Cole Valley / Ashbury Heights, CA Homes for Sale
A charming neighborhood nestled in the heart of San Francisco, California.
A charming neighborhood nestled in the heart of San Francisco, California.
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide
Cole Valley and Ashbury Heights occupy 0.4 square miles in San Francisco's 94117 zip code, where median single-family home prices average $2,350,000 as of 2026. Located directly south of Haight-Ashbury, the enclave features 1,200 historic residences, direct access to the N-Judah Muni line, and top-rated public instruction at Grattan Elementary School.
Metric / Feature | Cole Valley & Ashbury Heights Data |
|---|---|
ZIP Code | 94117 [1] |
Median Single-Family Price | $2,350,000 [2] |
Median Condominium Price | $1,425,000 [3] |
Primary Public School | Grattan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating: 8/10) [4] |
Transit Lines | N-Judah Light Rail, 37 Corbett, 43 Masonic [5] |
Sources: San Francisco Association of Realtors MLS Data; SFUSD School Profiles; SFMTA Transit Schedules.
Architecture & History
Cole Valley centers on the commercial intersection of Cole Street and Carl Street. Developed primarily between 1890 and 1920, the residential stock features preserved Edwardian flats and classic San Francisco Victorians. As the elevation increases south into Ashbury Heights, single-family detached homes occupy larger parcels along winding hillside avenues, yielding views of Golden Gate Park and Marin County.
Unlike adjacent urban hubs, Cole Valley retains a residential village scale. Property ownership remains stable, with average tenure exceeding 11 years across single-family residences.
Key Enclave Pillars
The three-block strip along Cole Street houses essential neighborhood businesses, independent retail, sidewalk dining, and neighborhood services within walking distance of all resident homes.
Rising toward Twin Peaks, Ashbury Heights offers quieter residential streets, custom early 20th-century architectural homes, and elevated vistas overlooking the Bay.
Residents enjoy direct access to Golden Gate Park at Stanyan Street, Buena Vista Park to the east, and Tank Hill trails providing panoramic city views.
The N-Judah light rail line runs directly through the intersection of Carl and Cole, reaching the Financial District in under 22 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cole Valley is located entirely within San Francisco's 94117 zip code. The neighborhood sits directly south of Haight-Ashbury and east of the Inner Sunset.
As of 2026, the median home price for single-family residences in Cole Valley and Ashbury Heights is $2,350,000, while condominium units average $1,425,000 depending on floor plan and private outdoor access.
Cole Valley is served by San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD). Grattan Elementary School, located on Grattan Street, serves as the primary neighborhood elementary school, holding an 8/10 rating.
Commuting to Downtown San Francisco takes under 22 minutes via the N-Judah Muni light rail, which operates directly along Carl Street with multiple streetcar stops.
Ashbury Heights features early 20th-century architectural homes, including restored Edwardian flats, grand Victorian structures, and custom mid-century hillside properties.
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2,277 people live in COLE VALLEY / ASHBURY HEIGHTS, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $125,792. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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COLE VALLEY / ASHBURY HEIGHTS has 1,018 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in COLE VALLEY / ASHBURY HEIGHTS do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,277 people call COLE VALLEY / ASHBURY HEIGHTS home. The population density is 37,382 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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