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Pacific Heights - San Francisco

Pacific Heights is a posh residential neighbourhood in San Francisco. Renowned for its architecturally significant mansions and prestigious spectacular buildings, this is a prime and proper district which epitomizes old-world elegance. Its quiet manicured streets are home to Pacific Height's jaw-dropping architectural grandeur. This is the perfect place for wealthy inhabitant who are looking for fancy suburban solace. Also referred as "Gold Cast", Pacific Heights welcomes San Francisco's bold-faced names and the well-off elite. The neighbourhood is characterized by high-end boutiques, private schools, upscale restaurants as well as knockout loveliest views of the bay. The elegant neighbourhood is a little off the beaten path and provides an exceptional lifestyle to its community.

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.

Fillmore Jazz Festival

The Fillmore Jazz Festival is one of the best way to meet locals and the largest free Jazz festival on the West Coast. This major summer festival, which yearly draws over 100,000 visitors is held on Fillmore Street, near the Pacific Heights neighbourhood. The festival features several stages with live jazz performances. It turned into a live music mecca blending sounds jazz with art and soul in one of the country's most unique neighbourhoods. Besides, visitors can browse the offerings of over 12 blocks of fine arts and crafts. The 34th annual edition will take place on June 30 and July 1, 2018.

Haas-Lilienthal House

The Haas-Lilienthal House is an icon of San Francisco's Victorian legacy and a true historic beauty. Built in 1886, this Queen-Anne style mansion is the only Victorian private House from that period in San Francisco open to the public. This exceptional heritage is designated City Landmark and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as a "National Treasure". When you visit this house, you'll get the chance to see authentic furniture, the circular corner tower, and photographs describing this home's history.

Alta Plaza Park

The Alta Plaza Park is situated at the top of the Pacific Heights Neighbourhood. This magnificent steep hillside park is an ideal place to enjoy some of the best panoramic views of San Francisco ans the bay. The park became a popular hangout for the locals.The area played a major role in San Francisco's history as it operated as a rock quarry. Then the site was purchased by the city in 1877 which turned it into a public area the following year. Nowadays, the Alta Plaza Park is surrounded by historic Victorian beauties.

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