Balboa Terrace neighborhood was designed and built between 1925-27 in the area West of Twin Peaks. It is one of the few neighborhoods in the City that was designed with and still retains architectural unity. Balboa Terrace neighbors take pride in their little pocket of San Francisco—the area's consistent Mediterranean style, ocean views, grassy walking easements, and family character that make it a unique and desired borough of San Francisco.

Balboa Terrace is bounded by Junipero Serra Boulevard on the west, Ocean Avenue on the south, San Aleso Avenue on the east, and Monterey Boulevard on the north.