We Love Dogs in San Francisco
San Francisco has more dogs than children especially after the Pandemic. Not every home has outdoor space or is accommodating for your pup, so it’s a good thing there are so many dog parks all around the City.
Where the Parks are so are the Barks
West + North Side
Lands End
Baker Beach
Ocean Beach
Golden Gate Park Dog Play Areas
MLK & Bowling Green Dr
Fulton & Stanyan
MLK & Sunset Blvd
Off 36th Ave
Pine Lake Park
Stern Grove
Lake Merced Dog Play Area
Head & Brotherhood Dog Play Area
Fort Miley
Fort Funston
Crissy Field
Marina Green
Tunnel Tops Park
Fort Mason
Lafayette Park
Alta Vista Park
Jefferson Square
Central + East
Alamo Square
Duboce Park
Dolores Park
Buena Vista Park
Corona Heights Park
West Portal
Twin Peaks
Eureka Valley Dog Run
Upper Douglass Play Area
Haas Play Area
Glen Canyon
Noe Valley Courts
Noe Valley Dog Run
Precita Park
Bernal Heights Park
St. Mary’s Park
South Park
Mission Creek
Potrero Hill Rec Center
McKinley Square (20th St + Vermont)
Esprit Park (Dogpatch)
McLaren Amphitheater
McLaren Park - Geneva
Crane Park
Stay Out the Dog House
As proud Dog Dads ourselves of the best-ever real estate super dog Raffi (who you can meet at our open houses), taking pets into account when looking for a new home can be deal breakers. Just as many folks will have children (actual or future) in mind when home buying so will people with pets. This is a trend to stay. The pandemic placed a renewed emphasis on having multi-legged companions at home — as pandemic puppies become family members, they’ll influence housing preferences for years to come.
If a condominium is being considered we’ll need to see if an HOA limits the number, weight, and type of pet per unit, which is common. Many newer developments, however, will tout dog baths and dog runs — woof.
What else do animal lovers look for? If a home has a yard, proximity to parks/dog parks and pet food shops — the basics. We’ll also be on the lookout for pet-friendly neighbors and, if a property is in a multi-unit building with other animals onsite, a pre-offer doggy meet-and-greet may not sound as far-fetched as it once did.
Look for Your Next Home with Your Pets In Mind with K+J
Ping a set of Dog Dads who happen to sell a lot of homes in San Francisco about what to look for when considering a new home. For homeowners, see what features will make your home attractive to animal lovers which could translate to a higher sale price.