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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for November 2026.*
*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Polk Gulch real estate market. *
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Inventory and contract activity in Polk Gulch have been brisk in the latest rolling three-month view. Active listings are holding steady at 20, while homes sold are up more than 11% year over year and pending sales have climbed about 28%, signaling strong buyer engagement.
From a supply standpoint, conditions have tightened sharply compared with a year ago. Months of supply has dropped to just 0.8, far below San Francisco’s 2.1 months, and median days on market has fallen to 17, down about 19% year over year, showing homes are moving much faster than they did last year.
Pricing is reacting to this faster pace in a nuanced way. The typical home value is up more than 64% from a year ago, yet the median list price is down roughly 14% year over year, and about 75% of recent sales closed above list with an average sale-to-list ratio above 103%, so both buyers and sellers can benefit from working with an Agent Pronto–recommended agent to navigate these dynamics.
Polk Gulch offers residents a walkable, vibrant urban lifestyle with historic charm, diverse dining options, convenient transit access, and a close-knit community feel.
Polk Gulch in San Francisco is a compact, walkable neighborhood known for everyday convenience, strong transit access, and a lively main corridor along Polk Street. Residents are within easy reach of Downtown and the Civic Center, yet the area maintains a more relaxed, human scale that appeals to both long‑time locals and newcomers.
Errands are simple here. Polk Street is lined with grocers, pharmacies, gyms, and casual dining, from classic diners to contemporary spots. Popular nearby destinations such as Lafayette Park, Helen Wills Playground, and the Tenderloin Community School provide green space and educational options within a short walk. Coffee shops and neighborhood bars make it easy to meet friends without getting in a car.
Practical livability is a major draw. Multiple Muni lines and nearby Van Ness Station connect Polk Gulch to the rest of San Francisco. Cyclists appreciate access to nearby bike routes, while car owners value the comparatively better parking than in some denser districts like SoMa or North Beach. Cultural hubs such as the Asian Art Museum and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are close enough to walk, yet far enough that home streets tend to stay quieter at night.
Whether you are relocating to Polk Gulch or preparing to sell, a local Agent Pronto recommended agent can explain micro‑blocks, transit nuances, and building differences, helping reduce stress and keep your move or sale on track.
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“Payal is a good person, very supportive and communicative. She always makes time to interact and showed me many places before I found "the one", and I wouldn't have found it without her. She is knowledgeable and trustworthy.”
“We found Jennifer & Carren through a family member, who also worked with them to find her home, and we couldn't have asked for a better team to help us find ours! Jennifer & Carren were incredibly communicative, knowledgeable, and proactive throughout the entire process. They regularly sent us home recommendations, were always available to answer our questions, and made what could have been a stressful experience genuinely fun. We learned so much from them along the way! They're a great duo and very easy to work with. Where they really shined was in negotiations. After our first offer, we thought we'd lost the house, but they were persistent and strategic, and ultimately helped us win against competing buyers, all while keeping us below our budget. Their years of experience and strong relationships in the industry really made a difference. We're so grateful to have worked with them and couldn't recommend them more highly (in fact, we already recommended them to a friend who was looking)!”
“Working with Joe and the entire RISE Homes team was truly a dream! They made selling our home such a breeze from start to finish. They handled every detail, both big and small, which took a huge weight off our family's shoulders. Joe and his team genuinely listened to all of our questions, comments, and concerns with care and patience. They always made sure to check in with us throughout every step of the process, keeping us informed and making sure we felt supported along the way. We truly cannot thank Joe and the entire RISE Homes team enough for everything they did for our family. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
“Mia was great. I was previously an agent. I knew mia and her work quality and when it came time to sell she was a great option. She also had the best market value projections through her experience in San Francisco. When issues arose she handled the situation very help and help lead to a smooth closing. My partner and I are very appreciative of her quality of overall service.”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better real estate agent than Yelena. She’s truly the best realtor in San Francisco! We were introduced to Yelena through a relocation company in November 2025, and from the beginning, she impressed us with her professionalism, market knowledge, and genuine commitment to finding us the right home. What my wife and I appreciated most was her patience, honesty, and thoughtful advice. She never pressured us and was particularly good at managing my expectations, helping me evaluate different properties, and occasionally talking me out of alternatives that, in hindsight, wouldn’t have been the right choice. She was never afraid to give her candid opinion, even when it meant disagreeing with me. Ultimately, Yelena helped us find and secure a fantastic off-market apartment that we likely would never have discovered without her connections and initiative. Her negotiating skills were exceptional, securing us a great purchase price as well as a terrific deal on the interior furnishings. Throughout the process, she was incredibly responsive, detail-oriented, and always looking out for our interests. Beyond being an outstanding realtor, Yelena is simply a wonderful person to work with. My wife and I are thrilled with our new home. If you’re looking for the best realtor in San Francisco, look no further than Yelena. We couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
“We interviewed seven agents before selecting Jim Tierney, and we’re very glad we chose him. His experience, strong knowledge of the local market, and reasonable commission stood out from the beginning. Jim and his team were excellent to work with and made the entire process feel very smooth and well organized. He was responsive, practical, and kept us well informed from preparation through closing. We were very happy with both his service and the final result and would highly recommend him.”
“I give Linnette and her team the highest recommendation possible. If you miss out on working with her, you're making a mistake. I originally met her when buying my home in North Oakand 10 years ago, and she was excellent. During Covid, I left the area, and in 2026 I made the decision to sell. It was a no-brainer to go back to Linnette. I am across the country, and she managed the entire process with no hassle for me. Took care of specs, comps, price modeling, recommended renovations, affordable contractor, etc. She and her team were in great touch throughout. I trusted her opinions, and she got me a wild number of bids and an incredible purchase price. Everything went off without a hitch. I would definitely work with her again. Thanks, Team Linnette!”
“We had a wonderful experience working with Adan to buy our home in the Bay Area. Right from the beginning, it was clear that he had our back and was genuinely committed to representing us. As first-time buyers, we had a lot of questions, but Adan answered every single question with patience, kindness, and incredible knowledge. He made the showing process fun and stress-free, and his communication was always seamless. Adan is an amazing realtor, and we are so grateful for his support. We would recommend him in a heartbeat!”
“When I was interested in selling my home, I started reading reviews of realtors. Nick Flageollet reviews were very positive. After speaking with him I found him to be very responsive, if Nick didn’t answer my phone calls he would return my calls soon afterwards. He would provide answers to all my questions During the selling process of my first home a buyers agent asked me how I met Nick, the buyers agent expressed all positive remarks about Nick. Nick was very patient with me due to my delay on getting my homes ready for him to put onto the market. When I was ready to sell Nick immediately went into action. He provided a great marketing strategy and kept me informed during the whole process I was so impressed with Nick’s real estate skills i contacted him for selling my second home that sold in 12 days with an offer more than listing price”
“She is a strategic planner, and can get the job done under challenging circumstances. She was our seller agent and sold our house at a price beyond our expectations with multiple offers. We can’t ask for more. We highly recommend Mattie to everyone who wants to buy or sell their house”
“I am so grateful for Danny Burgess, for helping me with the purchase of my first home. From the very beginning, he was incredibly helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. He made the entire process easy to understand and was always available to answer any questions and guide me through each step. Buying my first home felt like a big and sometimes overwhelming experience, but Danny made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the journey. His professionalism, dedication, and genuine care made such a difference. Thank you, Danny, for helping make my dream of owning a home a reality! I truly appreciate everything you've done for me and would highly recommend you to anyone looking to buy a home.”
“I had such an amazing experience working with Nicole. She truly went above and beyond every step of the way and made the entire process so much easier and less stressful. From the very beginning, she was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely caring. She always made me and my kids feel like a priority and was willing to do whatever it took to help us reach our goals both as a buyer and a seller. Her attention to detail, and commitment was truly exceptional. Beyond being an outstanding real estate agent, I always felt we were in good hands and could trust Nicole completely. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an agent.”
“Alfredo did an outstanding job assisting me with the sale of my townhouse. He was very quick in helping get the property ready for showings and helped keep the entire process stress free thanks to his knowledge and responsiveness throughout. I definitely will not hesitate to use Alfredo again or to recommend him to my family and friends.”
“Tony Ngai has been our family’s trusted real estate agent for a long time, guiding us through multiple home purchases and sales across Santa Clara and most recently in San Jose. Tony is the absolute gold standard of professionalism; he treats everyone with the utmost respect and brings exceptional market knowledge and sharp negotiation skills to the table. He does deep research into local communities and stays entirely up-to-date on market trends. His communication style is flawless—he is always available via phone, text, or email whenever you need him. Most recently, Tony helped my elderly parents sell their home. His endless patience and care were remarkable. He even went above and beyond by attending the final signing at the escrow office in person just to provide an extra pair of eyes and ensure any last-minute questions were answered. Having his presence there brought our family immense comfort. If you want a knowledgeable, dedicated, and deeply respectful agent who goes above and beyond, we highly recommend Tony!”
“Before I was really ready to buy a place I saw a listing on Zillow that piqued my curiosity and I marked that I was interested in visiting. The system matched me with Evan and I am so glad it did! From an initial conversation about how I was in the early stages of thinking about buying a place to the day that I got my new keys I felt like Evan was on my team. He understood quickly what I liked and helped me navigate the very intimidating process of buying for the first time. Evan was very responsive to my questions whether they were big or small. My perfect home came on the market while Evan was traveling and he was up all hours in France to make sure the bidding process went smoothly for me. On top of everything, Evan is a delight. His smiling face kept me calm amidst the zaniness of the San Francisco real estate market.”
“Thomas was personable, flexible, timely, and communicative! We met him through Zillow and requested his services outside of his area of focus (we were buying in Marin County, and he usually specializes in San Francisco), but he jumped in to help and established open dialogues with selling agents at homes we were interested in. My husband and I enjoyed working with Thomas and appreciated his transparency and humor. We can’t speak to his negotiation skills as we did not enter into much negotiation, but we did close fast and smoothly (within 14 days) with his help and guidance, as well as the help of a great lender at Wells Fargo and a great title associate at Fidelity National Title. This was our first in-depth home buying experience, so we don’t have much to compare to, but Thomas made this experience possible, effective, and fun.”
“I had a stellar experience working with Kathy as a first-time buyer. Before I was referred to her by my friend, I haven't felt that agents I tried to work with fully centered my needs during the search. All throughout, she was knowledgeable, patient, supportive, communicative, responsive, and most of all, real when it came to what I should expect from the market and pros/cons of every single choice. She took the time to learn my motivations and goals, and invested in my journey to navigate what is objectively a challenging and draining process. Touring homes with her really helped solidify my non-negotiables and preferences. On offer days, her preparation, communication and hustle allowed me to pivot quickly as needed, let my strategies play out, and put my best foot forward to always be competitive. The power of her network also helped with my financing and ultimately securing my home at a value that I can be thrilled about. At closing, she took accountability for a minor oversight by covering a fee which spoke volumes, and also surprised me with an amazing appliance gift. Overall, becoming a homeowner with her in my corner has been incredibly comforting, and I would highly recommend reaching out to her!”
“This review is long overdue! We used Nicole to help sell our home in Rohnert Park earlier this year and yall SHE IS A ROCKSTAR!! We sold our home while living out of state and this amazing woman made the process so simple! We have since bought and sold multiple homes and none of those experiences can even come close to the care, communication, and quality that we received with Nicole! She made the complicated process extremely simple, took care of every detail for us since we were out of state, and got us a great offer within a short period of time on the market. She works so hard at her job and you can truly see how much she loves being a realtor! We enjoyed working with Nicole so much that my husband and I often joke that we should buy a home in CA again just to work with her. So take this as your sign. If you are even questioning using Nicole, please do it! You will be so happy you did! Thank you again Nicole for all you did for us!!”
“Brian was instrumental in helping us find a place - the process took years on and off as I was casually looking. I always appreciated his availability, advice as well as having my best interest at heart. I would recommend him for his extensive knowledge but also willingness to really get to know the buyer before moving forward with a purchase. When it came to closing, everything went as smooth as it could have, given that Brian has so much local experience and know how long things take/how difficult a process can be.”
“When my husband and I were looking for a real estate agent in SF, Bianca was one of three agents we "interviewed" to guide us on our home buying journey. She was a clear winner and we are so glad we got to work with her! Bianca is super professional, very easy to communicate with, and has a strong work ethic. She was patient while we toured homes and figured out what we really wanted, was respectful and knowledgeable about our budget restrictions, and had a ton of expertise to share when it came time to put in offers. We are so happy to have closed on our home last month thanks to Bianca's advice and care. Even after closing, she has been supportive and responsive. My recommendation: hire Bianca and then do exactly as she says! You won't regret it. Thanks for everything, Bianca!”
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