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South San Francisco, CA
South San Francisco · CA 94080
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$2.6M
Median Price
38/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
16 min
to Downtown San Francisco
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
38/100
WYLT Score49/100
Our Take
South San Francisco offers top‑rated schools and a short 16‑minute drive to downtown San Francisco, making it a solid choice for families and tech workers. The price of homes is steep, and the area is very car‑dependent with limited nightlife, so buyers should be prepared for higher upfront costs and a commute‑heavy lifestyle.
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The Good
- ✓Exceptional public school system with an average rating of 5
- ✓Very short commute to downtown San Francisco (16 minutes)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Strong local tech industry presence
Real Talk
- !Housing prices are among the highest in the Bay Area
- !The neighborhood is heavily car‑dependent; walkability is low
- !Nightlife and dining options are limited compared to nearby cities
- !Traffic congestion can make commutes longer during peak hours
- $High property taxes (often 1.5–2% of home value)
- $Elevated homeowners insurance due to high home value
- $Utility costs, especially water and electricity, run above county averages
Best For
Tech professionalsFamiliesRemote workersIndividuals looking for a short commute to SF
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
South San Francisco, CA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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