The Bay Insider

Today on Bay Insider, we are continuing our neighborhood series where we talk about the history, lifestyle, and real estate of the Bernal Heights neighborhood in San Francisco.In this episode of The Bay Insider, we chat with Todd Lappin, a 20-year resident and founder of the Bernalwood blog (now a facebook community group) an online news magazine that celebrates the charm and quirk

Today on Bay Insider, we are continuing our neighborhood guide series where we talk about the history, lifestyle, and real estate of the Cole Valley neighborhood in San Francisco. In this episode, we step into Cole Valley, one of San Francisco’s most captivating neighborhoods. We are going to tell you the hidden secrets of Cole Valley in conversation with a 20 year resident of th

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we’re taking you into the heart of Glen Park, San Francisco—a neighborhood with a rich history. We’re joined by Hilary Schiraldi, President of the Glen Park Association, who shares some amazing stories about what makes Glen Park so special. From its early days as “Little Switzerland” to the lively, close-knit community it is now, Glen P

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we take you on a journey through the vibrant Inner Sunset neighborhood with longtime resident Marilyn. We highlight the area's rich history and community, featuring iconic landmarks like UCSF, Golden Gate Park, and the Japanese Tea Garden. You'll hear about local events like the Fall Equinox Festival, Summer Solstice Festival, and Flower Piano at

Join us as we give you a quick rundown on the 10 real estate districts of San Francisco. Learn about the neighborhoods in each of these districts-from the busy Marina neighborhood to newer construction in Mission Bay, and West Portal and Forest Hill's quieter residential areas. Whether you're seeking to buy a house, or just curious about the unique real estate landscape of San Fran

On this episode of The Bay Insider, we bring you our Q3 2024 Market Update, breaking down some key stats and trends. We break down transaction volume between single-family homes and condos; compare year-over-year data; and drill down into metrics, including median home prices, price per square foot, and days on market.Want to know how high interest rates are affecting the market? W

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we dive deep into the vibrant and storied Haight-Ashbury district of San Francisco. Amanda Martin chats with a longtime local, Tino, who shares personal anecdotes and the rich history of the neighborhood—from its beginnings as farmland to its transformation during the iconic Summer of Love. Learn about legendary landmarks like Golden Gate Park,

Joining us today on The Bay Insider is Arlo Zoerner from Cross Country Mortgage, one of the best lenders in the Bay Area for mortgages. We will guide you through navigating the often murky waters of home financing. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a more savvy real estate investor, today's episode promises to deliver helpful information.We deal with a variety of subjects th

Today on The Bay Insider, we are continuing our neighborhood guide series where we talk about the history, lifestyle, and real estate of the Central Richmond neighborhood in San Francisco.On this episode, we take a deeper dive into Central Richmond, know its deep history, diverse culture, and unparalleled access to nature. Discover how this neighborhood went from sand dunes into a

Today on Bay Insider, we are continuing our neighborhood guide series where we talk about the history, lifestyle, and real estate of the West Portal neighborhood in San Francisco. In this episode, we talk about our homebase West Portal. The development of the twin peak tunnel has led to the beginning of this wonderful residential area with a blend of hip new restaurants and old San