Explore Hayes Valley, CA Homes and Neighborhood Guide
A bustling thoroughfare lined with trendy shops, upscale eateries, and stylish cafes.
A bustling thoroughfare lined with trendy shops, upscale eateries, and stylish cafes.
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide
Hayes Valley in San Francisco 94102 holds a median condo price of $1.25M and single-family home price of $2.45M, centered along Hayes Street commercial corridor with Patricia's Green, SF Symphony and SFJAZZ Center access, and Muni transit connectivity.
Compare active luxury condo listings, modern infill developments, and Victorian home valuations across SF 94102.
Data Summary
Metric / Landmark | Details / Location | Neighborhood Significance |
|---|---|---|
Primary Zip Code | 94102 | Central SF District 6 location adjacent to Civic Center & SoMa |
Median Home Sale Price | $1,250,000 (Condo) / $2,450,000 (Single-Family) | Strong buyer demand for modern infill condos & historic properties |
Primary Commercial Corridor | Hayes Street (Laguna St to Franklin St) | Boutique retail, independent dining, and outdoor cafe seating |
Primary Transit Access | Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) & 21-Hayes Bus Route | Direct access to Civic Center BART/Muni Station (~10 min walk) |
Bounded by Fulton Street to the north, Market Street to the south, Webster Street to the west, and Franklin Street to the east, Hayes Valley blends 19th-century Victorian and Edwardian structures with award-winning contemporary infill architecture. Following the removal of the Central Freeway in the late 1990s, the neighborhood underwent a dramatic revitalization, giving rise to mid-rise luxury condominium buildings along Octavia Boulevard and Linden Street.
Hayes Valley serves as San Francisco's premier Performing Arts Corridor. Located immediately east of Franklin Street are world-class cultural institutions, including Davies Symphony Hall, the War Memorial Opera House, SFJAZZ Center, and the Herbst Theatre. This proximity to arts venues drives sustained housing demand among urban professionals, performing arts enthusiasts, and downsizing buyers seeking walkable city living.
Transportation in Hayes Valley offers exceptional multimodal accessibility. The 21-Hayes bus runs directly through the commercial district, while the Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor along Van Ness Avenue offers dedicated express bus lanes. The Civic Center BART/Muni station sits approximately 0.5 miles to the east, facilitating rapid commutes to Downtown Financial District, SoMa, and East Bay destinations.
Dedicated bike corridors along Market Street and Fell Street connect cyclists safely west toward Golden Gate Park and east to the Ferry Building, supporting high transit and bike scores under SFMTA municipal planning.
For property owners considering selling a condominium or single-family residence in 94102, evaluating San Francisco's tiered transfer tax schedules and real property assessment rules is a necessary financial step before listing.
[1] Source: San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Active Transportation & Bike Network Maps.
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Common Questions
Hayes Valley is primarily located within zip code 94102 in central San Francisco. It sits directly west of Civic Center and is bounded by Western Addition to the north and SoMa to the southeast.
The median condominium price in Hayes Valley is approximately $1,250,000, while single-family residences average around $2,450,000. Price per square foot varies based on building age, architectural finish, outdoor space, and proximity to Hayes Street.
Hayes Valley borders San Francisco's Performing Arts Center along Van Ness Avenue and Franklin Street. Key venues include Davies Symphony Hall, War Memorial Opera House, SFJAZZ Center, and the Herbst Theatre, all within short walking distance.
Residents utilize the 21-Hayes bus line and the Van Ness BRT bus rapid transit line. Additionally, Civic Center BART and Muni Metro station is located approximately 0.5 miles east, offering rapid rail transit across the city and Bay Area.
Patricia's Green is located at the intersection of Octavia Street and Hayes Street. It features public lawn areas, open-air seating, food kiosks, and rotating large-scale public art sculptures selected in partnership with local arts organizations.
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17,848 people live in HAYES VALLEY, where the median age is 37 and the average individual income is $105,509. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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