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Moving to Pacifica, CA
$1,249,500Median listing price
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About Pacifica
Pacifica is a coastside San Mateo County city of about 38,000 between San Francisco and Half Moon Bay, known for its dramatic cliffs, surfing at Linda Mar Beach, the Pacifica Pier, and Devil's Slide Trail. A foggy, scenic beach town with a laid-back vibe.
Home prices in Pacifica
The median listing price in Pacifica is $1,249,500.
Top places in Pacifica
- Pacifica Pier — the popular fishing pier (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Linda Mar (Pacifica State Beach) — beginner surf break.
- Devil's Slide Trail — 1.2-mile coastal trail on the old highway.
- Rockaway Beach — shops and restaurants.
Commuting from Pacifica
- No rail service; SamTrans buses connect to BART and Caltrain.
- Approximate drive to downtown San Francisco via CA-1 and I-280: ~30–50 minutes (Devil's Slide tunnels and tourist traffic add time).
Schools in Pacifica
Public schools: Pacifica School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Pacifica FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Pacifica, CA?
The median listing price in Pacifica is $1,249,500. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Pacifica, CA?
No rail service; SamTrans buses connect to BART and Caltrain. - Which school district serves Pacifica, CA?
Pacifica is served by Pacifica School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.