Pacific Heights is one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in San Francisco.  Pacific Heights is located in one of the most scenic and park-like settings in Northern California, offering panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz and the Presidio.  Its idyllic location provides a temperate micro-climate that is clearer than many other areas in San Francisco.  The neighborhood extends from Presidio Avenue to Van Ness Avenue, and from California St. to Green St.

The streets of Jackson, Pacific, and Broadway extend along some of the most scenic areas along the hill's crest.  The section of Broadway Street extending from Divisadero to Lyon Street is known as the "Gold Coast."  Pacific Heights features two parks, Lafayette and Alta Plaza, each with spectacular views of the city and the bay.

The neighborhood was first developed in the 1870s, with small Victorians.  Starting at the turn of the century, however, many were replaced with period homes.  Still residential, the area is characterized by painted Victorians, chateaus and mansions.  Today, there are also many consular residences in Pacific Heights, including the Consular Generals of The Kingdom of Norway, Italy, Germany and France.  It also serves as home to many of San Francisco's first families, as well as to successful entrepreneurs and artists.