FALL FOR THE CITY
Barry Cheung · REALTOR® · CA DRE #02061313 · Compass · Brokerage DRE #01527235
Neighborhood guide · San Francisco

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Bernal Heights

Cortland Avenue shops and Bernal Heights Park above the neighborhood.

LOCAL FIELD GUIDE

Getting to know Bernal Heights

Cortland Avenue businesses and Bernal Heights Park shape a hilltop community.

THE LOCAL ROUTINE

Start with the streets

Walk Cortland and climb Bernal Heights Park.

Visit at more than one time of day. An attractive listing can feel quite different once you account for the actual walk to groceries, transit, parks and the nearest busy intersection.

HOUSING & DUE DILIGENCE

Look beyond the listing

Review retaining walls, stair access and differences between north and south slopes.

Request inspections, disclosures and permit history for the specific property. For condominiums, review association financials, insurance and any planned assessments.

One useful comparison

Before making an offer, compare this block with at least two nearby streets. Note building type, noise, grade, sun exposure, parking and your likely weekday routine.

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