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Highlights

  • Completely remodeled
  • Refrigerator
  • Window coverings
  • Convenient location
  • Light fixture
  • Vinyl floors

Location

1255 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, US|Civic Center
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Property Overview

Polk St offers a high standard of living with a completely remodeled interior, modern finishes like vinyl floors and updated light fixtures, and practical touches such as a refrigerator and window coverings. With strong expert scores across overall quality, amenities, location, and value, it provides convenient access to grocery stores, wellness centers, restaurants, and cultural venues, making it especially appealing for fitness, wellness, and an active social life.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Polk St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Polk 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
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

Remodelled Floor PlanStudio0 bath200 sqft$1,300 /moMove in condition SRO (Single Room Occupant). Completely remodeled, completely painted. Newer Refrigerator, working microwave oven. New Sink & medicine cabinet. High ceiling, natural light. Bathroom in common hallway. No Pet, No Smoking. On-Site Manager. Corner of Polk & Bush St, next People's Barber Shop is. Delis, banks, hair salon, Trader Joes, Whole Food Market, restaurants, pick-up food. MUNI, are walking distance. CPMC few blocks away. Downtown, Union Square, Financial District, SOMA, all close by & walking distance. For viewing, call Martin (415)752-8228.

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Amenities for Polk St

Apartment Amenities

CarpetHardwood Floor
High Ceilings

Building

Controlled AccessElevator

Services

On-Site Management
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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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Polk St

HomeApartments in San FranciscoCivic Center Polk St

PRIVATE ROOM, PRIVATE ENTRY:EXCELLENT CONDITION. Very nice room approximately 200+-sq.ft., painted, engineered wood & vinyl floors, views, natural light, high ceilings, light fixture, window coverings, refrigerator w/counter-top, & microwave oven. Sink & medicine cabinet. NO PETS. On-Site Mgr. 6-9 month lease. Located on Polk & Bush St. Convenient location, restaurants, delis, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods Market, banks, Muni, Bart station. For view & questions, call or text Martin (415)752-8228.


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Polk St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Polk 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 Polk 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, Polk St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Civic Center. 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·9A 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.
Polk St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Polk St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Polk 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·9A 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.
Polk St has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
Polk 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.

Polk St is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • There are 164 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 63 health/wellness centers nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs

Social life

  • 1595 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1770 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 162 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 267 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 Polk St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features

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 Polk St cost about 59% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Civic Center.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Civic Center
San Francisco
A table of studio rental data trends in San Francisco
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,077
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$2,518
May 2026$2,650
A table of studio rental data trends in Civic Center
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,465
June 2024$2,190
July 2024$2,062
August 2024$2,272
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$3,133

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Polk 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

Civic Center | 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 1255 Polk Street

Walking

9/10
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 1255 Polk Street, 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

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-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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