7 Unique Co-living Spaces in San Francisco
If you’re going to move to San Francisco, be sure to wear flowers in your hair, cloak yourself in a free-spirited glimmer, and get ready for uninhibited mischief. The fun-loving city permits you to be weird, unique, and creative, thanks to its outlandish vibes.
To top it off, SF has adopted a thriving digital nomad scene due to its number of coworking spaces, coffee shops, super-fast WiFi, bumpin’ nightlife, and world-renowned restaurants—need I say more?
One of the best parts of San Francisco—especially when it comes to digital nomads—is the amount of co-living spaces dotting the area. Staying in one of these housing units grants you the chance to enjoy cozy spaces, equipped with fast WiFi and communal rooms filled with like-minded individuals, without comprising the typical non-committal nomad lifestyle.
That’s right. All you need to do is commit to 30-90 days, feel it out, and decide to leave or stay. Who says moving needs to be stressful? Just tuck your laptop into your bag and off you go!
Read on for a taste of seven unique co-living spaces in San Francisco.
1. Bask in Luxury in the Nob Hill House
Get a taste of San Francisco’s swanky side while staying in the Nob Hill House. Once decorated with mansions, this neighborhood holds a rich, deep history that you can catch a glimpse of in the form of the Gothic church (Grace Cathedral). You’ll find a lush park as well as glamorous restaurants sprinkled throughout the area. And, you will be a stone’s throw away from both Chinatown and North Beach.
While the rest of the residents in this neighborhood may be dishing out buckets of cash to live here, the Nob Hill House grants you the chance to stay for a relatively low monthly fee. This house has 14 rooms—private or shared—to choose from, making it a hotspot for digital nomads looking to meet other remote workers.
What’s the cost?
A bed in a shared room costs $990 per month. Or you can upgrade to a private room for just $1,900 a month.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi, weekly housekeeping, shared kitchen, and on-site laundry facilities.
Benefits of living here:
- Live in a more posh part of San Francisco for cheap
- Walk just six minutes to reach the Whole Food’s Market
- Opt to stay in your own private room
2. Get Away From it All in Sunnyside
This house, tucked into Sunnyside’s vibrant neighborhood, will have you reveling in a relaxed atmosphere, thanks to the expansive backyard and wooden patio! However, whenever you want to venture away from your screen, the neighborhood will envelop you with its live music, taco stands, and cocktail bars.
Most co-living spaces request you to commit to staying for at least 30 days, but this spot requires you to book for at least 60 days, which likely definitely bodes well for some of you seeking a place to live in San Francisco. Each room is a private room, so you can escape to your lair whenever you desire.
What’s the cost?
A private room with a shared bathroom costs $1,775 a month, while a room with a private bathroom costs $2,300.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi, shared kitchen, and on-site laundry facilities.
Benefits of living here:
- Close to Balboa Park BART station and the M Muni Line
- Nice, big backyard
- Surrounded by a vibrant, happy neighborhood
3. Enjoy a Fun Space in The Japantown House
Situated above a ground floor restaurant, The Japantown House boasts a fun modern design that will definitely propel a pleasant combination of productivity and socialization. This co-living space is located in the thick of delicious sushi, shabu-shabu, and ramen restaurants. You’ll also find a collection of spas and karaoke bars dotting the area. What’s not to love about this neighborhood, right?
What’s the cost?
It costs $1,980 per month to book a bed in a shared room.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi, a shared kitchen, weekly housekeeping, and on-site laundry facilities.
Benefits of living here:
- Walking distance to UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion, Safeway, and Jefferson Square Park
- Excellent neighborhood with plenty of nearby activities
4. Admire the Great Views in Inner Richmond
Decorated with nine bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, this space is tailor-made for digital nomads looking to elevate their social lives with like-minded individuals. Admire views of the Presidio Green Belt while you type away and go for a run in the nearby Golden Gate Park whenever you need a break from work. This neighborhood is also a melting pot for cuisine. You won’t ever have to worry about craving something and not finding it here!
And on top of it all, the Richmond is a calmer, more chill neighborhood of SF—great for working and getting things done.
What’s the cost?
The room prices vary from $1,495 to $1,825, and each room offers either a twin bed or a full bed.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi, a shared kitchen, and on-site laundry facilities.
Benefits of living here:
- Walking distance to Safeway and Golden Gate Park
- In a neighborhood with a smorgasbord of food
- Sleepier environment than the rest of the city
5. Stay in the Ideally Located SOMA
Situated amid a collection of warehouses, bumping night clubs, and swanky restaurants sits an ever-so stylish co-living space. This lovely house suits digital nomads who want to be around people, but don’t want to live with too many people. Plus, the ultra-cozy but minimalist design will keep you comfortable while you work and sleep.
This co-living space asks that you commit to 60 days, but hey, this just means that you won’t have to spend all month thinking about where to go next!
What’s the cost?
The room prices vary from $1,595 to $2,199, and each room offers either a twin bed or a full bed.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi, a shared kitchen, and on-site laundry facilities.
Benefits of living here:
- Walking distance to Walgreens, Civic Center Subway Station, and San Francisco City Hall, and downtown shopping
- Close to Oracle Park where you can support the San Francisco Giants
- SoMa has numerous chic nightclubs worth checking out
6. Join the Fun in the Mission District
Work hard, play hard while living in the eccentric, lively Mission District! The explosion of energy can be heard in live music venues or at the cocktail bars dotting this neighborhood. To make matters better, it also has a fantastic selection of taquerias. And come on, amazing tacos only work to elevate the remarkability of any community.
This quirky co-living space comes with five rooms, making it possible to meet other like-minded remote workers. But if you ever get sick of them, you can always walk to one of the nearby cafes to work.
What’s the cost?
The room prices vary from $1,925 to $2,250, and each room offers either a queen bed or a full bed.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi, a shared kitchen, and on-site laundry facilities.
Benefits of living here:
- Walking distance to Arizmendi Bakery, Wholefoods, Yoga Tree Valencia, Mission Dolores Park, 24th St Mission Subway Station
- The taco stands—need I say more?
7. Live in the Thick of the Action at 1010 Bush Co-Living
Located near an array of restaurants, shops, and notable districts, this co-living space gives you the chance to experience San Francisco in all of its glory! 1010 Bush Co-living is located in Nob Hill, where posh and bustle combine to form one quirky, loveable neighborhood.
This space offers a variety of shared rooms, granting the chance to get to know your housemates really well. It’s like living in a grown-up dorm or being a camper at a glamorous camp (with all the amenities needed to heighten your remote work experience). Do note that you’re required to commit to at least 90 days in this space.
What’s the cost?
The cheapest shared room costs $725 a month. Whereas, the most expensive shared room asks you to pay $1,695 a month. Or you can upgrade to a private room for just $1,795 a month.
Included amenities:
This co-living space comes with WiFi and a shared kitchen.
Benefits of living here:
- It takes under 10 minutes to walk to Nourish Cafe & Zeki’s Bar, Another Cafe, Huntington Park, Trader Joe’s, and Union Square.
- In less than 20 minutes, you can reach the Whole Foods Market and Powell Street Subway Station on foot.
What do you think of these seven unique co-living spaces in San Francisco? Did any pop out at you? SF is definitely a fun-loving, quirky place to consider staying for a while. And there’s no doubt that you’ll encounter several remote workers dotting cafes or hitting up trendy bars and restaurants. It’s the ideal place to immerse yourself into the digital nomad lifestyle fully!
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