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251 Parnassus Ave #1, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA|Cole Valley
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Amenities for 251 Parnassus Ave #1, Cole Valley
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
| Quartz Kitchen Counters | Tenant Pays Gas and Electric |
| Water & Sewer Included |
Appliances
| Electric Stove/Oven | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Electric Furnace | No Smoking Building |
| Onsite Laundry | Pay Laundry Onsite |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Park Nearby |
Other
| Cats Negotiable | No Air Conditioning |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 251 Parnassus Ave #1
251 Parnassus Avenue – Unit #1 Fully Renovated 1 Bedroom Available December 1, 2026 — 12-month lease Now Showing During Renovations — Reserve Your New Home Before Completion! Location Located in the heart of Cole Valley, one of San Francisco’s most charming and walkable neighborhoods, 251 Parnassus offers an exceptional combination of neighborhood character, convenience, and access to outdoor recreation. Situated between UCSF’s Parnassus campus and iconic Haight Street, the property is just steps from the N-Judah Muni line, providing convenient access to downtown San Francisco. Cole Valley’s tree-lined streets, independent shops, neighborhood cafés, and highly regarded restaurants create a welcoming, village-like atmosphere. Residents also enjoy easy access to Golden Gate Park, Mt. Sutro hiking trails, and the many attractions of the nearby Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. Neighborhood highlights include: • Zazie, Beit Rima, InoVino, and other popular neighborhood restaurants • Kezar Pub and Cole Valley Tavern • Luke’s Local – neighborhood grocery store at Cole & Parnassus • Whole Foods Market (Haight & Stanyan) • Cole Valley Hardware and neighborhood boutiques • Golden Gate Park and Mt. Sutro Open Space Reserve • UCSF Parnassus campus and N-Judah Muni line ⸻ Unit features – Renovations underway In progress improvements and features include: • Brand-new quartz kitchen countertops • New undermount kitchen sink and faucet • New marble tile backsplash • New porcelain tile flooring in the kitchen and dining area • Freshly painted interior, including kitchen cabinetry ⸻ Property amenities • Coinless laundry facilities (pay by app) • Online rent payments • Online maintenance requests • Reserved parking space available to rent (additional monthly charge) Parking note: The available parking space is compact but conveniently accessible, making it a practical option for residents with smaller vehicles. ⸻ Renovation and showing information Showings are available now while renovations are in progress. Prospective residents will have the opportunity to view the apartment’s layout, evaluate the space, and learn about the planned improvements before renovations are complete. Please note that the apartment is currently an active renovation site. Some finishes, fixtures, and improvements may not be installed or completed at the time of your showing. Photos are of the original unit. Anticipated move-in date: December 1, 2026. ⸻ Included in price • Water • Garbage (Tenant responsible for personal gas and electric service.) ⸻ Move-in costs • First month’s rent • $1,500 security deposit • $800 pet deposit (if applicable) • $35 application fee ⸻ Lease terms • 12-month lease • Pets negotiable • Parking available for an additional monthly charge
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 251 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA compares to other nearby properties.
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- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cole Valley |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 94117 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cole Valley
1-bedroom apartments at 251 Parnassus Ave #1 cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Francisco.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Cole Valley
San Francisco
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,042 |
| December 2024 | $3,063 |
| January 2025 | $3,160 |
| February 2025 | $3,135 |
| March 2025 | $3,201 |
| April 2025 | $3,216 |
| May 2025 | $3,313 |
| June 2025 | $3,355 |
| July 2025 | $3,397 |
| August 2025 | $3,450 |
| September 2025 | $3,515 |
| October 2025 | $3,508 |
| November 2025 | $3,501 |
| December 2025 | $3,540 |
| January 2026 | $3,663 |
| February 2026 | $3,646 |
| March 2026 | $3,793 |
| April 2026 | $3,851 |
| May 2026 | $3,998 |
| June 2026 | $4,066 |
| July 2026 | $4,184 |
| August 2026 | $4,341 |
| September 2026 | $4,411 |
| October 2026 | $4,484 |
| November 2026 | $4,407 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,850 |
| December 2024 | $2,950 |
| January 2025 | $2,950 |
| February 2025 | $2,895 |
| March 2025 | $2,821 |
| April 2025 | $3,306 |
| May 2025 | $3,099 |
| July 2025 | $3,158 |
| August 2025 | $3,218 |
| January 2026 | $3,700 |
| November 2026 | $4,000 |
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Can I afford to live at 251 Parnassus Ave #1?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $2,600 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,195 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,450 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,650 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,195 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $2,800 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 251 Parnassus Ave #1
Grattan Elementary School
165 grattan st
san francisco, CA, 94117
K-5Public
A
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
1250 waller st
san francisco, CA, 94117
K-5Public
A
Rooftop Elementary School
443 burnett ave
san francisco, CA, 94131
K-8Public
A-
Alice Fong Yu Elementary
1541 12th ave
san francisco, CA, 94122
K-8Public
A-
Marshall Elementary School
1575 15th st
san francisco, CA, 94103
K-5Public
C+
Getting around San Francisco near 251 Parnassus Ave #1
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 251 Parnassus Ave #1, San Francisco
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Lava Java
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Starbucks
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Caffe Terzetto Express
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Kezar Bar & Restaurant
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Mad Dog in the Fog
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Say Cheese
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Andante Dairy LLC
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