SF - Central West District Real Estate & Homes for Sale in California

The Central West District of San Francisco is a family-oriented residential community that has kept itself separate from the activity of the neighboring urban areas. Also known as District 2, this region consists of the Parkside, Sunset and Golden Gate Heights neighborhoods. Bordered by the ocean on the west and Golden Gate Park on the north, the Central West area is primarily residential with a few small commercial areas. Built on a grid pattern, most of the homes and buildings were constructed between 1920 and 1950. Central West businesses are primarily restaurants, cafés and small mom-and-pop operations serving the local community. Maybe because of its separation from the heart of downtown San Francisco, this area has managed to resist wide scale commercial intrusion. Chain stores are uncommon and the community maintains a relaxed, small- town feel. Commuters make use of San Francisco’s extensive public transportation to get downtown quickly and conveniently. State Route 1 also runs through the eastern section of the district. Students attend San Francisco Unified School District, which has several excellent schools in these neighborhoods. Local attractions include Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Lake Merced, San Francisco Zoo and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Residents also enjoy the proximity of Ocean Beach, ideal for a relaxing walk with gorgeous views. Real estate options in Central West District consist of single-family detached homes, estate properties, condominiums and townhouses.