168-170 Lexington St

Rare Edwardian Gem: 1,293 sq. ft. 4BR/1.5BA Flat in Mission-Valencia Discover a spacious, sunlit 1,293 sq. ft. top-floor Edwardian flat in San Francisco's vibrant Mission-Valencia corridor. Move-in-ready, this home blends historic charm with modern upgrades, perfect for professionals seeking space, transit, and value. Few 4BR/1.5BA units over 1,250 sq. ft. exist under $7,000 in this prime Valencia-18th St area - act fast to secure this deal! Why Rent Here? 10 Unique Features/Reasons: 1. Prime unbeatable location just steps from the Valencia Corridor - 18th Street's hot spot for international eateries (Delfina, Tartine, Bi-Rite, etc.), nightlife (The Chapel & more), and beloved community hubs (Dolores Park, Mission Playground, Clarion Alley murals). Walk only 2-3 minutes to vibrant social scenes, yet retreat to a quiet alley near the SFPD Mission Station for added safety. It sits on a quiet one-way alley that naturally reduces car traffic, giving you super-safe walkability and peaceful sleep! A very rare and valuable blend of energy and tranquility - offering the true convenience and calm of two worlds in one place, delivering great value that's hard to find anywhere else!! 2. Stunning 25-ft window floods the kitchen (and nearly every common area) with 10+ hours of daylight and garden views, creating an uplifting, energy-saving environment rare in SF rentals. 3. Spacious bedrooms include four flexible spaces: BR 1 (121 sq. ft.), BR 2 (168 sq. ft.), BR 3 (114 sq. ft. total: 72.2 sq. ft. private + 42.2 sq. ft. sunny office nook), and BR 4 (studio-size 227 sq. ft. converted living room with a lockable door, fits two king-size beds plus portable closets/dressers). BR 3's nook is ideal for WFH (Work-From-Home), study, or creative use, with access to a 200 sq. ft. shared dining/living common area for added space. A creative solution to make group living fun: tenants can agree to rotate BR 3 and BR 4 (e.g., weekly, monthly, or quarterly) for a fair split, ensuring everyone enjoys the 227 sq. ft. larger room periodically to happily share this nearly 1,300 sq. ft bright home in a top location. Roommates choose their own rooms and coordinate rent splits through a designated tenant coordinator, who submits one final payment to the property manager. 4. Shared bathrooms with one full bath and one half bath ensure convenience for group living. 5. Top transit hub with 6-10 min walk to 16th/24th St BART, J Church Muni Metro, and tech shuttles. Access 15+ bus lines within 7 min: 9 (San Bruno), 9R (San Bruno Rapid), 12 (Folsom/Pacific), 14 (Mission), 14R (Mission Rapid), 22 (Fillmore), 27 (Bryant), 33 (Ashbury/18th St), 48 (Quintara/24th St), 49 (Van Ness/Mission), 55 (16th St), 67 (Bernal Heights), 90 (San Bruno Owl), 292 (San Mateo Intermodal), 397 (San Francisco-Daly City). Connects to downtown, SFO, Silicon Valley, and East Bay. Easy I-280/US-101 access. 6. Responsive on-site manager ensures prompt repairs and clear communication. 7. Free in-building washer/dryer saves time and costs. If the laundry machines or gas stove (currently working well) ever fail, we'll replace them with brand-new models at no cost. 8. Shared outdoor patio and garden with BBQ, tables, and planting buckets for relaxation or gardening. 9. Optional private driveway parking for $200/mo. (vs. $400+ nearby). 10. Auspicious address number 168 - in many cultures, "168" symbolizes lifelong prosperity. This home blends positive energy, abundant sunlight, and a prime location - ideal for thriving in career, relationships, and well-being. Additional Highlights: Completely renovates/upgrades include a new kitchen sink, stone countertops, vinyl flooring, cabinets, toilets, refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and 10-ft ceilings. Flexible 200 sq. ft. dining/living area is great for entertaining or WFH. BR 3's sunny nook is ideal for video calls or study. Kitchen features an ultra-quiet 6-speed cooking fan with auto-clean function, microwave, reliable gas stove/oven with timer (which has worked flawlessly for years - and if it ever fails, we'll replace it with a brand-new model at no cost to you; it's a simple fix under $1,000 but top location house with 25' windows you spend extra $100k just cannot build another unit that makes it stand out unbeatable value), and refrigerator. A portable dishwasher of your choice will be provided move-in ready at no cost (landlord buys for you). Serene alley near SFPD Mission Station is safe for late-night walks with bright streetlights. Storage includes large closets, bathroom storage, and pantry. Why Choose This Flat? San Francisco's housing shortage means 4BR units under $7,000 are rare, often with 20-80+ applicants. This flat offers unmatched value: large bedrooms from 121-227 sq. ft., abundant sunlight, a 200 sq. ft. common area (where studios or 1BDs cannot offer), and a prime location near transit, dining, and social hubs. For ~$1,499-$1,624/share, you get more space than $2,000-$3,500 studios or 1BDs in the area. Live in a vibrant community, surrounded by SF's best culture, with the safety of a quiet alley. Lease Terms Rent options: 12+ Months: $5,995/mo. for 1-4 tenants, ~$1,499/share for 4, tenants split based on room sizes (121, 168, 114, & 227 sq. ft.). 4-11 Months: $6,495/mo. for 1-4 tenants, ~$1,624/share for 4. Add $500/mo. for 5th occupant, max 5 with approval. This brings ~$1,299/share for 5 - very affordable for the location and amenities. Fixed-term leases (4-11 mo. or 12 mo.) convert to month-to-month after term ends. Security Deposit = 1x rent: $5,995 for 12+ months with 1-4 tenants; $6,495 for 4-11 months or for 5 tenants. Utilities: Complimentary Monkeybrains Wi-Fi (~100+ Mbps); tenants pay PG&E, share water/garbage. Pet Policy: Well-behaved pets welcome with $500 deposit + $50/mo./pet, restrictions apply. No smoking. Application: Submit 2 recent pay stubs or job offer letter, 2-3 months' bank statements, rental references (full name, phone, & email address), passport/U.S. work visa copies if applicable, cosigner documents if needed. Contact: Msg me here or text only (please no calls) for a virtual tour video or to ask questions. You can also click on "Book tour now" to schedule a tour fast! Don't miss this chance to live large & sun-filled in the unbeatable Mission-Valencia-18th Corridor hot spot! Your neighbors here are graduates of Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCSF, and UCLA - top professionals in their fields. I'm just a UCD graduate myself, an engineer and inventor. These high achievers have chosen this unbeatable location for their own unique reasons. Living here means surrounding yourself with some of the world's most talented and resourceful individuals. Reason #11 to live here: Just like parents pay more to live near top schools, choosing to live among high achievers is an investment in your own growth. Warren Buffett reminds us: Real estate in the best location at a fair price is great value. This vibrant, supportive community is filled with professionals from top universities - people who can inspire, mentor, and elevate your path across life's A-Z (fields). Success leaves clues - and this neighborhood is full of them. Most renters only focus on price - and often regret it later under a mediocre manager. Smart renters know "cheap" usually hides real costs: noise after dark, dirty air near freeways (SVN = US-101, where you can't keep windows close 24/7 to avoid noise & tire burning flying dirty air), unsafe high-speed traffic zones, boring lifeless areas, or bad management. Watch for manager red flags: 1. Doesn't reply Qs fast; 2. Won't give sq. ft.; 3. No floor plan to give you a clear overview; 4. Broken doorbell, lights, or items left unfixed; 5. Just collects cheap rent but ignores your concerns. 6. Hide reasons of why rent is cheap those dirty tricks! Unlike others, I've done everything renters want: full honest info, labeled rooms with matching BR # on the floor plan, fast fixes, and clear communication. That's the difference between a knowledgeable, caring manager and a cheap one. Top tenants look for top units in prime social hubs - safe, sunny, quiet - with a manager who's detail-oriented and truly cares. Someone who fixes things fast, ensures a happy stay, and might even share tax tips or funny jokes. Like Steve Jobs turns Apple around & hints - it's all about the people behind the product, not just the shelter/product so not every shelter is same. Top tenants seek top-quality managers - not ones who abandon you after collecting CHEAP rent:). Always remember that value means checking off all 11 boxes - location, layout, natural light, flexibility, safety, responsive management, fast repairs, honest communication, vibrant community, and thoughtful extras that make life better. Where else can you find this kind of energy, these 25' sun-filled windows, and this caliber of neighbors at this price point? Thank you for your interest - welcome home to a neighborhood of talent and inspiration. P.S.: Ask me anything during the tour - I'll give you honest answers most property managers avoid, like where to find free parking or which blocks aren't safe to walk at night. For example, the Lexington-to-Castro side of the Mission is safe, lively, and welcoming. But the opposite side - from Capp St. to SVN (S. Van Ness=FWY US-101), to York, and beyond - has a noticeable presence of sex workers - especially in Capp-SVN-Shotwell which it's why rentals are MUCH cheaper there that ONLY LOCAL RESIDENTS KNOW that DIRTY SPOTS (don't let they trick you because outsider you only focus on cheap house) :)!! Some men may mistake you for one, they catcalling then ask inappropriate questions like "love you a long time for how much?" which can seriously affect your quality of life there LOL:)! Parts of Mission-SOMA near 6th to 8th Streets can also feel shady, especially at night. Rentals in these areas are often MUCH CHEAPER for reasons that aren't shared upfront - don't be tempted by the lowest price as the world most intelligent and richest investor Warren Buffett hints that Price is what you pay, value is what you get. He doesn't look at price 1st to avoid emotional but focus on value - uniqueness/business moats & its future & finally if price is about right then buy it because it's better to buy good company at a fair price then buy a bad co. at good price! Uniqueness/moats include the product itself plus its honest & able management which includes able to sell or best sales know how to deliver what tenants/customers want and can keep them happy like Steve Jobs. With me, you get a knowledgeable, honest manager who mentors you through nearly every A-Z issue - free wisdom you won't find elsewhere. And don't forget: Ivy League neighbors here are sharp, friendly, and helpful too. Where can you find such a great deal?! After this deal is gone, there'll be even less 4BR rentals with 2 public toilets available in this area under $7,000! So, it never hurts to act fast to secure it now even with just 1-2 roommates and later you can always add 1-2 more roommates to split rent to lower your share up to $1,299/mo. only, that's very affordable (every full-time worker makes over $23/hr. qualified) at this top location with top caring management and amenities! Watch this, it's on the News so I'm honestly tell you the truth while others trick you by hide the dirty spots - many people ask where can you find a funny, caring, successful, knowledgeable and honest man to do business with? It's so hard to find such because most others cannot check off all these boxes:) youtu .be/jlEcbum_LdI?si=2PT4b5N1CKsS1OcG