$1850(Summer Discount available!)/ 1br - 350ft2 - Small and Lovely Historic 1906 Berkeley Studio Garden Cottage (fully detached) near UC

$1850 / 1br – Small and Lovely Historic 1906 Berkeley Garden Cottage (fully detached) SUMMER DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!

Available JULY 15, 2020 (some flexibility for move-in date)

Small, lovely and historic 1906 detached cottage garden studio (with 2 lofts for sleep &/or storage, 350 sq ft total) in South Campus/adjacent to the Elmwood district area.

8-10min walk, just 7 blocks from UC Berkeley on a beautiful and quiet residential street.

Not an “in-law” apartment with any shared walls – this is a newly-renovated, detached cottage/historic carriage house dating back to the early 20th century. Ideal for visiting faculty/scholar or graduate student.

Walk/bike score 95+ (highest score, by zip code, in Berkeley). Cottage is for one occupant; may consider a couple for adjusted monthly rent. (No pets, no smokers).

Fully furnished – move-in ready – everything but your clothes and food provided!

The garden cottage studio is fully separated from the nearest dwelling, and screened from view, nestled within a large and verdant back garden lot. Cottage interior recently renovated: new bamboo flooring, new bathroom (shower, no tub), new elec. & gas heat, kitchen (2-burner gas kitchen stove, fridge, freezer, microwave, small convection/toaster oven).

Cottage is also furnished with a new hypoallergenic box spring/mattress, desk/table, chairs, bookshelves, and a twin-sized sofa/hideabed for guests. Towels, linens, cooking utensils, dishes, shelving, lamps all provided as well.

The large yard is an edible garden you can partake in: fruit trees, herbs and vegetables of many varieties – garden enthusiasts welcome. A petite and charming historic must-see gem!

5-minute walk to shopping (Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, farmers' markets), BART, restaurants, cinemas and major bus lines. Street parking available. DirecTV satellite dish + AT&T DSL hookups also available. On-site washer/dryer available for small monthly fee.

No pets, no smokers. Street parking available (Area J residential parking district).

Rent: $1850/mo for one occupant. Summer discounts available! Rent includes highspeed Sonic internet, sewage/recycling. Summer discount available!
Additional utilities (gas/electric/water) average $100-$125/month for single occupant, paid by landlord and added to monthly rent.

Cottage is intended for a single occupant; will consider a couple for adjusted monthly rent. Apologies – no pets allowed.

Available for move-in JULY 15 (some flexibility with move-in date). 9-12 month lease options, with option to renew.

Move-in fees: $3450 security deposit.
Please have credit report, income verification and recent landlord and employer referrals available.
Rental application will be provided. Co-signator required if rent is greater than 30% of current monthly income.

Shown BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, virtual or face to face
NOTE: virtual Zoom /FaceTime tours available by arrangement - please arrange appointment via email and include your phone number and a description of your housing preferences and needs.

Basics:

Number of Bedrooms 1	Number of Bathrooms 1	Number of Offices 0
Surface Size 350 Sq. Feet	Suited for 2 people	Property Type Cottage or Country Home