Living in Pacifica
A coastal city of beaches, hills and trails just south of San Francisco. See my Pacifica neighborhood guides. Compare commute times or talk with Joseph.
Pacifica Neighborhood Map
Pacifica neighborhoods as the MLS draws them, the same areas agents use to pull sales. Tap an area to open its guide.
Borders are traced from the MLSListings area map and are approximate, so they can differ a little from city limits and local names. Ask me which area a specific street falls in.
Neighborhood by Neighborhood
These 13 areas follow MLSListings area lines. Sales are closed sales from November 2025 to October 2026. Tap a name for the full neighborhood guide.
Pedro Point
4 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $2.18M ($712 per square foot). 1 condo or townhome sold at a median of $800K.
Linda Mar
73 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.34M ($984 per square foot). 22 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $927K.
Sun Valley
16 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.38M ($901 per square foot). 1 condo or townhome sold at a median of $860K.
Park Pacifica
33 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.5M ($738 per square foot). 13 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $737K.
Vallemar
17 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.37M ($924 per square foot).
Rockaway Beach
7 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.23M ($734 per square foot).
Fairway Park
4 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.29M ($1,042 per square foot).
East Sharp Park
13 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.23M ($986 per square foot). 4 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $882K.
West Sharp Park
15 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.21M ($930 per square foot). 4 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $832K.
Pacific Manor
13 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.18M ($882 per square foot). 3 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $825K.
Edgemar
17 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.51M ($846 per square foot). 2 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $1.27M.
Westview
17 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.29M ($948 per square foot).
Fairmont
29 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.3M ($833 per square foot). 3 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $830K.
Pacifica on Film
I have not filmed a walkthrough in Pacifica yet, so here is a look back from the archives. Want me to tour a home here for you? Send me the address.
Between Sail and Satellite: A History of San Mateo County (1976)
A San Mateo County Bicentennial Committee film covering two centuries of county history.Source: Daly City Public Library, via California Revealed
A Short History
- In 1769 the Portolá expedition first sighted San Francisco Bay from Sweeney Ridge, above today's Pacifica.
- The Sánchez Adobe, from the 1840s, is now a county historic site.
- Pacifica incorporated on November 22, 1957, joining nine coastal communities into one city.
Schools, Parks and Getting Around
Public Schools
School assignment depends on the address. Always confirm with the district.
Parks and Places
Getting Around
Highway 1 is the main route, with SamTrans buses. There is no rail station in Pacifica. See commute times to each job center.
Pacifica School Ratings
Overall Niche grades for public schools in Pacifica, from the 2027 Niche rankings. Tap a school for its full Niche profile.
| School | Grades | Students | Niche grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacifica Independent Home Study | K-8 | 12 | NG |
| Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School | 6-8 | 484 | A- |
| Vallemar Elementary School | K-8 | 500 | A- |
| Cabrillo Elementary School | K-8 | 524 | B+ |
| Ocean Shore Elementary School | K-8 | 368 | B+ |
| Oceana High School | 9-12 | 471 | B+ |
| Ortega Elementary School | K-5 | 404 | B+ |
| Terra Nova High School | 9-12 | 740 | B+ |
| Sunset Ridge Elementary School | K-5 | 348 | B- |
Source: Niche, pulled November 14, 2026. A school listed under a city is located there; which school serves a home depends on district attendance boundaries.
Homes for Sale in Pacifica
Three current listings, updated automatically from the MLS. Tap a home for photos and details.
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See every home for sale in Pacifica
Listing data from MLSListings Inc. through IDX, shown with each listing broker. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed, and listings may be held by brokerages other than Coldwell Banker.
Pacifica Market Report
Home sales for Pacifica pulled directly from MLSListings, the Bay Area's MLS. Figures cover full calendar months.
Last month, single family homes
October 2026
Last 3 months by home type
August to October 2026
| Home type | Homes sold | Median price | Median price per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single family homes | 62 | $1.35M | $955 |
| Condominiums | 7 | $964K | $683 |
| Townhouses | 9 | $739K | $727 |
Last 12 months, single family homes
November 2025 to October 2026
How Pacifica compares
Median single family sale price, November 2025 to October 2026
Source: MLSListings closed sales with a Pacifica postal city, by close of escrow date, pulled November 13, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Ask me for a full report on your street or price range.
Pacifica FAQ
What does the Pacifica market look like right now?
See the market report above for single family home sales in Pacifica over the last month, the last 3 months and the last 12 months, pulled directly from MLSListings. Every street prices differently, so ask Joseph for numbers on your area or price range.
How far is Pacifica from the Peninsula and San Francisco?
Use the commute chart on my relocation guide to compare estimated drive and transit times from Pacifica to San Francisco, SFO, Stanford and the Silicon Valley hubs.
What is my Pacifica home worth?
Request a free home valuation and Joseph will send a local estimate based on recent nearby sales. Request a free home valuation
How can I hear about Pacifica homes before they hit the market?
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Sources
Please confirm anything important for a specific address.
- MLSListingsClosed sales with a Pacifica postal city, November 2025 to October 2026, pulled November 13, 2026
- Pacifica, California (Wikipedia)History, schools, parks and transit
- U.S. Census Bureau2020 census population and land area
- MLSListings area mapNeighborhood borders and sales by MLS area, November 2025 to October 2026
Pacifica Market Trends
Market Trends are calculated using MLS® sold listing data
