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Bowes Residences, San Francisco

Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, United States
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$1625
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0.2 mi from City Center
( 4m. 5m. 5m)
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San Francisco Conservatory of M... | 0.14 mi
Academy of Art University | 1.26 mi
California College of the Arts | 1.29 mi
Golden Gate University | 1.38 mi
University of San Francisco | 1.71 mi
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About the Property

Bowes Residences is aesthetic and stylish student accommodation in San Francisco. Located near the San Francisco City Hall, the property offers a bed in a shared room and a Private room in 2 Bedroom apartment these two options to choose from. Additionally, the Academy of Art University is a 10-minute drive away and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music is only a 4-minute walk away from the property, making it ideal for the students attending these universities.

Features

The spacious rooms at the apartments come with all the amenities students need. The bedroom comes with a comfortable bed, wardrobe, and drawers. The shared kitchen has a fridge and all the appliances you will need to cook delicious meals. The property provides free high-speed WiFi to enjoy buffer-free content, on-site laundry, and security surveillance for safety. Bowes Residences also has amazing social spaces such as a huge common space to spend time with friends, an in-house concert Hall, and a beautiful terrace overlooking the San Francisco city hall.

Location and What's Hot?

The property is based in the popular area of the Civic Center and it is surrounded by many restaurants cafes and bars. Arbor restaurant is around the corner to eat delicious food or you can visit the Rad Radish for vegan food. Starbucks is nearby to get a cup of coffee on way to the university. Sydney Goldstein Theater is also nearby if you are interested in the performing arts.

Commute

The property is well-connected to public transport due to its central location. Hayes St & Van Ness Ave bus stop is just a minute walk away and Grove St & Van Ness Ave bus stop is a 2-minute walk away from the property.

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House Rules

Cancellation Policies
  • No Visa No Pay
  • Room Allocation
  • Room Allocation
    Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the Amber team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
  • Check-in Guide
  • Check-in Guide
    Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the Amber team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.
  • Renewal Policy
  • Renewal Policy
    Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the Amber team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
  • Early Check-in Policy
  • Early Check-in Policy
    Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the Amber team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
  • Payment and Fees

    Security Deposit

    The security deposit is equal to one month of rent. It is refundable after completing the lease if there are no damages to the room besides normal wear and tear.

    Mode Of Payment

    The deposit is paid in advance through your online tenant portal. You can also pay with check or PayPal.

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    Pay In Instalment

    They only rent on a monthly basis. There are no other fees. They are trying to keep it simple for you so the monthly rent is the total you will be paying per month. There are no application fees and almost all our properties include utilities and wi-fi in the monthly rent. If there is an exception, They will let you know when quoting the price.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    I am not a student. Can I still book a room?

    Yes, of course. Our rooms are not exclusively for students. They have many interns, young professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, techies and people on short-term contracts staying with us.

    Can I book in advance and how do I secure a room/bed?

    Yes, you can book a room in advance and move-in directly at arrival. It is very simple – you need to sign a lease and pay a deposit and your room will be secured and ready for you to move-in.

    How much is the security deposit? Do I get the deposit back?

    The security deposit is equal to one month of rent. It is refundable after completing the lease if there are no damages to the room besides normal wear and tear.

    How do I pay security deposit and rent?

    The deposit is paid in advance through your online tenant portal. You can also pay with check or PayPal.

    What is the minimum lease?

    The minimum lease is 3 months but there are properties that require a minimum of 6 or 9 months lease. Shorter term leases are also possible in some cases but short term rates are usually higher.

    Do you rent on a weekly or daily basis?

    No, They only rent on a monthly basis.

    Are there any other fees I should consider?

    There are no other fees. They are trying to keep it simple for you so the monthly rent is the total you will be paying per month. There are no application fees and almost all our properties include utilities and wi-fi in the monthly rent. If there is an exception, Theywill let you know when quoting the price.

    Is there Wi-Fi in the building?

    Yes, They provide free Wi-Fi in all of our buildings.

    What is the difference between private and shared bath?

    A private bathroom means bathroom inside the room and a shared bathroom is a bathroom on the floor. The average ratio is one bath and one toilet every 3-4 rooms. Common bathrooms and toilets are individual and they are cleaned 2 times per day.

    Are the rooms furnished?

    Yes, all rooms are furnished and generally set up with bed, desk, chair, vanity, closet, lamp, mirror, fridge and sink. The detailed amenities of the rooms are listed on each property page.

    Are these apartments or hotel buildings?

    Most of our properties are hotel buildings or residences suitable for short- and long term stay. They also offer full studios and apartments – this is always specified in the property page.

    What is the security of the buildings?

    Most of our properties have controlled access and/or 24h front desk service. Only residents are allowed to enter and any visitors must be registered at reception.

    Are bed linens provided?

    Yes, bed linens are provided. Some properties also offer free weekly housekeeping with change of bed linens and towels.

    Is there a kitchen? Can I cook in the room?

    A lot of our buildings have a common kitchen that all tenants can use. If the building has a common kitchen, cooking inside your room is strictly forbidden. If there is no common kitchen, you will have a microwave and a fridge in the room and you can prepare food but you need to be extremely careful and comply with safety regulations.

    Is there parking?

    Parking is not included. Central San Francisco is really busy and parking is expensive, so They would advise you to avoid bringing your own car. If you need a parking spot, there are parking lots that offer a monthly rate.

    What is your smoking policy?

    Smoking is absolutely forbidden inside the buildings.

    Are pets allowed?

    Unfortunately, no pets are allowed inside the buildings

    Can I share a room with a roommate?

    Yes, most of our rooms could be for double occupancy. Some rooms are set up with bunk beds, others with two separate beds or one double bed. They do have some triple and quad rooms, as well as studios and apartments that accommodate 2-4 people.

    I already have a roommate. How do we book a room?

    Both of you will need to sign the lease and will be equally responsible for the monthly rent payments.

    I don’t have a roommate but want to share a room. Can I book a bed?

    Yes, They offer beds in shared rooms and they assign a roommate from the same gender.

    I have problems with my roommate. Who should I talk to?

    If you have any issues with your roommate(s), you need to inform us ASAP. They will work together with the building management to resolve the issue and possibly move you to another room.  
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    JA
    Joe A
    5.0
    This property is very well-maintained, all thanks to the on-site team and the manager who all are extremely kind and goes out of their way to make the residents feel at home. Not t...Read more
    KH
    Kaitlyn H
    5.0
    This property is really good and offers high-quality amenities like a stunning terrace overlooking San Francisco’s City Hall, and a huge communal area which is a perfect spot to re...Read more
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    Riya T
    5.0
    Bowes Residences is located in a fantastic location and is close to plenty of great restaurants. shops and tourist attraction. I love hanging out at the nearby popular places and l...Read more

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