Cow Hollow has become something of a magnet for the millennial generation. Its steep, rolling streets are lined with Victorian and Edwardian single-family homes boasting unmatched views, alongside Art Deco-era apartment buildings that come with equally steep rents.
One of the city's busiest districts, Cow Hollow shares a tight bond with its northern neighbor, the Marina. Together, their pull as both tourist destinations and hubs for a vibrant, affluent crowd keeps the streets buzzing with organized chaos day and night.
Union Street runs down the neighborhood's center as its main thoroughfare, known for drawing well-to-do professionals to its mix of swanky bars, restaurants, spas, designer-label boutiques, pubs, and gyms. At its northern edge sits Lombard Street, lined with tourist-oriented hotels, gas stations, and chain comfort-food spots.
Cow Hollow also carries its share of San Francisco history. The Octagon House, built in 1861, is prized for its distinctive architecture. Designated an official city landmark in 1969, it now operates as a small museum of Colonial and Federal-era decorative arts — and is one of just two surviving octagon houses left in San Francisco, out of five originally built in the city.
An undeniable destination for luxury shopping, indulgent dining, and lively nightlife, Cow Hollow is a vibrant neighborhood offering everything a big city has on offer.
8,339 people live in Cow Hollow, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $179,104. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Cow Hollow has 4,333 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cow Hollow do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,339 people call Cow Hollow home. The population density is 41,161 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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