Excelsior

San Francisco, CA

Excelsior - San Francisco, CA

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

4.1 (18 Reviews)

Enjoy city convenience without the commotion

Urban • Suburban • Vibrant • Diverse • Welcoming • Laidback • Artistic •

Perched on a hill overlooking Downtown San Francisco, Excelsior is regarded as an unpretentious enclave with a laidback atmosphere. Excelsior residents enjoy close proximity to the city as well as a reprieve from the hustle and bustle associated with city living.

A bevy of down-to-earth diners, corner stores, and multicultural markets are adorned with vibrant murals in Excelsior. Residents come together for a wide variety of exciting events in Excelsior, such as Jerry Day, the Excelsior Festival, the Excelsior District Annual Car Show, street fairs, and more.

Numerous popular parks near Excelsior provide plenty of opportunities for the community to come together as well, including John McLaren Park, Bernal Heights Park, Glen Canyon Park, and the renowned Twin Peaks.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Excelsior is $757 for a studio, $1,003 for one bedroom, and $1,145 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Excelsior has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

Studio
500 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$757/month

Average Rent

1 BR
325 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,003/month

Average Rent

2 BR
0 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,145/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of Excelsior - San Francisco, CA

Niche Reviews

4.1 18 Reviews

Current Resident

4 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

There is so much culture and diversity in the Excelsior District! This means an array of restaurants to dine at as well as a bunch of different people to meet. It is also very easy to commute!

Current Resident

6 years and 1 months ago•Niche Review

Many people of underrepresented backgrounds can be found here, with the neighborhood being low-income in San Francisco. It's pretty dangerous, but the buses and schools all tie it together. Living here my whole life, I just wish more people were here.

Current Resident

6 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review

Very diverse community with many long-time residents, things to do, various food options, family friendly

Current Resident

7 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

The Excelsior neighborhood is a quieter neighborhood than many other SF neighborhoods. The amount of families living there creates a very safe and friendly area. Easily accessible to public transportation, linking Downtown SF in only 15min.

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