About 990 Geary The Rex Arms apartments at 990 Geary will catch your eye with the recognizable brick façade and bold exterior. This historic apartment was rebuilt in 1914 after crumbling in the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Now, stronger than ever and taking up the lofty corner of Geary and Polk, this apartment rests in the heart of Downtown San Francisco. Luxurious hotels, quaint bars and restaurants and iconic music venues fuel the area with lively culture. This beautiful building shows off an elegant lobby with marble floors and chandelier upon arrival. The courtyard features gorgeous Bay Area jasmine that crawls up the side of the building every few years.