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The Castro blends iconic LGBTQ+ history, sunny microclimates, and village-style convenience at the heart of San Francisco. Classic Victorians and Edwardians sit beside renovated single-family homes and condos—many with garages, decks, and bonus rooms—on flat, walkable blocks around Castro and 18th Streets. Daily life is lively and practical: third-wave coffee, bakeries, markets, wine bars, and destination dining, plus theaters, murals, and year-round community events. Green space is close at Dolores Park, Kite Hill, Corona Heights, and Duboce Park for skyline views, dog runs, and sunset picnics. Adjacent Mission Dolores, Duboce Triangle, and Noe Valley add boutiques and weekend patios within minutes.

Getting around is effortless and car-light: Castro Muni Metro (K/L/M/T) sits at the center, the F-line historic streetcar runs Market Street, multiple bus routes crisscross the neighborhood, and protected bike links connect the Wiggle to the Embarcadero; quick access to US-101 and I-280 streamlines Peninsula and East Bay trips. Residents value the sunny weather, welcoming community, and a lively-yet-livable pace from morning espresso to evening strolls. Housing spans full-floor flats and TICs with period details to modern elevator buildings and polished single-family homes—appealing to buyers seeking charm, light, and a walkable main street. For those who want culture at the doorstep with true city connectivity, the Castro delivers relaxed, everyday San Francisco living with parks, transit, and essentials right at hand.

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Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academic Elementary School 415-241-6276 Public KG-5
Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academic Elementary School 415-241-6276 Public KG-5
Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academic Elementary School 415-241-6276 Public KG-5

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