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Opera Plaza

601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Pool
  • On-Site Retail
  • Elevator
  • Views

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
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Property Information

  • Built in 1981
  • 453 units/13 stories

About Opera Plaza

Enjoy San Francisco living at Opera Plaza. This property is situated at 601 Van Ness Ave in the Cathedral Hill Intermission area of San Francisco. The leasing team is ready for your visit. Start living the good life at Opera Plaza. Contact us or stop by the leasing office to see available floor plans.

Opera Plaza is an apartment community located in San Francisco County and the 94102 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Francisco Unified School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Elevator

24 Hour Access

  • 24 Hour Access
  • On-Site Retail
  • EV Charging
  • Elevator
  • Storage Space
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Courtyard

Apartment Features

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tile Floors

Oven

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Views
  • Lawn
Location
601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco,
CA 94102
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Neighborhood

Located just one mile north of Downtown San Francisco, Cathedral Hill was named after the breathtaking Cathedral of Saint Mary that sits on the north end of the neighborhood. As one of San Francisco’s most densely populated areas, Cathedral Hill packs a lot of attractions into a tight section of town. The Opera Plaza Theater features showings of new hit movies and classic older films throughout the week.

Gough Street and Van Ness Avenue run through Cathedral Hill/Intermission. There’s no shortage of cool restaurants and bars here, and they’re all near neighborhood apartments for rent. Pläj Scandinavian Restaurant & Bar is a neat place known for their octopus salad. On sunny summer days, residents head to Jefferson Square Park to watch recreational sports or take their dogs to the off-leash pet park.

Learn more about living in Cathedral Hill/Intermission 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Cathedral Hill/Intermission San Francisco, CA
Studio $2,567 $2,504
1 Bedroom $3,117 $3,277
2 Bedrooms $4,460 $4,481
3 Bedrooms $4,418 $5,656

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 452 Sq Ft $2,375 $3,219 $5,716
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 685-690 Sq Ft $2,950 $4,003 $10,237
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 993-995 Sq Ft $4,100 $5,727 $9,572
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1280 Sq Ft $5,700 $7,645 $10,000
Amenities
  • 24 Hour Access
  • On-Site Retail
  • EV Charging
  • Elevator
  • Storage Space
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Views
  • Lawn
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Academy of Art University
Drive: 4 min 1.1 mi
UC San Francisco, Mount Zion
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Golden Gate Univ., San Fran.
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
California College of the Arts
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Opera Plaza is within 4 minutes or 1.1 miles from Academy of Art University. It is also near UC San Francisco, Mount Zion and Golden Gate Univ., San Fran..
Schools
Parks (Rosa) Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
Grades K-5
Nearby
Presidio Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Mission High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Montessori House of Children School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
The International School of San Francisco
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
AltSchool Alamo Square
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Francisco include Van Ness (Metro), located 0.5 mile from Opera Plaza. Opera Plaza is near San Francisco International, located 13.9 miles or 22 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 20.5 miles or 32 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Van Ness (Metro)
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Market And Van Ness (F Line)
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Civic Center Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Market And 7Th/Jones
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Metro Civic Center Station/Downtn
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Bayshore Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 18 min 10.1 mi
South San Francisco Caltrain Station Northbound
Drive: 17 min 10.5 mi
Oakland
Drive: 22 min 12.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Francisco International
 Drive: 22 min 13.9 mi
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 32 min 20.5 mi

Walkability Near Opera Plaza

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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56 / 100

Traffic

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Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Opera Plaza.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Trinity Place
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
1350 Van Ness
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Livat San Francisco
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Opera Plaza has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Children's Creativity Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Buena Vista Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Randall Museum
 Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Aquarium of The Bay
 Drive: 8 min 2.7 mi
Opera Plaza has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Children's Creativity Museum, Buena Vista Park, and Randall Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Saint Francis Memorial Hospital
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Francisco
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Opera Plaza has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus which is 0.4 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
East Fort Miley
Drive: 15 min 5.4 mi
West Fort Miley
Drive: 16 min 5.9 mi
Treasure Island Naval Station
Drive: 15 min 6.6 mi
Opera Plaza has 3 military bases within 6.6 miles, the nearest is East Fort Miley which is 5.4 miles away and a 15 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Opera Plaza have in-unit laundry?

Opera Plaza does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Opera Plaza?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Opera Plaza?

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Is Opera Plaza pet-friendly?

Opera Plaza does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Opera Plaza have move-in specials?

Opera Plaza is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Opera Plaza offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Opera Plaza does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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