Monday, October 22, 2018

SF’s Hayes Valley - An Up-and-Coming Neighborhood with Heart


San Francisco-based Paul Iantorno works with Golden Properties, LLC, to develop and rent a variety of single- and multi-family properties. A fourth-generation San Franciscan, he is part of a family with deep roots in the community and its real estate industry. Paul Iantorno’s major projects include the development of a four-story residential building on Hayes Street in the trendy and widely sought-after Hayes Valley neighborhood.

Homes in Hayes Valley are becoming increasingly popular among young professionals. Yet even as this once run-down neighborhood has gentrified, it continues to be home to a diverse population, offering a real sense of community. The neighborhood maintains its own local newspaper, announcing events such as a holiday block party, meetings on public safety, and a wealth of family activities.

Hayes Valley is also home to an eclectic and multicultural collection of restaurants, including Souvla, offering Greek food in a casual atmosphere with an industrial decor; Rich Table, which blends a California rustic menu with fine wines and personalized tasting options; and 20th Century Cafe, whose Russian honey cakes have gained a dedicated local following.

Boutiques in the neighborhood sell sophisticated and eco-sourced clothing and gifts, as well as a range of handcrafted jewelry, paper items, and more.