Welcome to
Hayes Valley
Considered one of the most burgeoning areas in San Francisco, Hayes Valley’s rapid ascent as one of the Bay Area’s hippest neighborhoods can be attributed to the vast array of high-end boutiques, restaurants, and bars that populate the city plaza. After years of embryonic growth, this once-forgotten neighborhood is now grabbing its share of the spotlight. Hayes Valley has a rich history dating back to the native Ohlone tribe, who lived in the area part of the year, gathering food in the Mission Creek area. After the 1849 Gold Rush, Italian immigrants developed produce farms on the sandy soil of the neighborhood and the area was built out in the 19th century with grand Victorian residences and smaller houses for craftspeople. Hayes Valley south of McAllister Street was a multi-ethnic neighborhood and after World War II became an African-American Jazz centered entertainment hub. After the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, the Central Freeway was demolished, which led to the revitalization of the neighborhood.
Lively, trendy, innovative, hip
Things We Love Most
At A Glance
THE NEIGHBORS
Home to many artists, creatives and small business owners who contribute to the unique character of the area.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A lively neighborhood full of innovative shops, curated boutiques and trendy eateries. Hayes Valley is perfectly aligned for urban living.
THE LIFESTYLE
The compact and walkable neighborhood makes for easy urban living.
UNEXPECTED APPEAL
The dynamic arts scene and overall thriving vibe of the neighborhood.
NEIGHBORHOOD AESTHETIC
Modern new housing and refurbished Victorian flats.
YOU’LL FALL IN LOVE WITH
Being part of the city’s most dynamically changing neighborhood.
Located In Hayes Valley
Nearby Neighborhoods
Civic Center, Dubose Triangle, Alamo Square, Lower Haight, The Fillmore, The Mission
East to West Boundaries
Webster St. to the east, Franklin St. to the west
North to South Boundaries
Golden Gate St. to the north, Market St. to the south
Commute Times
- Financial District via auto: 18 minutes
- Financial District via transit: 20 minutes
- South San Francisco via auto: 25 minutes
- Silicon Valley via auto: 65 minutes
AROUND THE BLOCK
Since the neighborhood’s complete makeover in 1989, Hayes Valley has become a boomtown, defined by brilliant new shops, exciting eateries, and nightspots. Add a wealth of new condominium communities into the mix and Hayes Valley has become one of the Bay Area’s hottest locales.
WHAT TO EXPECT
With its restored Victorian buildings, central green space, innovative shops and casual eateries, Hayes Valley is perfectly aligned for urban living. Hip boutiques, independent bookstores, and pop-up art galleries make Hayes Valley an object of envy to non-residents.
THE LIFESTYLE
Living in Hayes Valley today means having everything you need easily within reach. It is thriving and full of activity, with more coming every day, thanks to its other attraction: ease in reaching downtown and SOMA. Residents of Hayes Valley make the most of their compact living spaces and maximize their proximity to almost everything.
UNEXPECTED APPEAL
Dynamic streets, sidewalk cafes, and a lively artistic scene serve as a symbol for the ambitious and thriving vibe the neighborhood has adopted since its post-earthquake rebirth.
NEIGHBORHOOD AESTHETIC
Hayes Valley can be described as a mix of contemporary and classic elements, with a focus on design, art, and culture. The neighborhood is known for its beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian buildings, which are often painted in bright, eye-catching colors.
YOU’LL FALL IN LOVE WITH
You’ll love lunch in the park, afternoon beers at the Biergarten, and marveling at Hayes Street’s seemingly endless well of unique shops. Locals enjoy the rush of finding everything they need sitting right outside their front door.
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