In this episode of The Bay Insider, we head to Mount Davidson Manor, a quiet gem on San Francisco’s west side with deep roots and undeniable charm. Joined by resident Deepti, they explore what makes this 1920s neighborhood so special: its Spanish-Mediterranean architecture, detached homes, ocean views, and that rare sense of calm you don’t often find in the city.

They also trace the legacy of Fernando Nelson, the builder behind much of western San Francisco, and share a few local favorites along the way, from Charm Café and Ambrosia Bakery to Ocean Ale House and Aptos Park.

History
Fernando Nelson
George Davidson
Seven Hills of San Francisco

Restaurants, Cafés and Bars

Ambrosia Bakery
Champa Garden
Charm Café
Cherry Blossom Café
Fruit Barn
Lucho’s
Ocean Ale House
Ofena
Pakwan Restaurant
Philz Coffee
Sakesan
The Plant Lady

Shops
Stone’s Town / Stonestown Galleria
Target
Trader Joe’s
Walgreens
Whole Foods

Recreation
Aptos Park
Balboa Park
British Swim School
CC Arts and Crafts
Mount Davidson
Little Oceanauts
Terrace Green Park
Vibo Music
West Portal Park
YMCA
24 Hour Fitness

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Amanda Martin | Lic #01386284
Ying He | Lic #01964556

BarbCo Real Estate Group

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we’re unpacking what’s really happening in San Francisco real estate right now, from new policies with big ripple effects to one of the largest industry acquisitions still awaiting approval.

After a slower summer, the market’s showing more movement. Interest rates dipped, buyers are easing back in, and single-family homes are holding steady. Condos are starting to wake up again too, especially in SOMA and Mission Bay.

The bigger story? Policy shifts. The new ADU conversion law could open the door for homeowners to sell newly built units as condos, while the city’s proposed upzoning plan may reshape the west side altogether. Both raise real questions about density, access, and how the city evolves.

And on a national scale, Compass’s move to acquire Anywhere Real Estate is sparking plenty of conversation about what’s next for the industry and for independent brokerages like ours.

You can access our data file here: Q3 2025 Market Update Data

Episode Youtube Link: Q3 2025 Market Update Youtube Video

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BarbCo Real Estate Group

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we’re heading to San Francisco’s Inner Richmond, a neighborhood with deep roots and a strong sense of community. We sit down with Patty, a longtime resident who’s called the Richmond home for more than 45 years.

Together, we talk through the neighborhood’s history, from its Irish, Russian, and Chinese influences to the diverse mix of restaurants, bakeries, and family spots you’ll find today. Expect plenty of local tips, like where to find the best produces and pastries.

We also dig into the architecture, the neighborhood’s connection to Golden Gate Park and the Presidio, and why so many people are drawn here. Whether you’re curious about the history, looking for hidden gems, or just wondering what life in Inner Richmond feels like, this episode gives you a personal look at it all.

History
Bay District Racetrack
Ingleside Racetrack
Playland at the Beach
Sutro Baths
“Richmond Specials” architecture

Restaurants, Cafés and Bars
Arsicault Bakery
Brother’s Restaurant
B-Star
Burma Superstar
Cinderella Bakery
Chapeau
Koja Kitchen
Little Vietnam Café
Lily
Mandalay
My Tofu House
Spanish Table
Toy Boat by Jane
Sakesan
Wako Japanese
Wooden Charcoal Korean Village

Shops
April in Paris
Green Apple Books
Kamei Housewares & Restaurant Supply
Park Life
Tantrum

Events
Band Shell in Golden Gate Park
Inner Richmond Farmers Market

Recreation
Flower Piano Event
Golden Gate Park
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival
Neck of the Woods

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Amanda Martin | Lic #01386284
Ying He | Lic #01964556

BarbCo Real Estate Group

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we sit down with longtime Potrero Hill resident and neighborhood historian Peter Linenthal to uncover what makes this hillside community so special. Peter shares personal memories of moving to the neighborhood in the 1970s, the quirks of his century-old home, and stories passed down about local legends and everyday life on the hill. We talk about the resilience of Potrero Hill through the 1906 earthquake, the transformations brought by public housing and community activism, and the way the neighborhood has always been a mix of longtime families, newcomers, and creative voices.

Along the way, Peter reflects on music, art, and the small businesses and gathering spots that shape daily life, as well as his work to preserve the neighborhood’s history through the Potrero Hill Archive Project. This is a conversation about memory, place, and community, about how a hill in the middle of San Francisco has managed to keep its own identity while continuing to evolve.

History
Bethlehem Shipyard
Potrero View Newspaper
The Farm
The Flower Market
Union Iron Works

Restaurants, Cafes & Bars
Breadbelly Bakery
Bottom of the Hill
Chez Maman
Connecticut Yankee
Cracked & Battered
Farley’s Coffeehouse
Ganim’s
Goat Hill Pizza
Mochica
Papito
Plow
Po’Boy Restaurant
Standard Deviant Brewery
Thee Parkside
Umi Sushi

Shops
Christopher’s Books
Good Life Grocery
Whole Foods

Recreation
Crane Cove Park
Jackson Park
McKinley Square
Potrero del Sol Park
Portrero Hill Archives Project
Potrero Hill Community Garden
Potrero Hill Festival
Potrero Hill Recreation Center
Pier 70

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Amanda Martin | Lic #01386284
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BarbCo Real Estate Group

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we’re diving into one of San Francisco’s most talked-about neighborhoods: Dogpatch. We sit down with locals John, Mindy, and Sam to talk about what makes Dogpatch so unique, from its industrial roots and the history of Irish Hill to its growing real estate market and close-knit feel.

We cover everything from Victorian cottages to sleek new construction condos, along with neighborhood favorites like Moshi Moshi sushi, Dogpatch Boulders, Third Rail, and Crane Cove Park. There’s also a stop at Minnesota Street Project, where art and community come together in a way that’s distinctly Dogpatch.

If you’re curious about San Francisco real estate, looking for a sunny, walkable spot to call home, or just want to understand the layers behind this evolving neighborhood, this one’s worth a listen. You’ll get local history, real estate insights, and a window into the kind of lifestyle that’s kept Dogpatch on the radar for good reason.

Restaurants & Cafes
Breadbelly
CoffeeShopSF
Giuliana’s Just For You Cafe
Happy Cow Creamery
Long Bridge Pizza
Moshi Moshi
Neighbor Bakehouse
Piccino
Plant Cafe
Sea Star
Souvla
The Ramp SF
Third Rail
Ungrafted
Wooly Pig Café

Breweries & Bars
Bar Piccino
DIG Wine SF
Dogpatch Saloon
OlFactory Brewing (formerly Triple Voodoo)
Standard Deviant Brewing (moving to Pier 70)
Together/Gather Wine Lounge

Shops
Body Manipulations
BRYR Clogs
Dogpatch Games
Mainstay Markets
Rickshaw Bagworks
La Fromagerie
Olivier's Butchery
Restoration Hardware
Revel Shop
Shipyard K9 Supplies
Velocipede Cyclery

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Amanda Martin | Lic #01386284
Ying He | Lic #01964556

BarbCo Real Estate Group

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we break down the numbers in the San Francisco real estate market for Q2 2025, what it all means looking back, and what we are seeing beyond the numbers.

Yes, home prices have been rising. Single-family homes that check boxes are moving fast. But the condo market? Especially in District 9: SOMA, Mission Bay, South Beach, it’s telling a bit of a stagnant story, with more inventory and a slower pace.

We talk about what’s driving the shifts: the mentality of buyers, changes in interest rates, and some of the hesitation we’re seeing in the market. Plus, we cover the new ADU condo law and how Zillow’s latest listing policy change could affect sellers and agents in San Francisco.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in 2025 or just trying to make sense of the San Francisco housing market right now, this episode is packed with insights to help break it all down.

You can access our data file here: Q2 2025 Market Update Data

Episode Youtube Link: Q2 2025 Market Update Youtube Video

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BarbCo Real Estate Group

In the final episode of our Sausalito Series on The Bay Insider, we sit down with longtime resident and fifth-generation Californian Chris Ornellas to talk about what makes Sausalito such a layered, memorable place to live.

From its roots as a Coast Miwok settlement to its Prohibition-era days as a rum-runner hideout, to the anchor out community, Sausalito has always been a little offbeat in the best way. We explore iconic neighborhoods like the sunny Banana Belt and windy Hurricane Gulch, the town’s artistic and maritime culture, and what it’s like to live just north of the Golden Gate Bridge in one of Marin County’s most scenic towns.

Chris shares local favorites like the chicken sandwich at The Joinery and pizza at Sandrino, plus insight into community events like the Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade and the Farmers Market at Dunphy Park. We also talk about the impact of Sea Trek and the Matthew Turner tall ship in keeping Sausalito’s boating culture alive.

Events

Sausalito Classic Car Show
Sausalito “Souper Bowl”
Sausalito Crab Festival
Sausalito Herring Festival
Spring Sausalito City-Wide Yard Sale
Sausalito Jazz and Blues by the Bay
Sausalito Pride Celebrations
Juneteenth Festival in Marin City
Sausalito Fireworks and 4th of July Parade and Picnic
Galilee Harbor Community Maritime Day
The 3rd Annual Sausalito Boat Show
Annual Sausalito Chili Cook-off
Fleet Week
A Toast to Sausalito, a Beer, Wine and Spirits festival
Sea Trek Regatta
Sausalito Halloween Parade
Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade

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Amanda Martin | Lic #01386284
Ying He | Lic #01964556

BarbCo Real Estate Group

In this episode of The Bay Insider, we take a closer look at one of the most unique lifestyles in the Bay Area, living in a floating home in Sausalito.

Our guest, Leisa Snyder, an interior designer and longtime resident of a floating home on Issaquah Dock shares what day-to-day life is really like out on the water. From early morning paddleboarding on Richardson Bay to impromptu “dock alerts,” it’s a world that feels both peaceful and deeply connected.

We talk about the difference between houseboats and floating homes, the surprising post-1906 earthquake history behind the community, and iconic spots like the SS Vallejo and Yellow Ferry. If you’re curious about what it’s like to live in Sausalito's floating homes, this one’s for you.

History
Historic Film about Floating Homes: Last Free Ride (1974)
Floating Homes Association
Yellow Ferry Stay
Sea Trek Kayaking and SUP Center
Alan Watts - The Houseboat Summit
Taj Mahal
Sausalito Floating Homes

Leisa Snyder Contact Information:
Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisa-snyder-0b4639189/
Design Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/leisasnyderdesign
Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/leisasnyder.design/
Website: https://www.leisasnyder.design/

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BarbCo Real Estate Group