Buying in Cow Hollow in 2025

Quick Answer

Cow Hollow pairs boutique Union Street retail with faster sale cycles than many condo-heavy pockets. The median sale price is about ~$3.5M with ~17 days on market—A-tier listings move quickly, especially renovated homes with parking and strong natural light. Early disclosure review + local underwrite + flexible rent-back often wins. Redfin

Key Facts (2025 at a glance)

• Price norms: Condos $1.2M–$2.3M+; SFHs/duets $3M–$7M+ depending on garage, lot, and finish. (Neighborhood median ~$3.5M; ZHVI indicates average values above $2.6M across stock.) Redfin+1
• Timing: ~17 DOM; be prepared to act within days when disclosures are posted. Redfin
• What wins: Local lender + clean contingency set + flexible possession (rent-back if needed). (Citywide pace has quickened this fall.) San Francisco Chronicle

Buyer Q&A

Where’s the competition right now?

Turnkey homes near Union/Fillmore with garage and good light. Early tours + proof package + tight offer fuse can avoid a crowd. (Median ~$3.5M; YoY strength noted.) Redfin

How should I think about budget bands?

Condos $1.2M–$2.3M+ with elevator/parking/HOA strength driving spreads; SFHs $3M–$7M+ with premiums for garage, flat blocks, and renovated kitchens/baths. We’ll compare adjacent Pacific Heights/Marina to confirm value vs. view premium. Redfin+1

What slows deals down?

Appraisal gaps on high-finish remodels, HOA reserve studies, and seismic/garage practicality. We pre-schedule vendors, model appraisal-gap coverage, and right-size contingencies to keep momentum.

Street cues (premium vs value)

Premium: Pierce, Scott, Greenwich near Union Street (walkable yet calm).
Value: Slightly busier through-streets with similar access; check evening noise and slope.

Should I wait for spring or buy now?

With SF’s recent speed-up, well-prepared buyers who act early are winning across seasons. The better lever is being first through the door with a complete proof package. San Francisco Chronicle

Next Steps

• 15-minute plan (micro-pockets + comps)
• Local underwrite (fully approved, not pre-qual)
• Disclosures early + inspection vendor holds

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Cross-links

Full guide: Cow Hollow — Area Guide • Nearby: Pacific Heights • Marina District