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urbanests

2149 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94131, USA

San Francisco, United States

Beds:

100

Location type:

City

Audience type:

Students

36 reviews

With the high demand for student, tech, and corporate housing in San Francisco we understand finding affordable housing options in urban areas can be such a drag. At Urbanests, we want to take the stress out of your housing search experience and provide you with a simple and convenient service to put an end to your quest for your nest in the city.

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Amenities

Shared kitchen

Shared bathroom

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Shakiah

26.12.2025

review

The landlord was very helpful throughout my stay. The room came with a desk, small dresser, sink, bed with blanket and sheets as well as small fridge. Apartment is very close to all transportation including BART.

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Anjan Venkatesh

07.12.2025

review

I was very happy with my stay at UrbaNests in North Beach. Reasonably priced and ideal for anyone who needs a short-term rental (or is moving to SF for the first time). The neighbourhood is safe and has a ton of great restaurants and nightlife nearby. It's quite central so you have lots of public transport options to get around. My room was well-maintained with lots of natural light. Amenities are shared but you have your privacy and I rarely heard or saw any of the other tenants. Common areas are well-kept. Definitely recommend!

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Şiku babä Kurt •••

13.10.2025

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I’m Chakib, and I’m really glad that I was part of this community. The communication was always clear and professional, and the team was very responsive — I always received fast and helpful replies to my emails. Everyone was friendly, supportive, and made things easy throughout my stay. The place was well-maintained, organized, and the overall experience was excellent. I truly appreciate all the help and professionalism. Highly recommended ❤️

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Vijit Dua

01.10.2025

review

1. Prorated rent bill: They gave me the wrong prorated rent bill. I caught the error, but even their “correction” was wrong - I had to send my own calculations to their accountants to finally fix the bill. An unnecessarily long process. Almost got overcharged by ~$1,000. 2. Move out and security deposit: After I moved out, they ignored refunding my security deposit entirely. No refund, no itemized deductions. I sent several emails without acknowledgment - until I mentioned small claims court. Only then did they start replying, but I am still in the process of a resolution as of writing this review, there has been none so far. 3. State of room and apartment: The room smelt like an ex smokers room, room was covered in cobwebs and windows grimy. Spent 2 days just cleaning it up and making it breathable and liveable. The shared kitchen had literal cokcroaches in it and broken microwaves. Bathrooms were frequently clogged. The elevator got stuck with me on one of the floors once for a good 5 minutes and their posted inspection date expired ~4 years ago. Nothing works properly and it's almost unlivable. 4. Wifi The provided wifi doesn't work at speeds above 1Mbps besides at night. Unusable internet speed. 5. Intentionally Scaming Residents One mistake can happen, but I’ve seen the same pattern with other residents that lived there - especially with their financial "mishaps". It feels intentional, like part of their business model. I know of other residents who lived there and they are also equally dissatisfied.

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Aryan Jain

27.08.2025

review

Clean rooms, great vibe! Full of founders, very great place to be when in San Francisco. Was warned that the area wasn't the best, but it was very safe, even at night. Building manager was polite, and had my room ready as soon as I got there - requests for a desk and a fridge were also met immediately- Overall Great experience.

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Anelya Altiyeva

02.04.2025

review

Moving to San Francisco from New York, and originally Kazakstan, wasn’t easy- especially on a student budget. Finding an affordable apartment close to my university felt like a challenge—until I discovered Urbanests. What stood out right away was the affordability compared to other options in the city. As a student, that was a huge plus. But even more importantly, the community here is so diverse and welcoming. The events help me feel more connected and engaged with my neighbors. I’ve met people from all walks of life, made new friends, and felt a real sense of belonging. For students looking for affordable, well-situated housing in San Francisco, Urbanests is absolutely worth checking out. The mix of affordability, convenience, and a supportive community make it the right choice for me.

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David Sirbu

17.02.2025

review

I had a positive experience staying in their unit. They kept my unit maintained well before I moved in. Both managers were very friendly and easy to contact. I never felt like I had to wait long for a bathroom or a shower to be available. All the tenants were respectful, but it's San Francisco-so don't expect anyone to be particularly friend. It's also like a hotel where people move in and out constantly. The only real issue I had was getting my deposit back in a timely manner, but ultimately it was sent to me.

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Mehmet Koçer

29.12.2024

review

A fire broke out on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 12:44. I'm saying it seriously... There is a psychologically disturbed manager here. And he doesn't care about anyone. .I definitely do not recommend it..... And the electrical problems in the building continue....

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urbanests

2149 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94131, USA

San Francisco, United States

Beds:

100

Location type:

City

Audience type:

Students

36 reviews

With the high demand for student, tech, and corporate housing in San Francisco we understand finding affordable housing options in urban areas can be such a drag. At Urbanests, we want to take the stress out of your housing search experience and provide you with a simple and convenient service to put an end to your quest for your nest in the city.

Visit a website

Amenities

Shared kitchen

Shared bathroom

Shakiah profile image

Shakiah

26.12.2025

review

The landlord was very helpful throughout my stay. The room came with a desk, small dresser, sink, bed with blanket and sheets as well as small fridge. Apartment is very close to all transportation including BART.

Anjan Venkatesh profile image

Anjan Venkatesh

07.12.2025

review

I was very happy with my stay at UrbaNests in North Beach. Reasonably priced and ideal for anyone who needs a short-term rental (or is moving to SF for the first time). The neighbourhood is safe and has a ton of great restaurants and nightlife nearby. It's quite central so you have lots of public transport options to get around. My room was well-maintained with lots of natural light. Amenities are shared but you have your privacy and I rarely heard or saw any of the other tenants. Common areas are well-kept. Definitely recommend!

Şiku babä Kurt ••• profile image

Şiku babä Kurt •••

13.10.2025

review

I’m Chakib, and I’m really glad that I was part of this community. The communication was always clear and professional, and the team was very responsive — I always received fast and helpful replies to my emails. Everyone was friendly, supportive, and made things easy throughout my stay. The place was well-maintained, organized, and the overall experience was excellent. I truly appreciate all the help and professionalism. Highly recommended ❤️

Vijit Dua profile image

Vijit Dua

01.10.2025

review

1. Prorated rent bill: They gave me the wrong prorated rent bill. I caught the error, but even their “correction” was wrong - I had to send my own calculations to their accountants to finally fix the bill. An unnecessarily long process. Almost got overcharged by ~$1,000. 2. Move out and security deposit: After I moved out, they ignored refunding my security deposit entirely. No refund, no itemized deductions. I sent several emails without acknowledgment - until I mentioned small claims court. Only then did they start replying, but I am still in the process of a resolution as of writing this review, there has been none so far. 3. State of room and apartment: The room smelt like an ex smokers room, room was covered in cobwebs and windows grimy. Spent 2 days just cleaning it up and making it breathable and liveable. The shared kitchen had literal cokcroaches in it and broken microwaves. Bathrooms were frequently clogged. The elevator got stuck with me on one of the floors once for a good 5 minutes and their posted inspection date expired ~4 years ago. Nothing works properly and it's almost unlivable. 4. Wifi The provided wifi doesn't work at speeds above 1Mbps besides at night. Unusable internet speed. 5. Intentionally Scaming Residents One mistake can happen, but I’ve seen the same pattern with other residents that lived there - especially with their financial "mishaps". It feels intentional, like part of their business model. I know of other residents who lived there and they are also equally dissatisfied.

Aryan Jain profile image

Aryan Jain

27.08.2025

review

Clean rooms, great vibe! Full of founders, very great place to be when in San Francisco. Was warned that the area wasn't the best, but it was very safe, even at night. Building manager was polite, and had my room ready as soon as I got there - requests for a desk and a fridge were also met immediately- Overall Great experience.

Anelya Altiyeva profile image

Anelya Altiyeva

02.04.2025

review

Moving to San Francisco from New York, and originally Kazakstan, wasn’t easy- especially on a student budget. Finding an affordable apartment close to my university felt like a challenge—until I discovered Urbanests. What stood out right away was the affordability compared to other options in the city. As a student, that was a huge plus. But even more importantly, the community here is so diverse and welcoming. The events help me feel more connected and engaged with my neighbors. I’ve met people from all walks of life, made new friends, and felt a real sense of belonging. For students looking for affordable, well-situated housing in San Francisco, Urbanests is absolutely worth checking out. The mix of affordability, convenience, and a supportive community make it the right choice for me.

David Sirbu profile image

David Sirbu

17.02.2025

review

I had a positive experience staying in their unit. They kept my unit maintained well before I moved in. Both managers were very friendly and easy to contact. I never felt like I had to wait long for a bathroom or a shower to be available. All the tenants were respectful, but it's San Francisco-so don't expect anyone to be particularly friend. It's also like a hotel where people move in and out constantly. The only real issue I had was getting my deposit back in a timely manner, but ultimately it was sent to me.

Mehmet Koçer profile image

Mehmet Koçer

29.12.2024

review

A fire broke out on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 12:44. I'm saying it seriously... There is a psychologically disturbed manager here. And he doesn't care about anyone. .I definitely do not recommend it..... And the electrical problems in the building continue....