What is the average rent in Buena Vista?

The median asking rent in Buena Vista is $5,595/mo across 23 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,954/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Buena Vista?

A one-bedroom in Buena Vista runs about $4,573/mo and a two-bedroom about $6,598/mo, from live listings across our index.

What income do I need to rent in Buena Vista?

At the 30% rule, the $5,595/mo median asking rent in Buena Vista takes about $223,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in Buena Vista?

64% of Buena Vista's 6,633 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in Buena Vista right now?

25 rentals are available in Buena Vista right now, 23 of them with a listed rent and bedroom count, across the 24 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is Buena Vista cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Buena Vista's $2,954/mo median is 11% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in Buena Vista, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in Buena Vista is $5,595/mo across 23 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,954/mo (Census estimate) — 11% above the SF Bay Area average and 111% above the national one. 64% of the 6,633 people here rent. Fairway tracks 24 Buena Vista properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in Buena Vista?

A one-bedroom in Buena Vista runs $4,573/mo and a two-bedroom $6,598/mo, from live listings across our index.

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
1 Bedroom	$4,573/mo	35%	8	Find places →
2 Bedroom	$6,598/mo	52%	12	Find places →
3+ Bedroom	$8,495/mo	13%	3	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for Buena Vista, computed at page load. Availability refreshed continuously.

Rent affordability

Household income

$/yr

Comfortable is the 30% rule; landlords here typically require 2.5–3× the monthly rent in gross income. Buena Vista's $5,595/mo median asking rent sits in your a stretch range.

Who rents in Buena Vista

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in Buena Vista pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500

$500–$999

$1,000–$1,499

$1,500–$1,999

10%

$2,000+

77%

Is Buena Vista a good place to live?

Yes: Buena Vista grades A+ overall — strongest on walkability, weakest on housing.

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsA-

Cost of LivingC-

Safety—

NightlifeA+

Outdoor ActivitiesA+

WalkabilityA+

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

Buena Vista$5,59523A+

Corona Heights—0A+

Haight Ashbury$4,62314A+

Castro—0A+

Ashbury Heights$7,0004A+

Duboce Triangle$5,5254A+

Cole Valley$2,7009A+

Eureka Valley$5,4955A+

Panhandle$6,19511A+

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Buena Vista.

Population6,633

Median Income$207K

White

67%

Asian

13%

Two or More

11%

Hispanic

Black

Commute & Transportation

How residents of Buena Vista get to work.

Drive Alone23%

Walk/Bike10%

Work from Home42%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Buena Vista.

Home Types

Small Apt Building

55%

Large Apt Building

22%

Single Family

17%

Townhouse

Home Age

2000–Present

1980–1999

1960–1979

15%

1940–1959

13%

Before 1939

63%

Renting in Buena Vista, explained

What is the average rent in Buena Vista?: The median asking rent in Buena Vista is $5,595/mo across 23 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,954/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Buena Vista?: A one-bedroom in Buena Vista runs about $4,573/mo and a two-bedroom about $6,598/mo, from live listings across our index.
Is Buena Vista a good place to live?: Yes: Buena Vista grades A+ overall — strongest on walkability, weakest on housing.
What income do I need to rent in Buena Vista?: At the 30% rule, the $5,595/mo median asking rent in Buena Vista takes about $223,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in Buena Vista?: 64% of Buena Vista's 6,633 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in Buena Vista right now?: 25 rentals are available in Buena Vista right now, 23 of them with a listed rent and bedroom count, across the 24 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is Buena Vista cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Buena Vista's $2,954/mo median is 11% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

The honest answers.

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What if I already found a place?: Tell us and we'll pressure-test it: the real monthly cost, what's in the lease, and whether something better posted this week. If it's the right place, we'll say so.

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