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San Francisco, California Town Profile

San Francisco, CA

Even though San Francisco covers only seven square miles and has a population of less than 750 thousand people, San Francisco has had a remarkable impact on our culture and our hearts.  Films have been made about it, and tourists flock to The City at a rate of over 16 million each year.  In spite of that, San Francisco still offers a wide variety of comfortable neighborhoods for people from all walks of life.

Local History
San Francisco was put on the map in 1776 when the Spanish established a fort at what was then called Yerba Buena.  The famous mission, Mission San Francisco de Asís (Mission Dolores) was built shortly thereafter.  There was not major influx of people until the California Gold Rush of 1848, which saw the population grow from 1,000 to over 25,000 within a year.  The entrepreneurial dreams of a better life have fueled growth to t...

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Living in San Francisco
Among other things, San Francisco is know for a wide range of micro-climates – you might be freezing in a windy, swirling fog at Ocean Beach, and an hour later could be baking in the hot sun at AT&T Park, watching the Giants play baseball.  Before you settle on a neighborhood, make sure you understand what the typical climate might entail.

Conclusion
San Francisco’s greatness stems to its coziness and diversity.  No matter where you are, you’re probably no more than 15 minutes away from a grove of trees.  You could be sipping an espresso at a bohemian café, and then brokering a power-deal in the Financial District 10 minutes later.  With the parks, hospitals, and shopping, it is every bit as friendly to family as the singles that appreciate the bar scene.  San Francisco has something for everyone.
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