transportation
•0.3 miles
Moraga St
- J.P. Murphy Playground
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.3 miles
1960 9th Ave
- Golden Gate Heights Mosaic Stairway
Landmarks and Outdoors, Scenic Lookout
•0.3 miles
Moraga St
- Hawk Hill Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
400 San Marcos Ave
The Dog HouseArts and Entertainment, Amusement Park, Circus, Community and Government, Organization, Club House
•0.3 miles
Golden Gate Heights
OneUpArts and Entertainment, Pool Hall, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1232 Noriega St
- California Poets in the Schools
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•0.4 miles
2131 19th Ave
- Kid Stock
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Theater
•0.5 miles
1539 Funston Ave
- We Players
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•0.6 miles
1462 14th Ave
- San Francisco Aquarium Society
Arts and Entertainment, Aquarium, Community and Government, Organization, Non-Profit Organization, Social Club
•0.6 miles
321 Taraval St
Kimberly's Little Foot DaycareBusiness and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•0.1 miles
Pacheco St
- Acorn Nursery School
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.2 miles
709 Pacheco St
- Kelly McConihe Massage
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.2 miles
15TH Ave
- Kids' Dreams Childcare
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.3 miles
2142 14th Ave
- Chevron
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
1890 19th Ave
- Speedway
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
2000 19th Ave
Star Dance StudioSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.4 miles
300 Moraga St
Cherng Loong Lion Dance TroupeSports and Recreation, Martial Arts Dojo
•0.5 miles
1524 Funston Ave
- Kepler and Trowbridge Golf
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail, Golf Store
•0.5 miles
1580 Noriega St
- Champsforce Martial Arts
Sports and Recreation, Martial Arts Dojo
•0.5 miles
1580 Noriega St
- Sunset Jiu Jitsu
Sports and Recreation, Martial Arts Dojo
•0.6 miles
1580 Noriega St
- Whelan Academy of Irish Dance
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.6 miles
1612 Noriega St
San Franciso Croquet ClubDining and Drinking, Bar
•0.4 miles
2200 15th Ave
- Ii-Cha Soju Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Korean Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1222 Noriega St
- OneUp
Arts and Entertainment, Pool Hall, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1232 Noriega St
- Tiki Haven
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar, Tiki Bar, Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1334 Noriega St
- Avenue Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Lounge, Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1334 Noriega St
- Voiz Karaoke
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Karaoke Bar
•0.6 miles
445 Taraval St
- Acorn Nursery School
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.2 miles
709 Pacheco St
- Kids' Dreams Childcare
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.3 miles
2142 14th Ave
- Early Bird School
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.3 miles
2139 12th Ave
- Happy Times Nursery School
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.4 miles
1090 Quintara St
- Magic Cottage Preschool
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.4 miles
1662 11th Ave
- Alena's Magical School
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.5 miles
2267 16th Ave
Nineteenth Avenue Healthcare CenterHealth and Medicine, Hospital
•0.3 miles
2043 19th Ave
- San Francisco Fire Department Station 40
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.4 miles
2155 18th Ave
- Lawton Healthcare Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.6 miles
1575 7th Ave
- Taraval Police Station
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.8 miles
2345 24th Ave
- Laguna Honda Hospital & Rehabilitation Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.8 miles
375 Laguna Honda Blvd
- San Francisco Fire Department - Station 22
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.8 miles
1290 16th Ave
Golden Gate Heights Apartments and Rentals
34 Rental properties in Golden Gate Heights, San Francisco, CA.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 24.4% | 182.1% |
| utilities | 17.4% | 47.5% |
| food | 6.8% | 22.5% |
| transportation | 6% | 40.2% |
| healthcare | 16.1% | 25% |
Golden Gate Heights Demographics
Golden Gate Heights Reviews
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 8 of 8 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 7 of 8 renters
Busy Streets
No
Say 6 of 8 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 6 of 8 renters
Nearby Parks
Yes
Say 6 of 8 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 6 of 8 renters
Golden Gate Heights Transportation
Very Walkable
Bikeable
Excellent Transit
MUNI Bus Stop - 19th & Lawton
Bus Stop
19TH Ave
9th Avenue and Kirkham Muni stop
Bus Stop
1501 9th Ave
N Station
Other
1447 9th Ave
Source: foursquare.com
MUNI Bus Stop - 19th & Lawton
Bus Stop
19TH Ave
9th Avenue and Kirkham Muni stop
Bus Stop
1501 9th Ave
MUNI Bus Stop - 19th & Vicente
Bus Stop
19TH Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Forest Hill MUNI Metro Station
Train Stop
380 Laguna Honda Blvd
MUNI Metro Stop - Taraval & 19th
Train Stop
Taraval St
West Portal MUNI Metro Station
Train Stop
852 Ulloa St
Source: foursquare.com
N Station
Other
1447 9th Ave
Muni 66
Other
1410 9th Ave
Muni 66 Quintara Inbound/Outbound
Other
1410 9th Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Golden Gate Heights Schools
- 7/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- 9/10
Alice Fong Yu Elementary School
Grades K-8 • Public
- 7/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- NRNo Rating
- NRNo Rating
Russian-American International School
Grades K-8 • Private