LOCATION
This mother-in-law studio is well located in a safe and peaceful neighborhood in sunny Arcata, not far from the Plaza and Creamery District. It shares this address with the main home, however it has a private entrance with a well-lit walkway on the west side of the property.
STUDIO
* Entry - private entry; key and keyless entry option
* Flooring - engineered hardwood (living), linoleum (bathroom)
* Kitchenette - (not a full kitchen) includes a counter with wooden drawers and cabinets for storage, stainless sink and faucet, countertop burner, microwave, air fryer/ toaster over (newer than in photos), and a compact refrigerator with freezer.
* Bathroom - vanity, medicine cabinet, toilet, shower. No mold!!!
* Sleeping - fits a twin or full size bed, which can be elevated for storage underneath; ceilings are standard height; window located near the bed nook for added ventilation
* Heating - small gas heater and thermostat maintained annually; this place is warm, cozy and is fully insulated.
* Laundry - shared access may be discussed and agreed upon by all tenants; laundromats with free transfers are within a short distance
EXTERIOR
* Parking - street parking with driveway access for loading/ unloading
* Yard - side yard is private although not fenced; garden space in back; front and back yards may be shared with the main home if there is agreement between renters; covered bike storage may be possible
* Trash / Recycling - located on the opposite side of the home; shared cost and responsibility
FURNISHINGS
This studio has been rented both furnished or not. It is currently unfurnished, although the images in the listing show it furnished (to help visualize).
* Unfurnished $850/ month + shared utilities (~$150)
* Furnished: We are happy to help furnish your place with a full bed*, mattress*, dresser* or closet rack*, desk, chair, basic cooking equipment, refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave, carpets for an additional fee.
TERMS
* 6-12 month lease required
* Shared utilities, laundry and yard with main house
* Security deposit equal to 1 month's rent
*Small pets may be considered with a deposit and renter’s insurance
NOTES
* This property shares walls with the main home but is well insulated from sounds
* Rent is based on a single occupant
* This is a no smoking property
* Pro-rated first month's rent if renting after the first
* Credit check may not be necessary; proof of employment required.
More about location:
1 block from Arcata city buses (Red)
~5 minute walk to Greenview Market
~10 minute walk to Arcata Plaza
~25 minute walk to HSU campus
~3 minutes to freeway entrances North or South