On the western edge of San Francisco, Outer Sunset is a quiet neighborhood that borders the Pacific Ocean.

It’s organized in an orderly grid of east-west streets in alphabetical order and north-south streets in numerical order.

Where once there were sand dunes known simply as “the Outside Lands,” now there are seemingly endless rows of colorful two-story homes.

Outer Sunset ends at Ocean Beach, where locals come to surf, fish, and take refuge from the rare hot San Francisco day.

“You can walk your dog to the beach and go wild.” —​Vanessa H., resident

“It's amazing that Golden Gate Park and the beach are so close for walks!” —Val G., resident

“There are a lot of parks for the kids to play in. It's neighborly, friendly, really quiet, and clean.” —​Vanessa H., resident

Like the rest of the western side of San Francisco, Outer Sunset is often windy and foggy, especially during the summer months.

Many surfers, writers, and artists are drawn to this part of the city.

“Its quiet and peaceful streets are excellent for walking and biking. There isn't very much crime or danger in the area.” —David P., resident

Outer Sunset’s commercial districts are lined with produce stores, some new high-end design shops, and restaurants, many of them Chinese.

“The variety of foods and the glimpses of ocean make this neighborhood unique.” —Val G., resident

The Great Highway, which runs along Ocean Beach, gets a lot of traffic but has separate pedestrian and bike paths through the ice plant.

The N Judah streetcar runs the length of the neighborhood, connecting it to the rest of the city.

“People who live in the Sunset have lived there most of their lives. You really get to know your neighbors.” —​Jennifer C., resident