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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Expansive windows
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Modern convenience
  • Urban living
  • Classic architecture
  • Open layouts

Location

840 California Street, San Francisco, California 94108, United States|Nob Hill
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Management

Brick+Timber, Inc.

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Leasing office

(650) 870-9492

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9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

840 California Street is an exceptional property with a Zumper expert rating of 9.7, reflecting its high appeal to renters. The competitive pricing, along with a remarkable amenities rating of 9 out of 10, underscores its value and modern conveniences. Its prime location scores a perfect 10, providing easy access to transportation and local attractions, making it an outstanding choice for those seeking an urban lifestyle. Additionally, nearby top-rated schools enhance its desirability in the area.

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

9.4
Excellent
840 California Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 bed1 bath549 sqft$3,345 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 840 California Street

Apartment Amenities

Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherIn Unit Washer/Dryer in Select Units
In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Storage

Services

On-Site MaintenanceResident Support Service

Other

Online Payment Portal
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

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$1,000

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: Breed Restrictions: Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Bulldog, Cane Corso, Chow, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepard, Great Danes, Mastiff, Pitbull Terriers, Rottweiler, Siberian Husky, and Wolf Hybrid.

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Building details

Property details

Units30
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About 840 California Street

HomeApartments in San FranciscoNob Hill 840 California Street

Discover 840 California Apartments, a pet-friendly, smoke-free residence in the prestigious Nob Hill neighborhood. This secure-access building with surveillance cameras blends classic architecture with modern convenience. Inside, residences feature high ceilings, expansive windows, and open layouts that maximize space and natural light. The kitchens are equipped with efficient appliances, sleek countertops, and generous cabinetry, making meal preparation effortless. Residents enjoy on-site laundry facilities, an intercom access system, and eco-conscious waste management, while an online payment portal and dedicated maintenance and resident support services provide added convenience. Just steps from Grace Cathedral, Union Square, and renowned dining like Top of the Mark and Nob Hill Cafe, with easy access to public transportation, this is urban living at its finest.


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.
9.4
/10
Excellent
840 California Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 840 California Street
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.
840 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·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.
840 California Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 840 California Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
840 California Street offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
840 California Street has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 840 California Street.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
840 California Street has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

840 California Street is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • 257 parks nearby
  • 24 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • There are 178 grocery stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • 1848 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 257 parks and recreation options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 296 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 840 California Street 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
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Nob Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 840 California Street cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Nob Hill.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Nob Hill
San Francisco
A table of studio rental data trends in San Francisco
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,095
January 2024$2,097
February 2024$2,070
March 2024$2,034
April 2024$2,026
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$2,450
A table of studio rental data trends in Nob Hill
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,095
January 2024$2,071
February 2024$2,000
March 2024$2,009
April 2024$1,995
May 2024$2,082
June 2024$2,044
July 2024$2,022
August 2024$1,847
September 2024$1,795
October 2024$1,836
November 2024$1,795
December 2024$1,873
January 2025$1,979
February 2025$1,997
March 2025$2,017
April 2025$2,195
May 2025$2,070
June 2025$2,058
July 2025$2,123
August 2025$2,160
September 2025$2,247
October 2025$2,206
November 2025$2,078
December 2025$2,050

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$133,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $133,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,345.
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Schools near 840 California Street

Gordon J. Lau Elementary

950 clay st

san francisco, CA, 94108

K-5Public
A-

Commodore Stockton Children Center

1 trenton st

san francisco, CA, 94108

KPublic
B-

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+

San Francisco Public Montessori

2340 jackson st

san francisco, CA, 94115

K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Nob Hill | 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 840 California Street

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 840 California 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

10/10
Exceptionally 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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Groceriesfor Seniors
660 California St
Long Hua's Grocery Store
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