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Is San Francisco, CA (Buena Vista) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1432

Medium1354

Low1516

Other5930

172 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape37

Child involved128

Assault28

Other13

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 530 was assigned a code 2 response to Bernal Heights for a medical issue. Patient complaint details are not provided.	Bernal Heights, San Francisco, CA	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported near the intersection of Thomas and Thornton Avenue for abdominal pain. Emergency medical services unit AMR 118 responded with priority three.	Thornton Ave, San Francisco, CA	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving abdominal pain was reported near Thornton Avenue in San Francisco. Emergency units responded to the location between Thomas Avenue and Thornton Avenue with a code 2 response.	Thornton Ave, San Francisco, CA	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, law enforcement broadcast a be-on-the-lookout for a missing at-risk juvenile who left a residence on foot in Pacifica and did not return. The juvenile reportedly has mental health concerns and prior suicidal statements. A cell phone associated with the juvenile last pinged near Junipero Serra Boulevard in Daly City. Units were asked to stop and conduct a welfare check if the juvenile is found.	Junipero Serra Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Hensley Avenue and Sylvan Avenue in San Bruno. Medic 53 was dispatched but later told to cancel the call.	Hensley Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a family disturbance near Carroll Street where a verbal argument between siblings apparently escalated. A brother is said to have hit a window, breaking his wrist and bleeding, and medics were sent to the scene.	24th St, San Francisco, CA	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a possible non injury traffic incident involving a vehicle near the (number withheld) block of Hensley Avenue in San Bruno.	Hensley Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving trauma with a broken wrist was reported near Tennessee Street between 23rd and 24th.	Tennessee St, San Francisco, CA 94107	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, street Crisis Team 6 dispatched code 3 to a reported brush/bush fire near a children's playground, with a possible tent in the area. Reporting party declined to meet responders.	Folsom St & 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, street Crisis Team 6 dispatched to a possible medical emergency near 24th Street and Lucky Avenue in San Francisco. The underlying complaint is unclear from the audio.	24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$2,052,719

Average Rent

$3,742

Vacancy Rate

15.8%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Buena Vista is a densely urban neighborhood in San Francisco known for its historic buildings and walkable streets. It features a mix of small to medium apartment complexes and a high population density.

The neighborhood is wealthier than 99.3% of U.S. neighborhoods, with a strong presence of executives and professionals, and a high rate of college-educated adults.

Densely UrbanHistoric HousingWealthy CommunityWalkable

Quick Facts

Same-Sex Households	8.6% of households

Housing market and real estate character

Buena Vista's housing is dominated by small to medium apartment buildings, many historic, with a notable vacancy rate.

Vacancy Rate	15.8%
Small 2-4 Unit Buildings	34.1% of real estate
Historic Homes (built before 1940)	Majority of residences
Owner Occupied Rate

What buyers will notice right away

Many homes date back to before 1940, offering unique architectural character.

Vacancy is higher than most U.S. neighborhoods, which may affect availability and neighborhood dynamics.

Families & Lifestyle

Buena Vista features a unique community with a high proportion of same-sex couples and urban sophisticates.

Cultural Engagement — Residents enjoy arts, theater, and boutique shopping, reflecting refined tastes and cultural inclinations.

Same-Sex Couple Households	8.6%
Urban Sophisticates	More than 99.1% of U.S. neighborhoods

Demographics

College Educated Adults	85.8%
Executives & Professionals	80.7% of workforce
Child Poverty Rate	14.9%
Foreign Born Residents	18.2%
Russian Speakers	0.9%
Eastern European Ancestry	2.1%
Canadian Ancestry	1.2%