Lombard

Union Street runs through Cow Hollow, between the Marina and Pacific Heights, with a lively stretch of shops and restaurants set among San Francisco’s hills and Victorian architecture. The cool, fog-influenced climate makes layered clothing useful, while nearby Fort Mason and the waterfront offer open-air routes, views, and places to walk dogs. Lafayette Park provides lawns and a playground, and the Marina Green adds a broad waterfront path. Along Union Street, cafés, boutiques, and restaurants keep the sidewalks active; nightlife and arts venues are also within reach in neighboring districts. The area’s historic buildings and former commercial corridors give it a distinct neighborhood character. Walking is convenient along the shopping strip, though steep side streets shape routes; Muni buses connect Union Street with other parts of the city. The Union Street neighborhood’s median rent is $5,800 per month, with a typical range of $3,800 to $17,450.