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Haight-Ashbury - San Francisco

The Haight-Ashbury district is one of the most famous in San Francisco. In the 1960's, it was the heart of the Bohemian life. Characterized by unique and colourful community, Haight-Ashbury has a rich history and continues to thrive to this day. Nowadays, remnants of the hippie era mix with beautiful restored Edwardian and Victorian homes. The neighbourhood is home to lush parks, trendy shops and coffeehouses, and provides a cosy atmosphere as well as an excellent lifestyle.

Market overview

San Francisco has always been considered as one of the luxury real estate leaders thanks to its dynamism and its attractiveness. Therefore, this is one of the favourite destinations of American billionaires.The luxury real estate market in San Francisco is buyer's market and this upmarket represents 20% of the real estate transactions held in San Francisco. The market is particularly influenced by seasons as the wealthy population does not hesitate in taking summer or winter holidays. Besides, more and more high-end constructions are being built, which enlarge buyer's range of choices. This is a good period for buyers, who can enjoy a little decrease in prices.

Buying basics

Before any investment, the potential buyer will have to contact a professional of the real estate sector. The latter will need his client's passport and other administrative and bank documents to testify his identity and his solvency. The buying process is really fast (around one month). You do not need to have the American citizenship nor the famous Green card but you are required to provide a social security number (SSN), which is obligatory to fill in the tax return (that is only $100 for a property).

Besides, it is highly recommended to purchase an insurance regarding the ownership title in order to be secured in case of potential recording error.

High Season
May 01 - Oct 31

Between May and October, the climate is characterized by mild temperatures. However, the weather is particularly foggy. Karl, the fog of San Francisco appears in the morning, vanishes around 12am and appears again in the afternoon due to the presence of the Pacific Ocean. Temperatures are not especially warm in summer and vary between 11 and 13 degrees despite the sunny weather.This is a dry period, with very little rain. This is the best period to enjoy attractive deals regarding hotels and flights.

Peak Season
Jul 01 - Sep 30

Between July and September, the city of San Francisco is taken by storm by tourists, who come visiting the famous landmarks or attend the renowned gay pride organized during summer. Therefore, places are over crowded and prices are particularly expensive. The summer is dry and mild, temperatures can reach a maximum of 23 degrees and September is the warmest month. However, bathing is impossible due to the cold stream of California which makes the water very cold. Fog can cover the city, mainly in the afternoon, which creates a lot of moisture and the decrease of temperatures.

Low Season
Nov 01 - Apr 30

San Francisco enjoys a pleasant climate all year round. Its Mediterranean climate provides a warm and cool weather from November to April. Temperatures never drop below 5 degrees in January, which is the coldest month. Even if snow is rare in San Francisco, winters are particularly wet and rainy as precipitations are especially concentrated over this period, between November and March. This is the best moment to benefit from attractive prices and places are much less crowded.

Lombard Street

Lombard Street is internationally famous for being the most crooked street in the world. Situated on Russian Hill, in the east-west part of the city, it is made of eight hairpin turns. This downhill winding street was built in 1922 and designed to make it easier for vehicles to negotiate the steep grade of the road. This must-see attraction welcomes millions of visitors each year and has been featured in numerous movies and television series. The houses along Lombard Street are some of the most expensive real estate in San Francisco.

Cable Car Museum

The Cable Car of San Francisco is an unmissable attraction while visiting the city. It holds a special place in every San Franciscan's heart. Experiencing a ride on a cable car is a unprecedented activity as this is an authentic and exciting attraction and one of the major symbols of the city.Besides, the Cable Car Museum, whose admission is free, provides a lot of information about the history of this famous landmark and their influence they had on the growth of San Francisco. Created in 1974, it also displays antique cable cars dating back from the 1800's, grips, tracks and brake mechanisms. The museum sits directly on the modern cable car line, letting visitors have a hands-on experience with the brilliance of the cable car in San Francisco’s hilly landscape.

Ferry Building Marketplace

Created in 1898, the Ferry Building Marketplace proposes a wide range of shops and dining venues. The market is also home to one of the States best Farmer's market which sell always fresh products and local items.Guided tours are offered to discover this unique place. It is worth visiting as this is an authentic place frequented by the vibrant local community.

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