Cow Hollow
Where Victorian elegance meets Union Street's boutique-lined energy.
Where Victorian elegance meets Union Street's boutique-lined energy.
Welcome to Cow Hollow, one of San Francisco's most storied and sought-after enclaves, tucked between the greenery of the Presidio and the bay breezes of the Marina District. The neighborhood takes its name from its 19th-century roots as a dairy and cattle-grazing hub, when dozens of ranches once dotted the hills between Van Ness Avenue and the Presidio. Today, that pastoral history has given way to tree-lined streets of beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian homes, elegant mansions like the landmark Octagon House, and low-rise condo buildings, all set along quiet, picturesque blocks just steps from the city's energy.
At the heart of it all is Union Street, Cow Hollow's beloved commercial corridor and one of San Francisco's premier shopping and dining destinations. Spend a morning browsing independent boutiques, sip a coffee from a neighborhood roaster, and settle in for dinner at one of the corridor's acclaimed restaurants — the kind of walkable, owner-operated charm that has defined the strip for decades. Add in easy access to Marina Green, the Presidio, and downtown, and it's easy to see why Cow Hollow remains one of the city's most livable, walkable neighborhoods.
Whether you're drawn to a classic Victorian with period details or a modern condo just off Union Street, Cow Hollow offers a rare blend of history, walkability, and upscale San Francisco living. Explore available listings in the neighborhood and let Ilana Minkoff help you find your place in Cow Hollow.
8,797 people live in Cow Hollow, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $165,167. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Cow Hollow has 4,311 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cow Hollow do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,797 people call Cow Hollow home. The population density is 42,820 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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