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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Bike storage
  • Elevator
  • Gleaming floors
  • Below ground parking
  • Open plan

Location

81 Frank Norris St #303, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA|Downtown
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Management

Century21 Real Estate

Leasing office

(628) 313-1991

Property Overview

81 Frank Norris St offers an open-plan layout with gleaming floors, convenient elevator access, and below-ground parking, plus bike storage for added practicality. Overall expert insights suggest this property delivers a well-rounded living experience, balancing comfort, modern finishes, and everyday convenience.

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

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, 81 Frank Norris St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 81 Frank Norris St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

San Francisco, CA - Apartment - $1,900.00 Available April 20261 bed1 bath620 sqft$1,900 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to 81 Frank Norris Place. This 32 unit building was converted in 2007 and offers an elevator, below ground parking (#11), private storage area, bike storage and a large observation patio. Unit 303 offers a bright open plan with sliding glass doors, gleaming floors with a stainless steel and granite kitchen. This 99 walk score home is conveniently located in the thriving Polk Gulch community with great location for easy public transportation, shopping, Whole Foods & Trader Joe?s, restaurants, bakeries, entertainment and more

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Amenities for 81 Frank Norris St

Apartment Amenities

BalconyView

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Elevator

Grounds

Assigned ParkingStorage
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1913
Units1
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About 81 Frank Norris St

HomeApartments in San FranciscoDowntown 81 Frank Norris St

Welcome home to 81 Frank Norris Place. This 32 unit building was converted in 2007 and offers an elevator, below ground parking (#11), private storage area, bike storage and a large observation patio. Unit 303 offers a bright open plan with sliding glass doors, gleaming floors with a stainless steel and granite kitchen. This 99 walk score home is conveniently located in the thriving Polk Gulch community with great location for easy public transportation, shopping, Whole Foods & Trader Joe's, restaurants, bakeries, entertainment and more


Year Built: 1913

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.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, 81 Frank Norris St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 81 Frank Norris St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 81 Frank Norris St
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, 81 Frank Norris St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Downtown. 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.
81 Frank Norris St 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·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
81 Frank Norris St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While 81 Frank Norris St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
81 Frank Norris St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

81 Frank Norris St is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 9 pet grooming services nearby
  • 45 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile

Social life

  • 1739 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1835 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 170 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 425 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Wellness

  • There are 160 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 86 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 65 health/wellness centers nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs

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 81 Frank Norris St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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

Considerations

No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Downtown

1-bedroom apartments at 81 Frank Norris St cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Downtown
San Francisco
A table of studio rental data trends in San Francisco
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,065
June 2024$2,105
July 2024$2,178
August 2024$2,193
September 2024$2,136
October 2024$2,091
November 2024$2,129
December 2024$2,188
January 2025$2,264
February 2025$2,229
March 2025$2,232
April 2025$2,246
May 2025$2,332
June 2025$2,280
July 2025$2,386
August 2025$2,417
September 2025$2,389
October 2025$2,405
November 2025$2,409
December 2025$2,467
January 2026$2,521
February 2026$2,509
March 2026$2,495
April 2026$2,513
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,795
June 2024$1,807
July 2024$1,790
August 2024$1,725
September 2024$1,727
October 2024$1,730
November 2024$1,724
December 2024$1,784
January 2025$1,817
February 2025$1,806
March 2025$1,770
April 2025$1,765
May 2025$1,807
June 2025$1,795
July 2025$1,795
August 2025$1,827
September 2025$1,795
October 2025$1,799
November 2025$1,827
December 2025$1,845
January 2026$1,861
February 2026$1,877
March 2026$1,895
April 2026$1,895

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Schools near 81 Frank Norris St

Redding Elementary School

1421 pine st

san francisco, CA, 94109

K-5Public
B

Commodore Stockton Children Center

1 trenton st

san francisco, CA, 94108

KPublic
B-

San Francisco Public Montessori

2340 jackson st

san francisco, CA, 94115

K-5Public
A-

Edwin and Anita Lee Newcomer School

657 merchant st

san francisco, CA, 94111

K-5Public
C

Bessie Carmichael/FEC

375 seventh st

san francisco, CA, 94103

K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood

Downtown | San Francisco, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Steeped in history
This area is a historical district, full of heritage and cultural landmarks.

Getting around San Francisco near 81 Frank Norris St #303

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 81 Frank Norris St #303, San Francisco

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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