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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Walk-in closets
  • Open floor plans
  • Newly renovated apartment homes
  • Covered parking
  • Business center
  • Contemporary kitchens

Location

101 Mc Lellan Dr, South San Francisco, CA 94080, USA|Winston-Serra
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Management

Equity Residential

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Leasing office

(209) 837-3593

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

South City Station stands out with a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.9, reflecting excellent quality, location, and value. It offers competitive pricing, extensive amenities such as contemporary kitchens and open floor plans, and recently renovated apartments. Additionally, its commendable proximity to top-rated schools and pet-friendly features further enhance its appeal for potential renters, making it a well-rounded choice in the market.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
South City Station is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio C - Unit EStudio1 bath310 sqft$2,102 /mo1 unit available
1 Bedroom A1 bed1 bath750 sqft$2,945–$3,054 /mo9 units available
2 Bedrooms B2 bed2 bath1,103 sqft$3,733–$3,833 /mo3 units available
2 Bedrooms A2 bed2 bath1,054 sqft$3,755–$3,779 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for South City Station

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCarpet
DryerView
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Business CenterCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center

Grounds

Garage ParkingGate
Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

Availability 24 HoursNight Patrol
On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package Service
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
Limit3
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$80

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit3
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$75

Parking

Garage ParkingContact for Price

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$500
Building details

Property details

Year built2007
Units368
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About South City Station

HomeApartments in South San FranciscoWinston-Serra South City Station

South City Station Apartments offers newly renovated apartment homes and is situated perfectly between downtown San Francisco and the Peninsula. You'll have the best of the Bay area right at your doorstep, including restaurants and shopping. Our open floor plans feature contemporary kitchens with plenty of storage and work space. Each home features high ceilings, walk-in closets, in-home washer/dryer and spacious garden-style tubs. Enjoy our 24-hr fitness center, business center, spa, BBQ's and covered parking.


Year Built: 2007

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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.3
/10
Excellent
South City Station is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated South City Station
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, South City Station is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Winston-Serra. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
South City Station stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
South City Station offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
South City Station has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at South City Station.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
South City Station has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

South City Station is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 South City Station compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 266 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 349 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Winston-Serra

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Winston-Serra.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at South City Station to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Winston-Serra.

Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Winston-Serra
South San Francisco
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South San Francisco
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,396
November 2023$2,536
December 2023$2,636
January 2024$2,704
February 2024$2,661
March 2024$2,530
April 2024$2,317
May 2024$2,280
June 2024$2,300
July 2024$2,319
August 2024$2,377
September 2024$2,458
October 2024$2,423
November 2024$2,375
December 2024$2,437
January 2025$2,404
February 2025$2,337
March 2025$2,329
April 2025$2,436
May 2025$2,459
June 2025$2,460
July 2025$2,514
August 2025$2,445
September 2025$2,589
October 2025$2,698
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Winston-Serra
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,500
March 2024$2,450
April 2024$2,276
June 2024$2,300
August 2024$2,233
September 2024$2,095
November 2024$1,989
January 2025$1,450
February 2025$1,690
July 2025$1,400
August 2025$2,644

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Can I afford to live at 101 Mc Lellan Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$84,080/yr

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Schools near South City Station

Sunshine Gardens Elementary School

1200 miller ave

south san francisco, CA, 94080

K-5Public
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Getting around South San Francisco near 101 Mc Lellan Dr

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 101 Mc Lellan Dr, South San Francisco

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 101 Mc Lellan Dr

Trader Joe's
301 Mc Lellan Dr
Costco Wholesale
1600 El Camino Real
Grocery Outlet
125 Hickey Blvd
Friends Market
200 San Felipe Ave
Auntie M's Fine Foods & Pastries
1127 El Camino Real

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