Balboa Terrace is homeowners' territory, a stylish neighborhood with a sophisticated pedigree. Filled with longtime residents, the community is close-knit, in some ways reflecting the ambiance of a small town.
The streets are lined with well-kept single-family homes, manicured landscaping, and one of the city's most concentrated plantings of squat palm trees. Balboa Terrace dates back to the 1920s, when famed architect Harold Stoner crafted the neighborhood in a Storybook style. Its homes range from single-story English cottages to grand Spanish Colonial and Italian Renaissance Revival estates, each one distinct, with no two exactly alike.
Quiet and a little luxurious, the neighborhood delivers city convenience without the usual city hassle. Residents are a near Ocean Avenue's shops and restaurants, and not much further from Stonestown Galleria and the West Portal neighborhood for movies, services, and even more dining options.
On the west side of the neighborhood sits Commodore Sloat Elementary School, a well-regarded neighborhood school. The Stonestown YMCA runs its programs right on campus, giving residents another go-to gathering spot in this tight-knit, suburban-feeling pocket of the city.
Balboa Terrace remains home to some of the most coveted addresses in San Francisco — charming, distinctive homes and a tranquil, cheerful atmosphere throughout.
667 people live in Balboa Terrace, where the median age is 56 and the average individual income is $171,736. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Balboa Terrace has 227 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Balboa Terrace do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 667 people call Balboa Terrace home. The population density is 22,699 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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