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$3,300 / Month

686 2nd Ave

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San Francisco, CA 94118

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $3,795

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

About This Property

$3,300 | 686 2nd Avenue San Francisco, CA 94118 This bright and spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment features updated kitchen and bathroom, stainless steel appliances, and elegant hardwood floors. Available for immediate move-in, with parking included and laundry on-site. Enjoy a shared yard patio for relaxation. This unit is located in the Inner Richmond! Don't miss out on this convenient and stylish living space! Walk Score: 96 / 100 (Walker's Paradise) FEATURES: • Spacious living area w/ decorative fireplace • Large kitchen w/ lots of cabinetry • Laundry in building • Hardwood Floors • Shared Yard Patio TERMS: • 1 year lease • Security Deposit = 1 month's rent • No smoking • Sorry, no pets! • Tenant responsible for all utilities Contact Abe for more information or to schedule a tour! Abe Araj CalDRE#02101166 Gaetani Real Estate CalDRE: 01986860 Floor plans and images are intended for illustrative purposes only. The actual apartment homes, including their layouts, finishes, and dimensions, may vary from the images and floor plans presented. Dimensions are approximate and not guaranteed. This unit is a rental unit subject to the San Francisco Rent Ordinance, which limits evictions without just cause, and which states that any waiver by tenant of their rights under the rent ordinance is void as contrary to public policy.

686 2Nd Ave is a house located in San Francisco County and the 94118 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Francisco Unified attendance zone.

House Features

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Neighborhood

Extending from Ocean Beach east, the Richmond District is wedged between the Presidio to the north and Golden Gate Park to the south. The neighborhood includes the University of San Francisco, which is located on the east end of the Richmond District. With its gorgeous stretch of beach to Golden Gate Park's fantastic destinations like the de Young Museum, the San Francisco Botanical Garden, and the Koret Children's Quarter Playground, residents of the Richmond District enjoy fantastic outdoor activities. Other nearby destinations include Sutro Heights Park, Mountain Lake Park, and the Lincoln Park and Golf Course.

With its soaring cliffs and ocean waves, the Richmond District is one of San Francisco's most popular neighborhoods. Be sure to visit the historic Cliff House, built in 1863, for fantastic beach views.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 556 Sq Ft $2,200 $3,472 $4,800
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1101 Sq Ft $3,100 $4,247 $6,350
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1903 Sq Ft $11,000 — —
Amenities
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of San Francisco
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
UC San Francisco, Mount Zion
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
UC San Francisco, Parnassus
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Academy of Art University
Drive: 10 min 3.2 mi
686 2nd Ave is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from University of San Francisco. It is also near UC San Francisco, Parnassus and UC San Francisco, Mount Zion.
Schools
Hillside Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
New Traditions Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
259 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
657 Students
Attendance Zone
Washington (George) High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,068 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
522 Students
Attendance Zone
Presidio Hill School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 1-8
217 Students
Nearby
Zion Lutheran School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
152 Students
Nearby
Challenge To Learning
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Francisco include Carl St & Stanyan St, located 1.0 miles from 686 2nd Ave. 686 2nd Ave is near San Francisco International, located 15.7 miles or 27 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 23.2 miles or 37 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Carl St & Stanyan St
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Carl Street And Hillway Avenue
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Irving St & 2Nd Ave
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Irving And 4Th Avenue
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Irving St & 6Th Ave
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 10 min 4.8 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 16 min 7.9 mi
South San Francisco Caltrain Station Northbound
Drive: 21 min 12.3 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 23 min 12.7 mi
Oakland
Drive: 26 min 14.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Francisco International
 Drive: 27 min 15.7 mi
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 37 min 23.2 mi

Walkability Near 686 2nd Ave San Francisco, CA 94118

Walker's Paradise
92
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
73
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Very Bikeable
86
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 686 2nd Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The City Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Japan Center
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Market & Noe Center
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
686 2nd Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.5 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Conservatory of Flowers
 Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
California Academy of Sciences
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Steinhart Aquarium
 Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
San Francisco Botanical Garden
 Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Japanese Tea Garden
 Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
686 2nd Ave has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Conservatory of Flowers, California Academy of Sciences, and Steinhart Aquarium.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Mary's Medical Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
UCSF Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
686 2nd Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is St. Mary's Medical Center which is 0.4 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
East Fort Miley
Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
West Fort Miley
Drive: 10 min 3.7 mi
Treasure Island Naval Station
Drive: 20 min 9.3 mi
686 2nd Ave has 3 military bases within 9.3 miles, the nearest is East Fort Miley which is 2.9 miles away and a 9 minute drive.

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