Noe Valley, San Francisco

Noe Valley is roughly bordered by Dolores, 30th St, Diamond Heights Blvd, and 21st St. This quaint village-style suburb is a generally sunny pocket wedged between the Mission district, the Castro, Diamond Heights and Glen Park.

The heart of the area centers on 24th St - a self-contained conglomerate of  upscale coffee houses, restaurants, a grocery store, and fashion and specialty shops. The area is serviced by the Route 24, 35 and 48 Muni buses and the J Church Muni Metro line which runs all the way along Church St; an efficient and easy 20 minute commute to the San Francisco financial district.

The area has a stroller and dog-friendly population, with several small parks (including Douglass Park) and Dolores Park within easy reach. There are also several neighborhood bars and yoga studios.