Charming 2-bedroom apartment with original details including casement windows, claw-foot bathtub, and original kitchen cabinets. Updates include a new electric fireplace, Samsung gas stove/oven, Bosch dishwasher, in-unit GE washer/dryer (heat pump combo model), and new instant gas water heater (located outside).
The unit is located in a side-by-side one-story duplex home, accessed by a short set of steps. There are south, east, and west exposures. The unit has access to a small enclosed/fenced patio (large enough for small outdoor furniture and plants). There is one other tenant (your neighbor) and the owner who also lives on the property (ADU in the rear).
About the unit
• 550 square feet total
• Kitchen features eat-in space, gas stove/oven, over-the-range microwave, and dishwasher
• Bathroom features a claw-foot tub, new bathroom vanity, medicine cabinet, and faucet
• Living room with east and south exposures, features a new electric fireplace and original hardwood flooring
• 2 bedrooms with south and west exposures, each with a closet
• In-unit washer/dryer (heat pump-based combo model)
• Fenced private patio space
• Off-street parking in driveway, included for first year (tandem parking, shared with other tenant)
• Storage space available, for fee (separate agreement)
Terms
• Rent: $2850 / month
• Lease term: One-year fixed term, with renewal or month-to-month options
• Deposit due upon lease signing: One-Month Rent and Security Deposit upfront
• Pets are allowed, with additional cost
• No smoking
• Utilities the tenant is responsible for: electricity/ gas (PG&E) and internet (pre-wired for Sonic fiber optic but to be arranged by tenant). Utilities covered by landlord: Water and trash/recycling/compost.
• Move-in date: December 1, 2026 or after / with flexibility
About the area
The West Berkeley location is steps away from Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Cafe Chiave, Anchalee, Tipsy Yeti, Cafe Buenos Aires, April Rose provisions shop, Mississippi Lounge, Third Culture Bakery, and Cafe Bolita. A short distance away are Berkeley Bowl West, Cali Alley, Viks Chaat, Middle East Market and Cafe, La Marcha, Mi Tierra market, Tanzie’s, Strawberry Creek Park, Ohlone Greenway, Aquatic Park, the 4th Street retail corridor, and many other great food, social, and community spots.
Convenient access to public transportation, including the bus lines along San Pablo and cross-town buses that connect to downtown Berkeley and UC Berkeley campus, as well as a Lyft Bike shared bicycle station one block away (formerly called Bay Wheels).