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Renovation
fromAol
9 hours ago

This Prewar Brooklyn Apartment Is Full of Surprises

A prewar apartment in Brooklyn was transformed from nine rooms to fourteen, emphasizing subdivided spaces instead of open layouts.
#san-francisco
Silicon Valley real estate
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Supes Reject Appeal to Legalize North Beach Mansion Illegally Converted From Four Units

The SF Board of Supervisors rejected an appeal to legalize an illegally converted single-family home from four rent-controlled units.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

SF home with ties to Talking Heads, 'Tales of the City' hits the market

15-17 Macondray Lane is a historic duplex in San Francisco, listed for $1.9 million, known for its artistic legacy and charm.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Spring 2026 "San Francisco Restaurant Week" (April 10-19)

SF Restaurant Week 2026 offers discounted prix-fixe menus at over 200 restaurants, celebrating San Francisco's diverse dining scene from April 10-19.
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Big, beefy, nostalgic burgers are back in San Francisco

San Francisco's burger scene is shifting back to thicker, juicier patties, moving away from the smash burger trend.
Mission District
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Supes Reject Appeal to Legalize North Beach Mansion Illegally Converted From Four Units

The SF Board of Supervisors rejected an appeal to legalize an illegally converted single-family home from four rent-controlled units.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago
LA real estate

SF home with ties to Talking Heads, 'Tales of the City' hits the market

#bayview
East Bay food
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Photos: Bayview-Hunters Point in black-and-white

Bayview is a vibrant neighborhood with rich community interactions and local culinary delights that surprise newcomers.
East Bay food
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Photos: Bayview-Hunters Point in black-and-white

Bayview is a vibrant neighborhood with rich community interactions and local culinary delights that surprise newcomers.
#trump
fromKqed
6 days ago
US politics

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
fromKqed
6 days ago
US politics

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
US politics
fromKqed
6 days ago

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
US politics
fromKqed
6 days ago

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The de Young Museum is a landmark art museum founded in 1895, showcasing priceless treasures and works of art from the 17th through the 20th centuries from various regions.
Arts
Travel
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Virgin Voyages makes waves setting sail from California for the first time

Virgin Voyages launched its adults-only cruise ship, Brilliant Lady, on the West Coast, offering unique destinations and an all-inclusive experience.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
Portland food
fromwww.7x7.com
2 days ago

29 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.13.26)

A variety of cultural and culinary events are happening this week in San Francisco, including art fairs, festivals, and special dining experiences.
#oakland
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

NYC LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Queer Joy Unleashed: Sistory From the Archives at the SF LGBT Center - San Francisco Bay Times

Queer Joy Unleashed: Sistory From the Archives was a vibrant pop-up exhibition and party celebrating queer culture at the SF LGBT Center.
#housing-development
East Bay real estate
fromMission Local
6 days ago

25-story Marina Safeway behemoth, inconceivable even to sci-fi futurists, looking very real

A 25-story housing complex at the Marina Safeway site is now conceivable due to changes in state laws affecting local development control.
East Bay real estate
fromMission Local
6 days ago

25-story Marina Safeway behemoth, inconceivable even to sci-fi futurists, looking very real

A 25-story housing complex at the Marina Safeway site is now conceivable due to changes in state laws affecting local development control.
fromQueerty
3 days ago

San Francisco coffee chain to remove Pride flags from stores to be "more inclusive" - Queerty

Philz Coffee's recent decision to remove pride flags from their stores has left many team members and customers feeling confounded and unsupported. Within Philz's expressed core values, the company emphasizes its goal to create a 'customer and team-member focused' experience. The pride flags within the stores hold deep meaning and value to both staff and visitors, symbolizing that these locations are safe and welcoming spaces for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
SF LGBT
SF music
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

SF's "Little Treasures" Market for Kids & Families (Ferry Building)

Little Treasures Market offers families curated kids' items and activities at the San Francisco Ferry Building, promoting sustainability and local artisans.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

SoMa Residents Demand More Housing, Redistribution of Shelters to Other Neighborhoods

Residents allege the city treats western SoMa as a poverty containment zone, seeking to decertify Lurie's upzoning plan due to restrictive zoning practices.
Social justice
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Sunset residents wanted a nonprofit out. Decades later, it proved itself to them.

Sunset Youth Services evolved from community skepticism to a major youth service provider, focusing on building relationships and improving opportunities for at-risk youth.
#housing
Alternative transportation
fromKqed
6 days ago

The Great Squeeze: Bay Area Residents Downsize and Adapt to Rising Costs | KQED

Living in smaller spaces has led to increased self-reliance and community support among families.
from48 hills
4 days ago
LA real estate

Supes reject illegal conversion that turned four rental units into one mansion - 48 hills

Alternative transportation
fromKqed
6 days ago

The Great Squeeze: Bay Area Residents Downsize and Adapt to Rising Costs | KQED

Living in smaller spaces has led to increased self-reliance and community support among families.
from48 hills
4 days ago
LA real estate

Supes reject illegal conversion that turned four rental units into one mansion - 48 hills

#huntington-hotel
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This Elegant San Francisco Hotel Offers Sweeping City Views From Every Room-and a Legendary Restaurant

The Huntington hotel combines a regal apartment feel with modern design, respecting its historical roots while infusing contemporary elements.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

Nob Hill crown jewels The Huntington Hotel + Big Four Restaurant are back with a little help from Ken Fulk.

The Huntington Hotel has been transformed to reflect the elegance of the Gilded Age, featuring luxurious amenities and historical details.
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This Elegant San Francisco Hotel Offers Sweeping City Views From Every Room-and a Legendary Restaurant

The Huntington hotel combines a regal apartment feel with modern design, respecting its historical roots while infusing contemporary elements.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

Nob Hill crown jewels The Huntington Hotel + Big Four Restaurant are back with a little help from Ken Fulk.

The Huntington Hotel has been transformed to reflect the elegance of the Gilded Age, featuring luxurious amenities and historical details.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago

Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built It, and People Came - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes park celebrates its one-year anniversary with over 1.7 million visitors, boosting local businesses and enhancing community engagement.
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free "SF Opera" Spring 2026 Bay Area Tour (April 11-26)

Bohème Out of the Box will be performed by guest artists and San Francisco Opera's Adler Fellows with piano accompaniment, creating an intimate experience for audiences.
Portland food
California
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Graffiti Bridge in rural Bay Area was 'worth saving' from Caltrans

The Stevenson Bridge is closing for six months for rehabilitation to ensure its safety and longevity against earthquakes.
SF food
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Buried in Sunnyside, a white tablecloth restaurant with almost nothing over $14

Chef's Table offers fine dining at low prices, run by culinary students, but service may be inconsistent.
East Bay food
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

A new Oakland restaurant is boldly focused on just one ingredient

Jake Stolz transitioned from the cannabis industry to open Fungi Foods, a mushroom-centric restaurant in Oakland, after discovering a passion for mushrooms.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Central Park South Tops NYC Home Sale Prices in 2025

Central Park South is NYC's priciest neighborhood with a median home sale price of $7.5 million, driven by a few high-value transactions.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
East Bay real estate
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

'Sign of the times': Once thriving California mall hits the market

Bayshore Mall in Eureka is going up for sale due to nearly $39 million in debt and declining retail activity.
fromMission Local
1 day ago

S.F.'s Ha-Ra Club, the Tenderloin's newest oldest bar, wants to be a dive forever

"I grew up in that bar. I spent more time there than I did in my own home." Rick Figari reflects on his deep connection to the Ha-Ra Club, where his parents met and where he has countless memories.
Renovation
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Photos: What symbols represent SoMa?

Nisha, who looked to be about 15 years old, drew a parol - a star-shaped lantern displayed during Christmas - and a Bahay kubo - a traditional Filipino-style house - with a small pencil, as she sat at a table of the Bayanihan Community Center in SoMa.
SOMA, SF
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
#luxury-real-estate
fromRobb Report
4 days ago
NYC real estate

Inside a $16.5 Million Duplex Apartment in New York's Exclusive Madison Square Park Tower

fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago
SF real estate

For the right offer, this SF condo comes with museum-quality art and a Ferrari

NYC real estate
fromRobb Report
4 days ago

Inside a $16.5 Million Duplex Apartment in New York's Exclusive Madison Square Park Tower

Madison Square Park Tower is a luxurious 777-foot skyscraper in New York, featuring exclusive residences and stunning views of iconic landmarks.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

For the right offer, this SF condo comes with museum-quality art and a Ferrari

A $6 million San Francisco condo in the Four Seasons building includes $30-40 million in artwork by masters like Picasso, Warhol, and Renoir, with buyers having first right of refusal to purchase the entire collection.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

Exclusive | Inside San Francisco's 'co-founder rooms': the no-frills crash pads powering the AI gold rush

Co-founder rooms in San Francisco offer shared living for tech hopefuls prioritizing proximity over privacy and comfort.
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

I still can't believe my big Bay Area city doesn't have a Trader Joe's

Trader Joe's is highly sought after in Vallejo, which currently has no location despite its large population.
LA real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

One of the Most Expensive Cities in Southern California Now Has a Chic New Hotel That's Actually Affordable

A new hotel in Beverly Hills offers affordable stays, ranging from $200 to $500 per night, in a traditionally expensive market.
SF music
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

SF's Empire "415 Night Market" is Back (The Crossing at East Cut)

Annual 415 Day Celebration in San Francisco features food, music, and community on April 15th from 5PM to 9PM.
Renovation
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

Changes Underway at Jane Warner Plaza - San Francisco Bay Times

Jane Warner Plaza is undergoing renovations, including the removal of The Seed sculpture and the installation of new furniture and landscaping.
East Bay (California)
from48 hills
5 days ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
NYC LGBT
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Crowds Pack In at Sunny Dolores Park to 'Renewable Energy Jesus' Crowned the Winner of Hunky Jesus 2026

The annual Hunky Jesus and Foxy Mary contests in Dolores Park attract thousands, showcasing creative and humorous interpretations of Jesus.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Sunset Buzz: In a world of AI, Jay Pham says, consider an Irish sports bar

Golden Gate Psychic offers holistic services, while Szechuan Cuisine is closed for annual leave, and 19th Avenue will undergo construction for three weekends.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromKqed
5 days ago

How Skyrocketing Housing Costs and Policy Choices Reshaped the Bay Area | KQED

Investment income in Silicon Valley is highly concentrated among higher-income households, exacerbating the wealth gap and high cost of living.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Locked Out: 3 Housing Buzzwords, Decoded

The housing market is challenging for first-time buyers due to a shortage of starter homes and rising costs.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Palo Alto prepares to go big on housing around San Antonio Road - San Jose Spotlight

San Antonio area is undergoing transformation with new mid-rise housing projects and relaxed building standards to encourage denser development.
fromRemodelista
4 days ago

Meanwhile, On Gardenista: Florals for Spring - Remodelista

Kelsie Hayes of Popup Florist has opened her own NYC event space and creative studio, showcasing fresh floral designs that embody the spirit of spring.
Renovation
#roller-skating
fromFuncheap
6 days ago
San Francisco

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park hosts a Sunday Roller Disco Party with music and dance lessons for skaters.
fromFuncheap
6 days ago
San Francisco

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park hosts a Sunday Roller Disco Party with music and dance lessons for skaters.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.
Silicon Valley real estate
from48 hills
6 days ago

Four rental units become one $4.75 million mansion. Will the supes legalize it? - 48 hills

Legalizing the conversion of a four-unit building into a mansion could significantly impact the city's rental housing stock.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Excelsior Buzz: a new cannabis dispensary coming to Persia Triangle

A new cannabis dispensary, Green Field, is set to open in the Persia Triangle after seven years of planning and setbacks.
Mission District
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Tale of two neighborhoods: SoMa sales slide as Mission Bay's grow

South of Market restaurants struggle to recover post-pandemic, while Mission Bay experiences growth in sales-tax revenue.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Pleasant Ridge, Pleasant Price - San Francisco Bay Times

Pleasant Ridge Reserve is just quietly the best alpine-style cheese made in the U.S., with the awards to prove it. Rush Creek is exciting because it is limited, unusual, and heralds the coming of the food holidays. Pleasant Ridge, on the other hand, is just quietly the best alpine-style cheese made in the U.S., with the awards to prove it.
Skiing
East Bay real estate
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

This midcentury SF Eichler home sparked a $1.3 million bidding war

Eichler homes, like 1027 Duncan St., are highly sought after, selling for over a million above asking price within weeks of listing.
Mission District
fromKqed
3 days ago

Cambrian Park Plaza, A Beloved San Jose Strip Mall, Awaits a New Future | KQED

Cambrian Park Plaza is a unique shopping area with a rich history, currently facing redevelopment.
Mission District
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Mission Local is expanding, adding new neighborhood coverage

Mission Local expands coverage with dedicated neighborhood pages for five areas in San Francisco, enhancing local news accessibility and community engagement.
Renovation
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Is historic preservation in San Francisco in a state of decay?

Historic preservation faces significant challenges in San Francisco, exemplified by the near demolition of a historic home once owned by a preservationist.
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
1 week ago

Hike, Climb, Slide + Admire the View on San Francisco's Most Iconic Hills

Mount Sutro and Telegraph Hill offer unique hiking experiences and historical significance in San Francisco.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Cupertino council declines to reconsider housing project - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino officials rejected a request to reconsider an affordable housing project amid a lawsuit claiming rushed approvals and environmental review bypass.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The Bay Area is heating up for real estate investors again

These [California metros] just became hotter markets, and so, there's less inventory, there's more demand, so that means it becomes more attractive for someone who is an investor. The flurry of investor activity could be from investors betting on a continued artificial intelligence boom and an emphasis on return-to-office mandates in California metros.
SF real estate
NYC real estate
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Seven rental units become a $32 million mansion; is this even remotely legal? - 48 hills

A North Beach property illegally converted four rental units into a single mansion without required conditional use permits, prompting a Board of Supervisors hearing scheduled for April 7.
Mission District
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Why a 13,500-square-foot building sits vacant in a popular San Francisco park

The Kneass Building in Dogpatch is seen as a blight in a thriving waterfront area, despite its potential for revitalization.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Behind this $4.7M SF duplex, a magical parklike garden awaits

A historic 1910 Edwardian duplex in San Francisco's Pacific Heights with an English-style garden is listed for $4.695 million, its first sale in 40 years.
#san-francisco-history
Real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Apartments at Santana Row in San Jose are bought for $140 million-plus

Misora, a 212-unit Santana Row apartment complex, sold to Waterton for $148.5 million, indicating strong per-unit values in the San Jose market.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from San Francisco to Miami. It's cheaper and I love the lifestyle, but I miss the professionalism of the Bay Area.

I had lived in the Bay Area longer than anywhere else, and I was ready for a reset. Something about the rhythm of Miami felt like the next chapter. More movement, more culture, more color. When COVID-19 hit, everything came to a standstill. Like many service-based businesses, the photography business that I had been running in SF since 2007 went to zero almost overnight. It was a big reset moment for me, and it was time for a change.
Travel
Arts
fromArtforum
2 months ago

Boom or Bust in the Bay

AI-driven tech growth benefits the Bay Area while the local contemporary art ecosystem faces multiple gallery closures, institutional sales, and limited financial spillover.
SF food
fromwww.7x7.com
2 months ago

Modern Guide to Mission Bay: San Francisco's Bright New Waterfront Neighborhood

Mission Bay transformed into a dense, walkable neighborhood with parks, resilient mixed-use buildings, the 28-acre Mission Rock development, and popular waterfront dining.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

It looks like an SF apartment complex. It's actually a $32M estate.

A 1905 seven-unit building at 3199 Jackson St. has been converted into a 26,260-square-foot single-family luxury estate with extensive amenities, listed for $32 million.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

SF's 'most iconic' mansion is finally in contract

Stepping into 2800 Pacific Ave. is like taking a trip back in time, arriving in San Francisco's Gilded Age, when architects like Ernest Coxhead were creating opulent mansions to enshrine the city's elite. In this Georgian abode, we are presented with a carefully preserved example of Coxhead's work, as well as a particularly rich slice of local history. And though 2800 Pacific Ave. has been called SF's "most iconic" mansion by Chronicle columnist Herb Caen,
SF real estate
SF real estate
fromSocketsite
9 years ago

Noe Valley for Under a Million?

A three-bedroom Noe Valley house at 374 Valley Street changed hands several times, faced foreclosure, had renovation plans filed, and returned to market vacant for $999,000.
fromSocketsite
9 years ago

Number of Apartments and Condos in SF's Pipeline Holds at 63K

In addition to 7,000 new units of housing that are currently under construction and should be ready for occupancy within the next year or two, there are now 11,100 net-new units for which building permits have either been issued, approved or requested, and another 27,400 units in projects that have already been approved but not yet permitted (which includes the majority of the 10,500 units by Candlestick, 7,800 units on Treasure Island and 5,680 units at Parkmerced, projects which have overall timelines measured in decades, not years).
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