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Sublets on Nob Hill

Furnished apartments and rooms on Nob Hill, from one month. For UCSF students, medical residents, and visiting clinicians whose rotations don't match a 12-month lease.

Explore Nob Hill

Nob Hill is a charming neighborhood in San Francisco known for its stunning views, historic architecture, and vibrant culture. This area is particularly popular among UCSF students, medical residents, and visiting clinicians, providing a unique living experience close to essential amenities and transportation links.

Finding Sublets in Nob Hill

With no active listings at the moment, it's important to start your search early. Sublets typically cater to short-term stays, making them perfect for those in rotations or on temporary contracts. Set alerts on snag to stay updated on new listings that fit your schedule.

Why Choose Nob Hill?

Nob Hill offers a mix of quiet residential streets and lively local spots. The neighborhood is well-connected, with easy access to UCSF's Mission Bay campus via shuttle and cable car. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or vibrant nightlife, Nob Hill has something to offer.

Tips for Moving to Nob Hill

When considering a sublet, it's essential to understand the local market trends. Prices can fluctuate based on the academic calendar, particularly from June to September. Be prepared to act quickly when you find a listing that meets your needs.

frequently asked questions

How much does a sublet cost on Nob Hill?

A furnished private room on Nob Hill averages around $1,700 a month in 2026. Studios are closer to $2,800, 1BRs around $3,400. Prices climb June through August with the medical rotation cycle, and again in September when UCSF students settle in. The listings on this page update live — filter by your dates to see what's actually open.

What's the best part of Nob Hill to sublet in?

The top of the hill near Grace Cathedral is the priciest and quietest. Lower Nob toward Bush and Sutter is more affordable. The Polk corridor on the west edge is the busiest, with restaurants and bars. Every snag listing shows the exact block, so you pick by commute, not by guess.

How early should I start looking for a sublet on Nob Hill?

Six to eight weeks out is the sweet spot. UCSF rotations shift in late June and the medical year starts in July, so the best inventory for that wave goes by April. For a shoulder-season stay, two to four weeks is usually enough. Set an alert on snag and you’ll get pinged when new listings post.

What's the commute from Nob Hill to UCSF?

The UCSF Mission Bay shuttle stops near Nob Hill and runs to campus in about 15 minutes. The cable car drops you in FiDi in 10. By bike, plan on 20 minutes to Mission Bay. Every snag listing shows the closest stop, so you can sanity-check the commute before you message a host.

Are Nob Hill sublets usually furnished?

Most are. Nob Hill subletters are typically UCSF students on rotation elsewhere, residents finishing a clinical year, or visiting clinicians on short contracts, so the apartment stays as it is: bed, couch, kitchen, Wi-Fi. Every listing on snag tags furnished or unfurnished up top, so you can filter before you click in.

Who sublets on Nob Hill?

UCSF medical, dental, and nursing students. Residents and fellows at UCSF and CPMC. Visiting clinicians on short rotations. The 12-month lease doesn’t match what any of them are doing, which is why Nob Hill runs on subletting cycles tied to the July clinical year and rotation schedules.