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3874 California Street, San Francisco, California 94118, United States|Presidio Heights
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Property Overview
3864 - 3874 California Street receives a favorable expert rating and is positioned at the top percentile for value per square foot in the area. It offers significant advantages, including proximity to a highly-rated middle school just 0.13 miles away. These attributes contribute to its appeal among potential renters or buyers.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | $4,295 /mo | 1 unit available | 3870 California St, San Francisco Presidio Heights location. Large remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment Simply amazing building, unit, and location! Super bright unit! Amazing courtyard building! One of the best neighborhoods in all of San Francisco! A short walk to shops, restaurants, cafe's, etc. This is a must see! |
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
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| Units | 16 |
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About 3864 - 3874 California Street
3870 California St, San Francisco Presidio Heights location. Large remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment Simply amazing building, unit, and location! Super bright unit! Amazing courtyard building! One of the best neighborhoods in all of San Francisco! A short walk to shops, restaurants, cafe's, etc. This is a must see!
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 3864 - 3874 California Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3864 - 3874 California Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A 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.
3864 - 3874 California Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 3864 - 3874 California Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
3864 - 3874 California Street 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 3864 - 3874 California Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 3864 - 3874 California Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 900 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Presidio Heights
2-bedroom apartments at 3864 - 3874 California Street cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Presidio Heights.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Presidio Heights
San Francisco
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,934 |
| January 2024 | $2,950 |
| February 2024 | $2,900 |
| March 2024 | $2,898 |
| April 2024 | $2,923 |
| May 2024 | $2,950 |
| June 2024 | $2,968 |
| July 2024 | $3,014 |
| August 2024 | $3,135 |
| September 2024 | $3,172 |
| October 2024 | $3,112 |
| November 2024 | $3,043 |
| 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 | $3,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,845 |
| April 2024 | $2,692 |
| October 2024 | $3,097 |
| November 2024 | $3,037 |
| December 2024 | $2,995 |
| February 2025 | $2,795 |
| March 2025 | $3,230 |
| May 2025 | $3,269 |
| June 2025 | $3,923 |
| August 2025 | $2,995 |
| September 2025 | $2,957 |
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Can I afford to live at 3874 California Street?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$171,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $171,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,295.
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Schools near 3864 - 3874 California Street
Sutro Elementary School
235 12th ave
san francisco, CA, 94118
K-5Public
A-
Chinese Immersion School At Deavila
1250 waller st
san francisco, CA, 94117
K-5Public
A
San Francisco Public Montessori
2340 jackson st
san francisco, CA, 94115
K-5Public
A-
Claire Lilienthal Elementary
3630 divisadero st
san francisco, CA, 94123
K-8Public
A
Tule Elk Park Children Center
1950 chestnut st
san francisco, CA, 94123
KPublic
B+
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Getting around San Francisco near 3874 California Street
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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 3874 California Street, San Francisco
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
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
9/10
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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McMullen Boutique
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Susan in San Francisco
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The Grocery Store
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Breck's
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Starbucks
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Cup A Java Coffee House
3500 Geary Blvd
The Mochi Donut Shop Clement
308 Clement St
Earth's Coffee
3400 Geary Blvd
The Plough & the Stars
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Pancho's Salsa Bar & Grill
3440 Geary Blvd
Presidio Cafe
300 Finley Rd
Scarlet Lounge
408 Clement St
Sidebar
408 Clement St
Arsicault Bakery
397 Arguello Blvd
Pretty Please Bakeshop
291 3rd Ave
Sweet Things
3585 California St
SusieCakes-Laurel Village
3509 California St
Geraldine Deli Cafe
200 6th Ave
Laurel Hill Playground
Julius Kahn Playground
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Ross Playground
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Eats
50 Clement St
Village Pizzeria
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The Plough & the Stars
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