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700 39th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121, USA|Outer Richmond
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Property Overview
Balboa Apartments receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its excellent amenities, location, and competitive pricing, rated 9 out of 10 for value. Residents enjoy an impressive array of amenities, highlighted by a convenient elevator, and benefit from a prime location with nearby top-rated schools and pet-friendly features, ensuring a high quality of life. Trustworthiness stands at 8 out of 10, underscoring the property’s transparent management and detailed descriptions.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 460 sqft | $1,500 /mo | 1 unit available | Looking to establish your business in one of San Francisco’s most desirable and high-traffic coastal neighborhoods? This prime retail space offers the perfect blend of visibility, charm, and location — just steps from the beach! Close proximity to Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, and well-known local attractions. Surrounded by foot traffic, beachgoers, and locals year-round, easy access to public transportation and major roadways. Made for any unique concept looking to thrive in a lively beachside location! Don’t miss this chance to bring your vision to life in a truly special part of San Francisco. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more! It's in a great location in the Richmond neighborhood! Please email: **** or call 408-296-5162. |
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Amenities for Balboa Apartments
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 14 |
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About Balboa Apartments
Looking to establish your business in one of San Francisco’s most desirable and high-traffic coastal neighborhoods? This prime retail space offers the perfect blend of visibility, charm, and location — just steps from the beach! Close proximity to Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, and well-known local attractions. Surrounded by foot traffic, beachgoers, and locals year-round, easy access to public transportation and major roadways. Made for any unique concept looking to thrive in a lively beachside location! Don’t miss this chance to bring your vision to life in a truly special part of San Francisco. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more! It's in a great location in the Richmond neighborhood! Please email: **** or call 408-296-5162.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Balboa Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Balboa Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— 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.
Balboa Apartments 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·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.
Balboa Apartments 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.
Balboa Apartments 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 Balboa Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
Balboa Apartments is great for:
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 Balboa Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 658 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Outer Richmond
studio apartments at Balboa Apartments cost about 42% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Outer Richmond.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Outer Richmond
San Francisco
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,000 |
| 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 | $2,497 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,200 |
| October 2024 | $2,125 |
| June 2025 | $2,395 |
| October 2025 | $2,295 |
| November 2025 | $2,357 |
| January 2026 | $2,800 |
| February 2026 | $2,651 |
| March 2026 | $2,572 |
| April 2026 | $2,565 |
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Schools near Balboa Apartments
Lafayette Elementary School
4545 anza st
san francisco, CA, 94121
K-5Public
A
Lawton Alternative Elementary School
1570 31st ave
san francisco, CA, 94122
K-8Public
A-
Noriega Children Center
1775 44th ave
san francisco, CA, 94122
KPublic
B
Alice Fong Yu Elementary
1541 12th ave
san francisco, CA, 94122
K-8Public
A-
S.F. County Special Education
3045 santiago st
san francisco, CA, 94116
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Outer Richmond | San Francisco, CA
Getting around San Francisco near 700 39th Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
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 700 39th Ave, San Francisco
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
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
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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