Peninsula

Pacifica

Coastal living, surf culture, and some of the most scenic scenery in the Bay Area

CoastalOutdoor-FocusedQuietAffordable

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About

Pacifica

Pacifica sits right where the Peninsula meets the Pacific Ocean — a small coastal city of about 40,000 that offers something genuinely rare in the Bay Area: affordable homes, direct beach access, and a genuine small-town feel just 15 miles from downtown San Francisco. The city is divided into distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character: Linda Mar in the south is the most suburban and family-friendly; Rockaway Beach in the middle offers hotels and restaurants; Sharp Park to the north sits closest to SF. The dramatic coastal bluffs, persistent fog, and powerful surf define the aesthetic and lifestyle here. For buyers who prioritize outdoor access, ocean proximity, and relative affordability, Pacifica is one of the best deals in the Bay Area.

Market Data

Data as of

$1.33MMedian Sale Price
$875Price Per Sq Ft
9Avg Days on Market

Market data is approximate and based on recent MLS activity. Contact Lily for a current, detailed market analysis.

Livability

Walk ScoreWalkable
Bike ScoreMinimal Infrastructure
Transit ScoreSome Transit

Neighborhood Snapshot

39,700Population
42Median Age
$105KMedian Income
$2,500Median Rent

Restaurants

Where to Eat

Nick's RockawaySeafood

Oceanfront seafood restaurant and sports bar with panoramic views

Taco Bell CantinaMexican

Yes, Pacifica's oceanfront location is genuinely iconic

Moonraker RestaurantAmerican

Classic oceanfront dining in Rockaway Beach

Pacific MistCafé

Neighborhood café with local coffee and weekend brunch

Things To Do

Explore the Area

Linda Mar BeachOutdoors

Popular surf beach with consistent waves and lifeguards in summer

Mori PointHiking

GGNRA trail with dramatic coastal bluff views

Sweeney RidgeHiking

Historic ridge trail with 360-degree views — on a clear day, incredible

Rockaway BeachOutdoors

Protected cove beach popular with families and kayakers

Education

Schools Nearby

Linda Mar ElementaryPublic
Grades K–57/10
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle SchoolPublic
Grades 6–87/10
Terra Nova High SchoolPublic
Grades 9–127/10

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