About the neighborhood

Alice Griffith offers a calm and quiet neighborhood with easy access to several modes of transportation, including convenient bus lines and nearby stops. Bicycles serve as a practical option for getting around the area. The neighborhood provides close proximity to supermarkets and diverse dining choices, enhancing daily convenience. Education options are readily accessible, featuring primary and high schools near residential areas. Housing includes a balanced mix of single detached homes, townhouses, and large apartment buildings, accommodating various preferences. With a rich architectural history spanning multiple decades, Alice Griffith presents a unique community atmosphere enhanced by its closeness to well-placed parks in surrounding areas.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area provides homeowners with several alternative modes of transportation. With 3 rapid transit stations (Third Street & Carroll Ave, Third Street & Williams Ave and Third Street/Gilman/Paul) on the Third, and a few nearby bus lines, residents can rely on public transit to move around in this neighborhood. Alice Griffith will also draw house buyers who value living in a compact area since it is moderately well-suited to pedestrians; running common errands is convenient without a car. Moving around by bicycle is easy in this area.

Services

Primary as well as high schools are straightforward to access as a pedestrian from any location in Alice Griffith. Concerning food, the nearest supermarket in this neighborhood is typically only a very short trip away. Furthermore, those who like to dine in restaurants or cafes will have a good number of opportunities in this part of the city.

Character

Alice Griffith offers a slower-paced environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Most areas in this part of San Francisco are very quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, greenery is not especially prominent in this area; to be more precise, residents will find that few tree-lined streets are present. Nonetheless, it is very easy to access parks from most locations in the neighborhood since there are a few of them nearby for residents to visit.

Car friendly8.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly8.0

Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

Restaurants7.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries8.2

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk