San Francisco Neighborhood
Is Polk Gulch North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe4830
Medium3603
Low3692
Other17742
314 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape83
Child involved197
Assault53
Other40
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, emergency medical services responding to a possible fainting incident near Folsom and Mabini Street. | Folsom St & Mabini St, San Francisco, CA 94103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported commercial building alarm near Mission Street between Julia Street and Eighth Street in San Francisco. | Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a text-to-911 report of a white Nissan Altima driving without headlights near Columbus Avenue and Vallejo Street, reportedly heading toward the pier past Taylor Street with two occupants who may be intoxicated. | Columbus Ave & Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a priority audible alarm, possibly related to a disturbance, near Jefferson Street and a cross street identified as Richard Henry in San Francisco. | Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94109 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched for a possible trauma incident near Powell Street and Embarcadero North. Engine 2, Truck 2, and an ambulance responded on Control 1. | Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of possible smoke on the BART platform at Powell Street in San Francisco, with fire units and medics responding with lights and sirens. | Powell St, 899 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94103 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible smoke condition on the Powell Street transit platform and a separate injury where a woman apparently fell off a Lime scooter near Powell Street. Medics are responding with lights and sirens. | Powell St, San Francisco, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews, including a fire truck and an ambulance unit, were dispatched for a possible trauma-related medical emergency near Powell Street in San Francisco. | Powell St, San Francisco, CA | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are dispatched for a possible trauma medical emergency near Powell Street and Market Street, with a fire truck and an ambulance responding code 3. | Market St & Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a female who fell while riding a lime scooter near Powell Street and Embarcadero North. | Powell St & The Embarcadero N, San Francisco, CA 94133 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$2,199,658
Average Rent
$4,719
Vacancy Rate
9.9%
Overview
Polk Gulch North is a densely urban San Francisco neighborhood with a median home price of $2,199,658, more expensive than 92.9% of California neighborhoods.
The neighborhood is dominated by large apartment buildings, with 82.4% of housing in complexes or high-rises, and 90.2% renter occupancy, one of the highest in the U.S.
Historic HomesHighly WalkableWork From Home
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 47.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Polk Gulch North features mostly large apartment buildings with a very high renter occupancy rate and many historic homes.
| Large Apartment Buildings | 82.4% |
|---|---|
| Renter Occupied Rate | 90.2% |
| Historic Homes (Built ≤1939) | 69.0% |
| Vacancy Rate | 9.9% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied, reflecting a transient or investment-heavy market.
Nearly half of residents work from home, a rate higher than 99.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Families & Lifestyle
Polk Gulch North is home to many urban sophisticates and young professionals, with a large share living alone.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents are educated professionals with refined tastes and cultural interests.
Young, Single Professionals — The neighborhood has a high proportion of people living alone, appealing to singles.
| Work From Home Rate | 47.3% |
|---|---|
| People Living Alone | 54.9% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 73.7% |
|---|---|
| Iranian Ancestry | 1.1% |
| British Ancestry | 2.1% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 25.7% |
Commute
Polk Gulch North offers strong work-from-home options and good transit and bike commuting.
This neighborhood supports a high rate of remote work and active commuting options like biking and bus transit.
Remote Work — Nearly half of residents work from home, a rare and notable feature.
Active Commutes — High rates of biking and bus use reflect a transit-friendly environment.
| Work From Home | 47.3% |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute | 10.7% |
| Bike Commute | 7.3% |
| Drive Alone | 17.8% |
Homes for sale near 94109
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$1,995,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,300 sqft
1200 California St Unit 9C
San Francisco, CA, 94109
$1,895,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,912 sqft
2001 Sacramento St APT 3
San Francisco, CA, 94109
$1,500,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,550 sqft
1835 Franklin St APT 201
San Francisco, CA, 94109
$1,349,000
2 bd | 1 ba | 1,008 sqft
1050 N Point St APT 1102
San Francisco, CA, 94109
$1,995,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,650 sqft
1201 California St Unit 1201
San Francisco, CA, 94109
$2,990,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,622 sqft
1080 Chestnut St APT 11C
San Francisco, CA, 94109
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Polk Gulch North?
The median home price is $2,199,658, more expensive than 92.9% of California neighborhoods.
What types of housing are most common?
Large apartment complexes and high-rises dominate, making up 82.4% of housing.
How common is working from home?
47.3% of residents work from home, higher than 99.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.