Bernal Heights
Homes for Sale

Once a San Francisco skunkworks flying pirate flags filled with humble Victorian cottages owned by ladies who loved ladies and looked forward to long dog walks. Then it gentrified. Silicon Valley stock options splurged on homes here. Dwell magazine arrived next to document the results. While it might be one Bernal, the neighborhood has several distinct geographic vibes and styles. It’s not complicated, perhaps recently algorithmically optimized?

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    Precita Park

    Bernal Heights Seen From Twin Peaks

    Southern View From Bernal Heights Park

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    Bernal Heights Neighborhood Vibe

    Quirky homes, great weather, and a historically relaxed vibe create a beloved location that inspires the fierce defense and praise of neighborhood residents. Block parties and friendly neighbors are the norm in this neighborhood.

     

    Popular Bernal Heights Home Styles

    Primarily single family homes, with condos in older wood-frame buildings belonging to smaller (typically 2 – 4 home) associations. When originally built the neighborhood wasn’t an affluent area, and many homes began as one- or two-room shacks that were expanded as necessity demanded and money permitted. Get ready for some quirky and “very Bernal” floor plan layouts.

     

    Getting Around in Bernal Heights

    Public transit to, from, and through Bernal is primarily via Muni buses, although residents on the Northwest corner of the hill are within walking distance of the 24th Street BART station and those on the southwest side can walk several blocks to the Glen Park BART station. Commuters to Silicon Valley love the neighborhood for its convenient access to the I-280 freeway.

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    Our Current Selection of Bernal Heights Homes for Sale

    Single Family Home
    $3,249,000 | 4, 4, 2
    MLS# 424013861
    Impeccably renovated Victorian home in sought-after Bernal Height's North Slope. Designed to entertain. Originally built in 1902, it was extensively remodeled in 2014-2015, with recent updates in 2023. Features legal junior one-bedroom apartment. Main house boasts 3 bds, 3 bas,...
    Single Family Home
    $1,595,000 | 3, 2, 1
    MLS# 424014046
    Grand Victorian-style home w/elegant period details, stylish lighting & beautifully refinished softwood floors. Ideally situated near Cortland, Mission St. & Church St eateries, shopping, park, public trans & corp shuttles within 1-2 blocks - 96 Walk Score! Soaring ceilings, tall...
    New Multi-Unit
    5 or More Unit
    $1,600,000 | 0, 0, 0
    MLS# 424002225
    Calling all contractors and builders. Great rare development opportunity in a desirable location. Currently a vacant single story retail building. Fully entitlement by Planning and DBI for a 4-story mixed use building with 4 residential units and one ground floor...
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    Recently Sold Listings in Bernal Heights

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    Condominium
    $649,000 | 2, 1, 1
    MLS# 424004529
    68 Patton in Bernal Heights is a move-in ready condominium that ticks all boxes. This bright two-bedroom and one-bath condo has its own private entrance off the street, one parking space, and an exclusive use of its front patio. Boutique...
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    Duplex
    $1,800,000 | 4, 0, 3
    MLS# 424002632
    The airy, fresh, Victorian flats of The Dandelion House, are partner perfect or useful as a magical, creative family compound. With lush private terraces on each level, the soaring ceilings, sophisticated design and glorious natural light set the tone for...
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    Single Family Home
    $2,625,000 | 4, 3, 1
    MLS# 424002530
    Architect-rebuilt 4bd/3ba craftsman-style gem nestled in coveted Bernal Heights. Panoramic bay views from private deck, indoor/outdoor living via foldable doors to tree-surrounded balcony. Spacious open living, bay windows & skylights with adjustable shades. Unite with neighbors in open living/dining by...
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    More About Bernal Heights

    Bernal Heights has a reputation for quirky homes, but to many residents, it is a beloved location that inspires their fierce defense and praise.

     

    Bernal Heights was sparsely populated until the great quake of 1906. Buildings on the hill escaped the quake relatively unscathed, and it suddenly became a rather popular destination for families and residents seeking some assurance of safety after they watched their city burn to the ground.

     

    It was not a particularly affluent district, and many of the houses started as one- or two-room shacks, with additional rooms being added as necessity demanded and money permitted, which leads to the quirky and “very Bernal” homes that exist today in the ‘hood.

     

    Shopping and dining are centered around Cortland Avenue, with homes within a short walking distance of this area being a highly desired item. Cortland is filled with organic food shops, a variety of ethnic restaurants, and lots of funky little shops owned and run by neighborhood residents.

     

    Public transit in the area is primarily via Muni buses, although residents on the northwest corner of the hill are within walking distance of the 24th street BART station and those on the west side can walk several blocks to the Glen Park BART station. Commuters to Silicon Valley love the neighborhood for its convenient access to the I-280 freeway.

     

    Homes on the west side of Bernal Heights will often have great views of Twin Peaks, while homes on the east side are known for having views of the San Francisco Bay (although homes on the east side can also get a heavy amount of freeway noise from the 101).

     

    There are numerous parks in the neighborhood, and even some hidden slides, with Precita Park on the north slope being one of the neighborhood favorites. The area also has a reputation for being a very dog-friendly area, so if you are looking for a pooch-centered community, this might be your perfect neighborhood.

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