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Highlights
- Spacious studio
- Elevator
- No smoking
- Inviting laundry room
Location
634 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA|Civic Center
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Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | $2,375 /mo | 1 unit available | This location is 2 doors away from the always popular restaurant Brenda's and Son and Garden, and is less than an 8 minute walk to everything from City Hall, BART, Museums, Main Library, to Hayes Valley (vibrant Hayes street), Franklin Street, SF Jazz, ballet, symphony and to government buildings. This building is under rent control. This fully remodeled top floor quiet apartment has kitchen with eat in area and main room, large walk in closet and hallway that branches to rooms and bathroom. and each have windows. The kitchen is large enough and can accommodate a table for 6+. It faces East so you get morning sun, views, and quiet as it does not face the street. There are double pane Milgard windows that are sound resistant and energy efficient (no draft). With a “wow” lobby, this is a historic building lovingly being restored with period details intact with luxury added on. This rental price reflects the marketplace along with the improvements in the building shaping its legacy. At the crossroads to City Hall, Court House, Water Department, government buildings and Opera House and Symphony Hall and the vibrant Polk Street restaurants (Brenda’s is a 10 second walk!) and night life with bars, restaurants, jazz plus other music venues all roaring back! Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club, Phoenix Hotel, Son And Garden, Lers Ros Thai, Starbucks, Van Ness Peet’s Coffee, Siam Orchid, Library, Asian Art Museum, and much more! This building offers a timeless fusion of old world and modern charm along with a full remodel, this quiet and private bright and airy spacious studio has hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, functional kitchen, chrome knobs, newer stainless appliances, gas stove, and ceramic tile. The kitchen is splashed in natural light while enjoying quiet. There are track lights throughout the main room, ceiling fan. The bathroom is super bright with an exhaust fan so you don't need to keep the window open all the time. This apartment is located on the Top Floor of 6 stories with a total of 24 units. Other features include lobby entrance, elevator, and entry system, laundry room on the premises as well as a manager who lives in the building. No pets allowed. Service Animal/ESA ok! No smoking. Rent: $2,375 Security Deposit: $2,375 Lease term: 1 year. There is rent control on this building. Landlord pays for water, hot water, and garbage. You pay PGE (Gas and Electric), heat, cable and land phone (if desired) TO VIEW: 640 Polk Street (between Turk and Eddy St, 1 block to Van Ness and 1.5 blocks to City Hall ) Please contact 415-828-4500 (call or text or email) between 9am to 7:30pm. Thank you for checking out this listing! **************Frequently Asked Questions***************** Is the building under rent control? Yes. Is there parking? No. Street parking is difficult in this area. There may be monthly parking rates available at the Civic Center garage. |
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About 634-644 Polk Street
This location is 2 doors away from the always popular restaurant Brenda's and Son and Garden, and is less than an 8 minute walk to everything from City Hall, BART, Museums, Main Library, to Hayes Valley (vibrant Hayes street), Franklin Street, SF Jazz, ballet, symphony and to government buildings. This building is under rent control. This fully remodeled top floor quiet apartment has kitchen with eat in area and main room, large walk in closet and hallway that branches to rooms and bathroom. and each have windows. The kitchen is large enough and can accommodate a table for 6+. It faces East so you get morning sun, views, and quiet as it does not face the street. There are double pane Milgard windows that are sound resistant and energy efficient (no draft). With a “wow” lobby, this is a historic building lovingly being restored with period details intact with luxury added on. This rental price reflects the marketplace along with the improvements in the building shaping its legacy. At the crossroads to City Hall, Court House, Water Department, government buildings and Opera House and Symphony Hall and the vibrant Polk Street restaurants (Brenda’s is a 10 second walk!) and night life with bars, restaurants, jazz plus other music venues all roaring back! Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club, Phoenix Hotel, Son And Garden, Lers Ros Thai, Starbucks, Van Ness Peet’s Coffee, Siam Orchid, Library, Asian Art Museum, and much more! This building offers a timeless fusion of old world and modern charm along with a full remodel, this quiet and private bright and airy spacious studio has hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, functional kitchen, chrome knobs, newer stainless appliances, gas stove, and ceramic tile. The kitchen is splashed in natural light while enjoying quiet. There are track lights throughout the main room, ceiling fan. The bathroom is super bright with an exhaust fan so you don't need to keep the window open all the time. This apartment is located on the Top Floor of 6 stories with a total of 24 units. Other features include lobby entrance, elevator, and entry system, laundry room on the premises as well as a manager who lives in the building. No pets allowed. Service Animal/ESA ok! No smoking. Rent: $2,375 Security Deposit: $2,375 Lease term: 1 year. There is rent control on this building. Landlord pays for water, hot water, and garbage. You pay PGE (Gas and Electric), heat, cable and land phone (if desired) TO VIEW: 640 Polk Street (between Turk and Eddy St, 1 block to Van Ness and 1.5 blocks to City Hall ) Please contact 415-828-4500 (call or text or email) between 9am to 7:30pm. Thank you for checking out this listing! **************Frequently Asked Questions***************** Is the building under rent control? Yes. Is there parking? No. Street parking is difficult in this area. There may be monthly parking rates available at the Civic Center garage.
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 634-644 Polk Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
- More space
- Studio is 112 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Civic Center
studio apartments at 634-644 Polk Street cost about 21% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Civic Center.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Civic Center
San Francisco
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,192 |
| 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 | $2,518 |
| May 2026 | $2,631 |
| June 2026 | $2,733 |
| July 2026 | $2,803 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,313 |
| September 2024 | $2,032 |
| October 2024 | $1,925 |
| November 2024 | $1,986 |
| December 2024 | $2,161 |
| January 2025 | $1,975 |
| February 2025 | $2,270 |
| March 2025 | $2,253 |
| April 2025 | $2,182 |
| May 2025 | $2,271 |
| June 2025 | $2,273 |
| July 2025 | $2,525 |
| August 2025 | $2,550 |
| September 2025 | $2,489 |
| October 2025 | $2,480 |
| November 2025 | $2,561 |
| December 2025 | $2,542 |
| January 2026 | $2,640 |
| February 2026 | $2,807 |
| March 2026 | $2,978 |
| April 2026 | $3,129 |
| May 2026 | $3,150 |
| June 2026 | $3,097 |
| July 2026 | $2,995 |
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Schools near 634-644 Polk Street
Tenderloin Community
627 turk st
san francisco, CA, 94102
K-5Public
C+
Bessie Carmichael/FEC
375 seventh st
san francisco, CA, 94103
K-8Public
C+
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-
Marshall Elementary School
1575 15th st
san francisco, CA, 94103
K-5Public
C+
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Neighborhood
Civic Center | San Francisco, CA
Getting around San Francisco near 634 Polk St
Walking
10/10
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
6/10
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 634 Polk St, 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
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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BALBOA
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Metro Civic Center Station/Outbd
CHURCH, INGLESIDE, OCEAN VIEW, JUDAH, SHUTTLE
Civic Center / UN Plaza
Daly City to Dublin/Pleasanton, Dublin/Pleasanton to Daly City, Daly City to Berryessa/North San Jose, Berryessa/North San Jose to Daly City, Millbrae/Daly City to Richmond, Richmond to Daly City/Millbrae, Millbrae/SFIA to Antioch, Antioch to SFIA/Millbrae
Civic Center / UN Plaza
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Van Ness Station Outbound
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