San Francisco Neighborhood
Is Presidio Heights a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe5067
Medium3816
Low3940
Other18646
315 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape86
Child involved197
Assault52
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
$4,473,313
Average Rent
$3,894
Vacancy Rate
12.5%
Overview
Presidio Heights is a historic and walkable neighborhood in San Francisco with a mix of apartments and single-family homes, many built before 1940.
The community is affluent and highly educated, with a notable vacancy rate and a strong presence of urban sophisticates and executives.
Historic HomesHighly WalkableAffluent CommunityUrban Sophisticates
Quick Facts
| Housing Age (Pre-1940) | 67.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Presidio Heights features a high concentration of historic residences and a mix of housing types with some vacancies.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Majority of homes built before 1940, offering architectural charm.
Vacancy is above average, indicating some unoccupied properties.
Families & Lifestyle
Presidio Heights appeals to urban sophisticates and highly educated executives with refined cultural interests.
The neighborhood’s walkability and historic charm attract residents who value culture and education.
A strong executive presence supports a sophisticated urban lifestyle.
Urban Sophisticates — Educated professionals who enjoy arts, culture, and city living.
Highly Educated Executives — Majority hold bachelor’s degrees and work in executive roles.
| Urban Sophisticates | More than 99.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| College Educated Adults | 80.8% |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 80.8% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Manager, Professional Share | 73.8% |
| Wealth Rank | Top 3.5% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 22.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English (78.0%)","Chinese","Japanese (2.7%)","Spanish","Korean"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (19.5%)","German (16.7%)","Irish (11.3%)","Italian (8.6%)","English (7.9%)","Ukrainian (3.0%)","Iranian (1.6%)"] |
Commute
Presidio Heights residents have varied commute modes with a moderate commute time.
Presidio Heights offers diverse transit options and a strong bus ridership.
Public Transit — Bus ridership is higher than 98.5% of neighborhoods, supporting sustainable travel.
Active Commuting — Bicycle commuting is common, exceeding most U.S. neighborhoods.
Moderate Commute Times — Most residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes (37.1%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 32.4% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 18.5% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 3.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Presidio Heights?
The median home price is $4,473,313, more expensive than 99.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How historic is the housing stock?
67.3% of homes were built before 1940, older than 98.2% of neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 12.5%, higher than 72.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.