PACIFICA, CALIFORNIA
Sun Valley is in one of Pacifica’s warmer pockets. Being farther inland makes a noticeable difference here—you get more sun than neighborhoods closer to the coast without going all the way back to the BOV.
Most homes in Linda Mar are ranchers and elevated ranchers, ranging from original to fully remodeled. You’ll also find custom-built modern homes throughout the neighborhood.
Location within Linda Mar matters. The flatter streets closer to the beach offer a different setting than homes farther into the hills, where elevation and orientation can open up ocean and valley views.
CLOSE ENOUGH FOR CONVENIENCE & QUICK BEACH ACCESS, BUT FAR ENOUGH AWAY FOR LESS TOURISTS
some of the WARMEST WEATHER IN PACIFICA WITH TEMPS REACHING THE 90'S IN THE SUMMER
LARGER ESTATE HOMES, MANY ON OVERSIZED LOTS - PLENTY OF ROOM FOR GARDENING & PLAY
Sun Valley is known for its ranch-style homes, many of which have been expanded and updated over the years. You’ll see everything from original single-story ranchers to second-story additions and substantially remodeled homes.
INLAND HILLS &
RESIDENTIAL
~14
MILES
~10
MILES
$1.2MM to
$1.6MM*
*Typical sale range represents the middle 50% of closed single-family home sales during the preceding 12 months, as of September 2026. Source: MLS.
to SFO INT'L
to SAN FRANCISCO
LANDSCAPE & SETTING
Sun Valley is in one of Pacifica’s warmer pockets. Being farther inland makes a noticeable difference here—you get more sun than neighborhoods closer to the coast without going all the way back to the BOV.
Sun Valley is known for its ranch-style homes, many of which have been expanded and updated over the years. You’ll see everything from original single-story ranchers to second-story additions and substantially remodeled homes.
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Sun Valley feels distinctly suburban, with wide streets, established homes, and more sunshine than you’ll find closer to the coast. It’s the kind of neighborhood where most of what you need is only a few minutes away, but home still feels removed from the busier parts of town.
Sun Valley is primarily residential, with shopping and dining concentrated in the neighboring parts of town. Linda Mar Shopping Center covers groceries, fitness, and everyday essentials, with Soul Grind Coffee, Puerto 27, and other Linda Mar favorites nearby.
Linda Mar’s restaurants, cafés, and shops are also a short drive away, giving Sun Valley easy access to both without having the activity right in the neighborhood.
Sun Valley is served by the Pacifica School District and Jefferson Union High School District. Local public schools include Ortega School, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School, and Terra Nova High School. School boundaries and enrollment eligibility can change, so buyers should verify current assignments directly with the appropriate school district.
Sun Valley has easy access to both Highway 1 and Sharp Park Road, making San Francisco, SFO, South San Francisco, and the Peninsula straightforward to reach. Sharp Park Road connects directly to I-280, while Highway 1 takes you north toward Daly City and San Francisco. Colma BART is also just over the hill, giving you another option for getting into San Francisco.
Sun Valley feels distinctly suburban, with wide streets, established homes, and more sunshine than you’ll find closer to the coast. It’s the kind of neighborhood where most of what you need is only a few minutes away, but home still feels removed from the busier parts of town.
Sun Valley is primarily residential, with shopping and dining concentrated in the neighboring parts of town. Linda Mar Shopping Center covers groceries, fitness, and everyday essentials, with Soul Grind Coffee, Puerto 27, and other Linda Mar favorites nearby.
Linda Mar’s restaurants, cafés, and shops are also a short drive away, giving Sun Valley easy access to both without having the activity right in the neighborhood.
Sun Valley is served by the Pacifica School District and Jefferson Union High School District. Local public schools include Ortega School, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School, and Terra Nova High School. School boundaries and enrollment eligibility can change, so buyers should verify current assignments directly with the appropriate school district.
Sun Valley has easy access to both Highway 1 and Sharp Park Road, making San Francisco, SFO, South San Francisco, and the Peninsula straightforward to reach. Sharp Park Road connects directly to I-280, while Highway 1 takes you north toward Daly City and San Francisco. Colma BART is also just over the hill, giving you another option for getting into San Francisco.
Check out some local favorites near Pacifica's Sun Valley neighborhood, and nearby, Linda Mar, & Park Pacifica.
986 Linda Mar Blvd
Pacifica, CA
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1045 Terra Nova Blvd
Pacifica, CA
1007 Terra Nova Blvd
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600 Oddstad Blvd
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1015 Terra Nova Blvd
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900 Yosemite Drive
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