Located in vibrant San Francisco, San Francisco State University is a public university part of California State University’s system. It was founded in 1899 and has around 30,000 students enrolled today. The university offers 73 majors and encourages students to be themselves and to immerse themselves in the University’s culture. It’s got a lush green campus, a wellness center, and plenty of student organizations to get involved in. And of course, being located right in San Francisco, students have the whole city to explore, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Fisherman’s Wharf. So whether you’re visiting the campus, or simply visiting the city, read on to check out some of the best Airbnb vacation rentals near San Francisco State University.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Suite tucked away in a serene residential enclave (from USD 150)
Tucked away in a serene residential enclave lies a renovated suite, designed with travellers in mind. The suite boasts a luxurious king bed, accentuated with a top-tier mattress and memory foam pillows, ensuring a restful slumber. On the entertainment front, a 65-inch Smart TV is available, offering platforms such as HBO Max, Hulu, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix. For the tech-savvy traveller, a swift Wi-Fi connection awaits, along with an EV level 1 charger. Practical amenities such as an in-unit washer, dryer, and secured driveway parking for one vehicle add to the convenience.
Those with a penchant for the outdoors can revel in the shared garden area, enclosed for privacy. Located a stone’s throw away from San Francisco State University, the suite also offers proximity to several public transport options, making city exploration a breeze.
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great tv and fast wifigreat wifi - everything was just as described or even betterspend a day sleeping in and watching movies on the couch super cozy and comfygreat cozy bed and large couch with large tvthe bedroom was absolutely stunning i felt so comfortable especially since there was a heater available as wellCleanliness:
super clean and tidyextremely clean and comfortable placevery clean with parkingthe place was very spacious and cleaneverything was wonderful we felt very safe and it was very clean and cozyHost:
the hosts provided helpful info and quick responses to amy questionsthe instructions were clear too and the host was responsive and helpfulgreat hosts who were very helpful during our staythey are such kind and conscientious hosts and checked in multiple timesmay & ilan are hands down one of the best super hosts i've ever hadRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect for usgreat location too not too far from the heart of sf celebrated an anniversary herehaving a driveway to park in was especially nicethe place is beautiful and is in a perfect walkable location for sfsui felt right at home and check in and convenience of the location was extremely easy
2. Cosy accommodation boasting an array of features (from USD 101)
This accommodation boasts an array of features such as a functional kitchenette, swift Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace to cater to business travellers. The residence provides private driveway parking for one vehicle, a sizable 65-inch HDTV fitted with smart apps, and laundry facilities within the vicinity. Guests can unwind on their exclusive patio, relishing the serenity of the fenced shared garden. Proximity to San Francisco State University is an added advantage.
Inside, a living room awaits, leading to a bedroom featuring a sleep number bed and an expansive walk-in closet. The bathroom is equipped with a modern standing shower and a bidet-equipped toilet.
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Cleanliness:
the apartment was clean and tidyvery clean looked just like the picturesthe place is incredibly clean and very nicely decoratedvery clean and nice accommodations made for a lovely staywhat a fantastic stay super clean spacious and privateHost:
steven was very responsive to questions i hadsteven’s an excellent hoststeven was a great host very responsivethe host was also friendly and accommodatingextremely cheerful and helpful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great very quiet and an excellent neighborhoodnice location easy drive to the main sights in san franciscosuper relaxing place to stay that was also close to my familyloved the place great spot and locationvery modern and spacious space i loved the location and really appreciated having parking
3. Stylish one-bedroom apartment (from USD 271)
We’ll start off our list with a beautiful one-bedroom apartment near San Fransisco State University that can sleep four guests. It’s got lots of light, wood flooring, and clean modern furniture. The apartment boasts free parking on site, so you don’t have to worry about paying expensive rates. You’ll find a full kitchen, including a dishwasher, so you can make your favourite meals during your stay. There’s an indoor fireplace so you can relax and get cosy in the evenings. And it has self-check-in so you won’t have to wait around for a host. It’s located right near the University, so you can easily get to campus. The apartment is also near plenty of other attractions, including Parkside Farmer’s Market, Lake Merced Park, and the San Francisco Zoo.
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great kitchen setup including cutlery appliances and stapleseric and peter pre-loaded the kitchen/fridge with staples like oj/milk/bread/jam/butter/etcfrom the bright living room to the comfy bedroom to the serene backyard everything is perfectbeautiful apartment with great amenities in a safe neighborhoodi loved your bedroom bedding storage space closets and bathroomCleanliness:
the house is super clean and comes with more towels than you know what to do withthe place is super clean and organizedhighly recommend very clean high end apartmenteverything is so clean and beautiful organizedthe place was lovely and very cleanHost:
hosts are kind and welcominghost was very thoughtful and let us know everything we needed to know about the homebeautiful accommodations with great hostseasy to communicate with hoststhe host were thoughtful and pleasant upon meeting the first dayRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood is safe and quiet and easy access to a malla couple of great restaurants within walking distance tooperfect location to everything you’re looking to do in the san francisco areajust a short drive to the golden-gate bridge and the city made it the perfect locationvery quiet neighborhood nice break from downtown sf vibe
4. Charming guest suite (from USD 168)
This one-bedroom place to stay near San Fransisco State University can accommodate up to four guests. The guest suite gets lots of natural light and it is filled with charming vintage furniture, including an antique wrought iron bed. You’ll find free parking on site, so you won’t have to pay expensive parking fees. There’s wireless internet throughout and a laptop-friendly workspace is available if needed. In the small kitchenette area, you can heat up meals in the microwave or pour yourself a cup of coffee from the coffee maker. The hosts can also provide family-friendly equipment like a high chair and travel crib. You’ll be right near the University, and with a train station nearby, you can easily explore the rest of San Francisco.
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she has created a lovely space with very thoughtful touches (variety of toiletries/bathroom amenities nespresso coffee and snacksannette’s place is very stylish and it has great amenities in both kitchenette and bathroomnice little welcome pack detailing all local amenities restaurants takeaways etc and the password for the wifiamenities and little touches made it very comfortable and homeywe arrived to fresh flowers in our room - this was such a sweet touchCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe apartment was extremely clean and cosythe place was super clean and furnished appropriatelyher place was super clean and well-decoratedthe place was amazingly cleanHost:
the host was amazingly helpful and kindshe was quick to respond and give us helpful recommendations when we neededshe was such a wonderful and caring host along with her husband kenshe was even kind enough to ask our milk choice prior to check in timeannette is a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great and public transportation is literally on the cornergreat location easy transportation and stunning gardenwe found its location to be perfect for usgreat spot to stay in sf very close to the metro lines which is a massive plusthe place is amazing and so close to muni
5. Two-bedroom apartment with indoor fireplace (from USD 165)
Here we have a home, perfect if you’re travelling with family or friends. This accommodation around San Fransisco State University has two bedrooms and can accommodate four guests. You’ll have wireless internet access throughout and a TV to relax in front of. If you need to toss in a load of laundry, there’s a washing machine and dryer in the garage. And if the nights are cold, there’s an indoor fireplace to keep you warm and cosy. The home is located just south of San Francisco State University. You’ll also be very near to Stones Town Galleria if you feel like doing some shopping, and Lake Merced Park is a great spot to stretch your legs.
6. Apartment with great views (from USD 125)
Coming in at number five is an apartment with stunning views. This two-bedroom place sits atop a hill, providing you with views of the bay and ocean. There’s a large deck, so you can enjoy the view with a cup of coffee in the morning or eat dinner outside in the evening. You’ll be able to keep connected with wireless internet and do some work at the laptop-friendly workspace. And there’s a full kitchen where you can cook your own meals. The apartment is of course located near San Francisco State University, and there’s public transport nearby to take you to other attractions in the city.
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we really enjoyed our stay at david's apartment with a great view from the balcony (fog permitting )Cleanliness:
very clean updated apartmentthe unit is very clean and decorated beautifullythe apartment was clean and well equipped including a large tvHost:
this unit and the owner david were fabulousthe host dave was such a sweetheart fast at responding and extremely helpful with any of my questionswhat a blast thanks for being a great hostdavid was very attentive to my messages and was great to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome the house was great we went to explore the city the location was a perfect traveling distance
7. Spacious home
Here we have another large four-bedroom home which can sleep ten guests. The hosts offer convenient self-check-in, so you simply use the smart lock to let yourself in. Inside the home, you’ll find a large open plan space, with a full kitchen so you can make your own meals. There’s a washing machine and dryer if you need to do a load of laundry. And there’s wireless internet access and a TV to watch. The home is a stone’s throw from the University campus, so it won’t take you long to get there. There’s also plenty of public transport options nearby, so you can easily travel to downtown San Francisco.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Lake Merced ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
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very happy with the cleanliness space & responsiveness of this hostthe house was immaculate and very well appointedRead more reviewsHost:
eugene is a great host he is very communicative and quick to respond to any messagesthe home was clean hosts friendly plenty of room for our familyeugene was incredibly responsive and accommodating
8. Cosy apartment
This three-bedroom apartment is super cosy. With wood flooring, soft lighting, and a wall featuring brick wallpaper, you’ll feel like you can really relax here. It can sleep five guests and it offers a full kitchen so you can make your own meals. Keep connected with wireless internet, and relax in front of the TV. The apartment is located right near the San Francisco State University campus. It’s also near the Japanese Tea Garden and Stonestown Galleria.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.94 km (1.3 mi) from Lake Merced ParkTop guest reviews
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i will recommend this place and host anytimethe place the house and the host are all brilliantRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location very near sfsu and stonestowngreat location near gym groceries and public transit would recommend for long-term stay :)
9. Charming home
This charming home is great for larger groups of people: with three bedrooms it can accommodate seven guests. If you like to cook, you’ll be pleased to know it’s got a fully equipped kitchen with enough crockery to make a large meal. You’ll find free parking on site and can keep connected with wireless internet. There’s also an indoor fireplace. It’s just a short walk to the University campus. And of course, it’s near plenty of other attractions, including the San Francisco Zoo and a number of parks.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.75 km (1.1 mi) from Lake Merced ParkTop guest reviews
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fully equipped kitchen very comfortable beds and very large roomsthe place is huge and there are two dining room and a huge living roomCleanliness:
things are clean and organizedthe house was fairly cleanvery large and spacious house with nice interiorthe unit was clean very spacious and conveniently located for our needsHost:
dora was very responsive and made sure that i knew how to check inthe property was exactly as promoted and dora is an exceptional host and more importantly a fantastic human beingRead more reviewsLocation:
for our purpose the location was greatthe location is safe and quietit was also a very convenient location highly recommenddespite being close to the city it was an incredibly quiet and peaceful neighborhoodgreat location easy access to express ways and ample amount of street parking
10. Colourful apartment for two
If you like colour, have a look at this apartment. The rental can accommodate two guests, and each room has its own unique decor. There’s free parking on site, and you’ll have wireless internet access and cable TV. There’s a small kitchenette area where you can reheat leftovers or make simple meals. You’ll also have use of a washing machine and dryer if you need it. And it’s perfectly located as well. It’s practically in the San Francisco State University campus and close to other attractions as well. Visit the San Francisco Zoo or explore the restaurants and shops of the immediate neighbourhood.
San Francisco, California, United States
2.54 km (1.6 mi) from Lake Merced ParkTop guest reviews
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everything you need is here including great wifi ample street parking and private spacethe apartment looks even better than it does in the pictures and the queen bed is incredibly cozythe space was pretty comfortablethe kitchen is small (only a sink/fridge/miscrowave) but perfect for breakfasts or light suppers)we ate in the chinese and thai restaurants 5-7 mins from the apartment and highly recommend themCleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortablevery clean and comfortable apartmentthe place was clean nice and comfortthe apartment is nice and cleanthe place was clean and stocked with some essentialsHost:
sharon was an amazing hostsharon was a great hostsharon is a great hostthe host is really nicesharon is a wonderful host: very kind and considerateRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this suite was ideal for our vacationthe location is perfect: short walking distance to muni and west portal shopping streetvery comfortable close to public transportationlocation was perfect 25 minutes to downtown and 20 to the airportit's very close to the muni station so very easy to get to downtown
11. Charming, spacious house
This charming blue house is perfect if you’re travelling with a larger group of people. It’s got four bedrooms and can sleep up to ten guests. And there’s free parking on site so you won’t have to drag your luggage too far. It’s a family-friendly space, with the hosts providing a crib and high chair if needed. There’s a full kitchen with everything you’ll need to make meals when you don’t feel like going out. And you can keep connected with wireless internet. The house is perfectly located, too. Situated in the quiet Westportal neighbourhood, it’s just north of San Francisco State University. There are plenty of other attractions nearby as well, including the Japanese Tea Garden and Golden Gate Park.
San Francisco, California, United States
2.13 km (1.4 mi) from Lake Merced ParkTop guest reviews
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her home was very clean and comfortablehelen's place was spacious and very clean and in a nice area of san franciscohelen is a terrific host her home was very clean and well appointedplace is great clean safe big spaces and even great coffee 10/10 would stay againhelen’s place was amazing great location clean rooms lots of sleeping options for guestHost:
helen was a wonderful hosthelen was a great hostshe answered all our questions and was an amazing hostkitchen was well-stocked and helen was a wonderful hostextremely nice host would highly recommend staying at her placeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect and the house is cutegreat space and wonderful location across from stern grovea bit away from the downtown area but have private parking and nice neighbourhoodvery nice location and the room are nice too for our 10 people team helen is helpfulgreat place in a great location very clean and nice
12. Two-bedroom flat on a quiet street
This two-bedroom flat has been recently renovated and offers a full kitchen where you can cook your own meals. You can get some work done if you need to, with wireless internet and a laptop-friendly workspace. There’s also a washing machine and dryer. It’s situated on a quiet dead end street in the Parkside neighbourhood. Stern Grove Park is right across the street from the flat, so you can enjoy a calming walk. And it’s just north of the University campus. Do be aware that the minimum stay at this rental is 31 days.
San Francisco, California, United States
2.02 km (1.3 mi) from Lake Merced Park
Explore San Francisco with ease
With easy transport links, the area near San Francisco State University perfectly situates you for exploring the rest of the city. And the area offers excellent Airbnb vacation rental options as well. From modern one-bedroom flats to cheap Airbnbs near San Fransisco State University, there’s something for everyone. So book the rental that suits you most and start planning your trip!
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