Hunters Point

San Francisco, CA

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Hunters Point - San Francisco, CA

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Located about five miles southeast of downtown San Francisco, Hunters Point showcases the history, culture, and art of the city. The neighborhood contains several buildings considered historic by the California Registry, including the Bayview Opera House and the Quinn House. Over 250 artists gather at the Hunters Point Shipyard Artists community, which opens for public viewings three times every year. You can find modern apartments all over Hunters Point, with many providing excellent views of the water. If you really want an unparalleled view of the bay, check out Heron's Head Park, a relaxing place for a walk on a sunny day.

Home to the renowned Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, outdoor enthusiasts revel in its lush green spaces, hiking trails, and picnicking spots. Residents of Hunters Point can reach a variety of nearby businesses, shops, and employers like Genentech, area universities, and numerous hospitals. As for the cost of living, Hunters Point is more affordable than other San Francisco neighborhoods, making it easier to find budget-friendly rentals.

Transportation

62

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

59

Good Transit

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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

59

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Heron's Head Park
  • Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
  • Children's Creativity Museum
  • Randall Museum
  • San Bruno Mountain State Park

Airports

  • San Francisco International
  • Metro Oakland International

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.