2026 Top Cities by Overall Score in San Francisco County
2026 Top Cities by Overall Score in:
Houseberry’s list of the best neighborhoods overall in San Francisco, where we've considered data on schools, safety
San Francisco ranks first of 1 ranked city in San Francisco County on overall score, at 3.4 out of 5.
School : 3.3/5
Safety : 3.8/5
Amenities : 3.3/5
Price : $1,652,370
Appreciation : 9.21 % (2)
Value: $38k Overvalued (2)
Keywords: Iconic hillside cityscape, Golden Gate Park, Distinct neighborhoods
San Francisco is one of the most distinctive cities in the country, defined as much by its geography as by its culture. Built across a series of steep hills and ... See Full Page
School : 3.3/5
Safety : 3.8/5
Amenities : 3.3/5
Price : $1,652,370
Appreciation : 9.21 % (2)
Value: $38k Overvalued (2)
San Francisco neighborhoods ranked
Keywords: Iconic hillside cityscape, Golden Gate Park, Distinct neighborhoods
San Francisco is one of the most distinctive cities in the country, defined as much by its geography as by its culture. Built across a series of steep hills and surrounded by water on three sides, the city offers dramatic views in almost every direction. Neighborhoods change quickly from block to bl ... See Full Page
Scores updated October 2026
San Francisco County cities: your questions, answered
What are the best cities to live in San Francisco County?
By Houseberry's overall score, the top-ranked cities in San Francisco County are San Francisco (3.4 out of 5), out of 1 ranked.
How many cities in San Francisco County score 4 out of 5 or higher overall?
Of the 1 city in San Francisco County with an overall score, none scores 4 out of 5 or higher overall.
Which city in San Francisco County has the highest school score?
San Francisco has the highest school score of the ranked cities in San Francisco County, at 3.3 out of 5.
Which city in San Francisco County has the highest safety score?
San Francisco has the highest safety score of the ranked cities in San Francisco County, at 3.8 out of 5.
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