Inner Sunset is a walkable, laid-back neighborhood next to Golden Gate Park. Irving Street offers cozy cafés, boutique shops, and a vibrant farmers market. With great transit, family appeal, UCSF access, and abundant green space, it’s where city ease meets community warmth.
Nestled directly adjacent to Golden Gate Park, Inner Sunset is a relaxed, close-knit neighborhood known for its fog-kissed charm, colorful stucco and Victorian homes, and strong community feel. It’s truly a walker’s paradise, with a Walk Score of 97, excellent bikeability, and solid transit options thanks to the N Judah line, including stops like UCSF Parnassus and Carl & Hillway.
Irving Street at the heart of Inner Sunset pulses with casual energy, lined with cozy cafés, independent bookstores, local art galleries, and casual restaurants like Um.ma that give the corridor its vibrant, intimate vibe. Each Sunday, the neighborhood buzzes with the Inner Sunset Farmers' Market, offering fresh produce, artisan goods, and a friendly, local atmosphere.
Families, young professionals, and students, especially from UCSF, gravitate here for its laid-back energy, sense of safety, and the treasure trove of green space at its doorstep. Grandview (Turtle Hill) provides panoramic views and a popular mosaic stair climb, while smaller spots like Sunset Heights Playground add to the neighborhood’s family-friendly charm.
Demographically, Inner Sunset is diverse, well-educated, and community-oriented. Median age hovers around 39, average individual income near $83,800, and households tend to be larger and more family-focused than city averages. It ranks highly on Niche as one of San Francisco’s best neighborhoods to raise a family, with top-rated public schools nearby.
Local gems add cultural flavor: St. Anne of the Sunset Church stands as a landmark, while The Little Shamrock bar, one of the city’s oldest, adds historic character. And for everyday convenience, the arrival of Luke’s Local grocery store is set to boost the local dining and shopping scene, reflecting the area’s enduring appeal to families and long-term residents.
In summary, Inner Sunset strikes a rare balance of nature, neighborhood warmth, and urban convenience, making it a coveted San Francisco enclave for those seeking comfort, access, and a relaxed sense of belonging.
18,529 people live in Inner Sunset , where the median age is 39 and the average individual income is $83,817. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Inner Sunset , including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Pastel, Chef Leff, and Wood Goods and Hot Sauce.
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| Dining | 0.93 miles | 34 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.15 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.23 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4.39 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.45 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.02 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.88 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.62 miles | 39 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.67 miles | 145 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.42 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.85 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.38 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.04 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.19 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.52 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.18 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.72 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.54 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.16 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.9 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Inner Sunset has 8,276 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Inner Sunset do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 18,529 people call Inner Sunset home. The population density is 30,082.333 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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