Western Addition

  • The Vibe

    A culturally rich neighborhood in motion. It’s full of soul, history, and residential-meets-urban contrast.

  • Don't Miss

    Live music at the Fillmore or soul food brunch at Brenda’s Meat & Three.

  • Great For

    Artists, history buffs, commuters, and those seeking central location with cultural depth.

  • Not Great For

    Buyers seeking polished, quiet enclaves or heavy green space.

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Nearby Conveniences

  • Transportation

    MUNI 5, 22, 38, and 31 lines; bikeable and walkable with quick access to Van Ness, Divisadero, and downtown.

  • Hotspots

    The Fillmore, State Bird Provisions, Boom Boom Room, The Social Study, Raymond Kimbell Park

  • Groceries

    Safeway, Nijiya Market (Japantown), Bi-Rite, and local corner stores for daily needs.

  • Shopping

    Bookstores, vintage boutiques, record shops, and Fillmore Street’s evolving retail scene.

Walk Score®

Walk Score

Walker's Paradise

97%

Transit Score

Rider's Paradise

93%

Bike Score

Biker's Paradise

94%

Featured Apartments

A large, empty room with wooden floors and white walls.

Price$4045

950 Franklin Street | Unit 53

2 Beds
1 Bath
844 Sqft
Pet Friendly

Welcome to 950 Franklin Apartments, a pet-friendly, smoke-free community designed for effortless city living in San Francisco's Western Addition. This secure-access building offers gated entry, securi...
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Nighttime street scene with glowing signs in Western Addition San Francisco.

The Western Addition is a vibrant San Francisco neighborhood with deep cultural roots and a welcoming, community-focused vibe. Once the heart of the city’s jazz scene, its Fillmore District still pulses with live music, historic venues, and a rich African American heritage. The area blends beautifully preserved Victorian homes with modern apartment buildings, tree-lined streets, and pocket parks. A diverse dining scene offers everything from soul food to Japanese ramen, reflecting the neighborhood’s eclectic history and global influences. With close proximity to Alamo Square, Japantown, and Hayes Valley, residents enjoy easy access to some of the city’s most iconic spots. The Western Addition’s mix of history, culture, and walkable charm makes it a place where old San Francisco meets new energy, and where neighbors greet each other like family.

I love the Western Addition because it's got this understated music scene that you only get to know when you're living in it. The food scene is also pretty amazing and can't be beat.

— Kim