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Potrero Hill

Potrero Hill blends big-sky views, sunshine, and village-style convenience on San Francisco’s central east side. Classic Victorians and Edwardians mix with modern condos and airy lofts, many perched on slopes with panoramic downtown and bay vistas. Daily life orbits the 18th Street corridor—cafés, bakeries, markets, and destination dining—plus nearby Dogpatch’s restaurants, breweries, and maker spaces. Outdoor time is easy at McKinley Square, Jackson Playground, and Starr King Open Space, with flat routes to the waterfront and Mission Bay for a run, pickleball, or a UCSF errand.

Commuting is straightforward: quick access to I-280 and US-101, Caltrain at 22nd Street for Peninsula trips, and Muni lines (including T Third nearby) toward downtown and Chase Center. Residents prize the sunnier microclimate, quieter residential blocks, and a tight-knit community of long-time owners, creatives, and founders. For buyers seeking light, views, and a central address without the bustle of downtown, Potrero Hill delivers relaxed, design-forward living with parks, dining, and tech-hub connectivity all within easy reach.

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Schools In The Area

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The New School of San Francisco 415-401-8489 Public KG-6
Daniel Webster Elementary School 415-695-5787 Public KG-5
Live Oak School 415-861-8840 Private KG-8
Downtown High School 415-695-5860 Public 9-12
The New School of San Francisco 415-401-8489 Public KG-6
Daniel Webster Elementary School 415-695-5787 Public KG-5
Starr King Elementary School 415-695-5797 Public PK-5
Live Oak School 415-861-8840 Private KG-8
The New School of San Francisco 415-401-8489 Public KG-6
Daniel Webster Elementary School 415-695-5787 Public KG-5
Starr King Elementary School 415-695-5797 Public PK-5
Live Oak School 415-861-8840 Private KG-8
Live Oak School 415-861-8840 Private KG-8
Downtown High School 415-695-5860 Public 9-12
San Francisco International High School 415-695-5781 Public 9-12

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