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686 Post
686 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Verified
Apartment building
Studio
Pet-friendly
Street parking
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 01 Studio, 1 ba | 473 | Now | $2,945 |
What's special
Hardwood floorsBig spacious kitchen
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Sun: | 9 am - 5 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Security
- Gated Entry: Controlled Access/Gated
Services & facilities
- Elevator: Elevator Access
Unit Features
Internet/Satellite
- High-Speed Internet Ready
Policies
Parking
Street
- Street parking available for most apartments, limited availability.
Special Features
- Public Transportation
- Recycling Services
- Vintage: Historic Building
Neighborhood: Lower Nob Hill
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Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
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Very BikeableNearby schools in San Francisco
O'Connell (John) High School
Grades 9-12 • 2 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10College Readiness Rating
3/10Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.9 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
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7/10College Readiness Rating
7/10Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School
Grades 9-12 • 4.7 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
6/10Living in San Francisco
Lower Nob Hill sits on the slope below Nob Hill, close to downtown and the Tenderloin, with steep streets and a cool, often foggy San Francisco climate. Its historic apartment buildings and proximity to the Powell Street cable car route give the area a distinctly city-centre feel. Huntington Park and Grace Cathedral are nearby landmarks, while neighborhood streets offer cafés, restaurants, and everyday shops alongside the wider dining and nightlife options of Union Square. Public transit, including Muni buses and nearby cable cars, makes it practical to get around without a car; walking means navigating hills. For Lower Nob Hill, the median rent is $2,695 per month, with a typical range of $855 to $12,495.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 686 Post located, and what is the neighborhood like?
686 Post is located at 686 Post St in Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Liholiho Yacht Club, Kuma Sushi + Sake, and The Coffee Movement.
What is the average rent in San Francisco, CA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Lower Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco is currently $2,695 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to 686 Post?
The schools assigned to 686 Post include O'Connell (John) High School, Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High School, and Burton (Phillip And Sala) Academic High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 686 Post?
686 Post is located near 5 grocery stores, including Nijiya Market (1 mile) and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Williams-Sonoma, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 686 Post?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 686 Post include Select Physical Therapy - San Francisco - Downtown (0.8 miles away), The Apothecarium Dispensary SoMa (0.9 miles away), and Eye Carumba Optometry (1 mile away).
