The Marina
San Francisco Neighborhoods

The Marina

Active, Social & Bay-Front
Typical Price Range
$1.4M – $7M
Neighborhood Vibe
Active · Social · Waterfront
About the Neighborhood

The Marina is San Francisco’s most active and social neighborhood — a place where morning runs along the waterfront, weekend sailboat racing, and lively dinner scenes on Chestnut Street define daily life. Built on landfill after the 1906 earthquake for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition, the neighborhood is characterized by Spanish Mediterranean architecture, direct access to the waterfront, and an energy that skews young, active, and social.

Why People Love It
  • Marina Green — miles of waterfront park along the Bay
  • Chestnut Street — one of SF’s most vibrant dining and shopping corridors
  • Direct access to Crissy Field, the Presidio, and the Golden Gate
  • Palace of Fine Arts — a stunning landmark steps from residential streets
  • Active sailing, kayaking, and windsurfing community
  • Beautiful Spanish Mediterranean architecture throughout
Best Fit For
Active & Athletic
Social & Outgoing
Water Sports
Dog Lovers
Young Professionals
Foodies

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