San Francisco Neighborhood
Is Visitacion Valley a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in San Francisco, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe4214
Medium3317
Low3477
Other16576
366 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape94
Child involved244
Assault58
Other38
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 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, 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, emergency medical crews, including a fire truck and an ambulance, were dispatched to the area of Powell Street and Market Street in San Francisco for a reported code 3 trauma. | Market St & Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are responding to a reported building alarm box activation near Mission Street across from Julian Avenue in San Francisco. | Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report a possible at risk missing juvenile in San Francisco. The youth is described as a 17-year-old male last seen wearing a black New York hoodie and black Adidas pants, with no associated vehicle and a phone that is turned off. | San Francisco, CA | Missing Person |
| 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 |
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Median Home Price
$1,055,624
Average Rent
$4,271
Vacancy Rate
4%
Overview
Visitacion Valley is a densely urban neighborhood in San Francisco with a median home price of $1,055,624, higher than 62.9% of California neighborhoods.
The area is known for its high population density and a large share of row houses and attached homes, with many residences built between 1940 and 1969.
Dense UrbanHigh Transit UseDiverse Languages
Quick Facts
| Bus Commute Share | 15.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Visitacion Valley's housing stock is primarily medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, with a notable share of row houses and attached homes.
| Owner Occupied | Majority |
|---|---|
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 38.4% |
| Vacancy Rate | 4.0% |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built between 1940 and 1969, reflecting a well-established community.
Low vacancy rate suggests strong demand for housing.
Families & Lifestyle
Visitacion Valley hosts a diverse community with a mix of family types and a strong presence of executive and professional workers.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work across executive, clerical, sales, service, and manufacturing sectors.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 32.7% |
|---|---|
| Children Below Poverty Line | 6.0% |
Demographics
| Upper-Middle Income | Higher income than 83.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 32.7% |
| Asian Ancestry | 49.9% |
| Russian Ancestry | 14.0% |
| Foreign Born | 52.7% |
| Chinese Language Spoken at Home | 35.2% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute under 30 minutes, with a high share using bus transit.
Visitacion Valley offers strong transit options with a majority driving alone but significant bus ridership.
Transit Friendly — Bus ridership is higher than nearly all U.S. neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone | 51.7% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 18.7% |
| Bus Commute | 15.9% |
| Most Common Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 94134
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Visitacion Valley?
The median home price is $1,055,624.
How dense is Visitacion Valley?
It is more densely populated than 96.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
Chinese is spoken by 35.2% of households, along with English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.