Glen Park blends historic charm with everyday convenience, offering a rare village atmosphere within the city. Originally developed in the late 1800s as one of San Francisco’s early streetcar suburbs, Glen Park retains its intimate, neighborly feel while evolving into a vibrant hub of local life.
At the heart of the neighborhood is a compact, walkable commercial district filled with distinctive mom-and-pop businesses, cozy coffee shops and independent boutiques. Local favorites like Gus’s Community Market, Critter Fritter pet store, and a diverse mix of restaurants anchor daily life, making it easy to run errands or meet friends without leaving the neighborhood.
One of Glen Park’s most unique features is Glen Park Canyon, a lush natural open space with hiking trails, native landscaping, and creekside paths—an unexpected nature escape just steps from homes and shops.
Commuters appreciate the neighborhood’s excellent connectivity. The Glen Park BART Station provides quick, direct access to downtown San Francisco and the broader Bay Area, while nearby access to Highways 280 and 101 makes driving to Silicon Valley, SFO, or the Peninsula remarkably efficient.
With its mix of historic roots, strong community identity, green space, and seamless transit access, Glen Park offers a lifestyle that feels both relaxed and well-connected—an ideal balance for those seeking neighborhood charm without sacrificing urban convenience.
9,556 people live in Glen Park, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $116,666. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Glen Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including August Valentine, Sebastian Hagemeyer Health & Fitness, and Stryde.
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| Shopping | 2.64 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.65 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.52 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.79 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.7 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.92 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.52 miles | 36 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.51 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.65 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.69 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.45 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.65 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.96 miles | 24 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.79 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.83 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.68 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.62 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.23 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.69 miles | 43 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.08 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.6 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.21 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.62 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.64 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Glen Park has 3,830 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Glen Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 9,556 people call Glen Park home. The population density is 27,709.503 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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