San Francisco Neighborhood
Is Visitacion Valley Southwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe4221
Medium3318
Low3480
Other16591
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
$981,016
Average Rent
$2,295
Vacancy Rate
1.1%
Overview
Visitacion Valley Southwest is a densely urban neighborhood in San Francisco with a median home price of $981,016, higher than 58.2% of California neighborhoods.
It has a very high population density and a strong Asian presence, with 67.6% of residents identifying as Asian and 42.3% speaking Chinese at home.
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Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 1.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Visitacion Valley Southwest's housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 29.7% |
|---|---|
| Homes Built 1940-1969 | Many |
| Homes Built Before 1940 | Some |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is very low, indicating strong demand and limited availability.
High density and significant row house presence create a unique neighborhood feel.
Families & Lifestyle
Visitacion Valley Southwest has a diverse occupational mix and a notable presence of same-sex couples.
Diverse Community — Strong Asian cultural presence with 42.3% speaking Chinese at home.
Income & Poverty — Middle-income neighborhood with 19.2% childhood poverty rate.
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 98.3% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 29.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Middle income |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 19.2% |
| Asian Ancestry | 67.6% |
| Chinese Language Speakers | 42.3% |
| Foreign Born | 47.7% |
Commute
Commute times are average to slightly above average, with many residents driving alone or using the bus.
Visitacion Valley Southwest offers average commute times with a high bus ridership.
Average Commutes — 32.8% of commuters spend 30-45 minutes traveling to work.
High Bus Use — Bus ridership is higher than 98.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Typical Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.1% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 20.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 14.0% |
Homes for sale near 94134
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Visitacion Valley Southwest?
The median home price is $981,016.
What languages are commonly spoken?
Chinese is spoken by 42.3% of households, along with English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Tagalog.
How dense is the neighborhood?
It is more densely populated than 96.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.