516 Ellis

500-516 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1910
  • 36 units5 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee
    $35

Due at Move-In

  • Security Deposit Waiver
    $325

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • High Speed Internet
  • Historic Building
  • Recycling Services

Apartment Features

  • High Speed Internet Access

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Package Service
  • Public Transportation
  • Recycling

Map of 516 Ellis

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Active

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Transit

Subway

3 min Walk

F Market - San Francisco Municipal Railway (MUNI Metro) MUNI

Subway

1 min Drive

L Taraval - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) M Ocean View - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) N Judah - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) T Third Street - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) S Castro Shuttle - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) J Church - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) K Ingleside - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) BART

Subway

5 min Walk

Subway

2 min Drive

Subway

2 min Drive

Commuter Rail

2 min Drive

Commuter Rail

5 min Drive

Airport

San Francisco International

21 min Drive

SFO

Airport

Metro Oakland International

29 min Drive

Oakland International

Moving to Civic Center, San Francisco, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 516 Ellis proximity to Livat San Francisco and San Francisco Centre. Livat San Francisco is 0.9 miles away, and San Francisco Centre is within a 9 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Civic Center is exceptional public transit. Within 11.5 miles of 516 Ellis, you’ll find Market And 7Th/Jones, Civic Center Station, and Powell And Market.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 516 Ellis are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Children's Creativity Museum, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, and Aquarium of The Bay.

Airports

Living in Civic Center provides easy access to San Francisco International, located just 23 minutes from 516 Ellis. Another nearby airport is Metro Oakland International, located 19.9 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Tenderloin Community

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Francisco Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Rooftop Elementary

Grades K-8

Public

Not rated

San Francisco City Academy

Grades K-8

Private

Not rated

AltSchool Yerba Buena

Grades PK-8

Private

Not rated

Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory

Grades 9-12

Private

Not rated

Five Keys Adult School (Sf Sheriff's)

Grades 9-12

Charter

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Academy of Art University Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
Golden Gate Univ., San Fran. Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
UC San Francisco, Mount Zion Drive: 5 min (1.6 mi)
California College of the Arts Drive: 6 min (2 mi)

About 516 Ellis

The Tenderloin: it's what's for dinner. Slice into the Tenderloin's prime restaurant and bar scene - the most eclectic in the city. Mexican hot chocolate at Un Cafecito, curry at Shalimar or late night Thai at Osha - you'll never go hungry or thirsty… in the \"Loin.\" Order a handcrafted nightcap at Rx, Tradition, or Whitechapel or cheer on the keyboard jockeys at PianoFight. Craving a little brain food? Indie theaters and galleries add a dash of culture to the menu.Close to FiDi, SoMa, and The Mission, this convenient downtown location is in the heart of The City. There's the Warfield, Pianofight, and Black Cat for music, and Popson's burgers and Mensho Tokyo are just around the corner. This classic San Francisco building has high ceilings, is pet-friendly, and commuter-close to plenty of public transportation options.Genius comes in many forms, and most geniuses come to San Francisco. Our eclectic community of innovators, trendsetters and trailblazers is just as driven to play, as we are to work. You're one of a kind - and your home should be too! From restored historic Pacific Heights Edwardians to rebooted Downtown classics, one online application is all it takes to unlock RentSFNow's premium portfolio of over 150 distinctive buildings. Iconic Charm. Modern Living.This unit is a rental unit subject to the San Francisco Rent Ordinance, which limits evictions without just cause, and which states that any waiver by a tenant of their rights under the Rent Ordinance is void as contrary to public policy.

516 Ellis is an apartment community in San Francisco, CA

Contact

Property Address:
500-516 Ellis St,
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone Number: (415) 223-9366
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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