Silver Terrace

Surrounded by commuter corridors and highways, Silver Terrace is a highly accessible neighborhood in the southeastern corner of San Francisco. Primarily residential, Silver Terrace has long been favored for its great location and convenience. The arts and parks of Bayview are just a few minutes away, as are Portola’s family-owned restaurants and green spaces. In a way, living in Silver Terrace is enjoying the best of both worlds.

Silver Terrace San Francisco real estate

Tucked between Bayview and Portola, the neighborhood of Silver Terrace in San Francisco has long been a popular choice for first-time home buyers and those working downtown. Commuting to South Bay is easy thanks to the numerous commute corridors accessible from Silver Terrace, as well as the highways ready to take residents wherever they desire. San Francisco International Airport is also a relatively short drive away.

Silver Terrace’s ease of access is one of its main draws. Another neighborhood charm is its real estate market. Known for its affordable homes, Silver Terrace has become a great destination for those looking to buy their first home or invest in residential real estate for the first time.

Homes in Silver Terrace are a mix of condos, townhouses, and single-family residences in either traditional or contemporary styles. The housing options are diverse and wide ranging. Home sizes can offer as much as 3,000 square feet of living space. Age-wise, Silver Terrace homes are also a mixture of older homes and new construction. Some of the oldest residential properties in the neighborhood were built as early as 1900. These homes have plenty of resale potential, especially when renovated and upgraded.

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What’s in and around Silver Terrace?

Silver Terrace is a predominantly residential neighborhood. Its proximity to major thoroughfares and corridors, however, make the following nearby attractions a breeze to go to:

• Silver Terrace Playground – Open early in the morning and until late in the evening, Silver Terrace’s community playground features several sports facilities, including an artificial and lighted turf field, a tennis court, and basketball courts. The children’s play area is equipped with various kid-friendly apparatus and a clubhouse.


• McLaren Park – Located west of Silver Terrace, sprawling McLaren Park encompasses 312 acres of land, making it one of the largest parks in San Francisco. Within the park are several attractions, such as the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, Yosemite Marsh, Philosopher’s Way, and the Gleneagles Golf Course. Several hiking trails snake around the park, some of which can take visitors to McLaren Park’s highest points where stunning views of the Bay area can be enjoyed.


• Candlestick Point State Recreation Area – Southeast from Silver Terrace is the Candlestick Point State Recreation Area. Candlestick Point is a popular gathering place and spot for several recreational activities, including windsurfing, bird watching, hiking, and fishing, depending on the season. Winter is favored by bird watchers to catch glimpses of shorebirds and waterfowl. The fishing pier also yields different types of seasonal fish, such as striped bass, halibut, and sturgeon.

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