Nob Hill

Nob Hill

Nob Hill is centered on the intersection of California Street and Powell Street. It is one of San Francisco’s 44 hills, and one of its original “Seven Hills.” Prior to the 1850s, Nob Hill was called California Hill (after California Street, which climbs its steep eastern face). It was renamed after the Central Pacific Railroad’s Big Four – called the Nobs – built mansions there.

Known in earlier years for its affluence, views, and gothic high-rise buildings, it still retains its original glamour but is now also home to many young urban professionals.