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Lovely Berkeley (Elmwood) garden one-bedroom cottage, fully furnished

Berkeley, California, United States
Rates from USD $2800 | Monthly

Apartment or Condo | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From August 9, 2026 until June 30, 2027

Description

Fully furnished, lovely and spacious Berkeley (Elmwood) one-bedroom apartment in garden cottage behind detached main house and locking gate on quiet, safe street. Easy walk or bike to UC Berkeley, quick walk to Rockridge BART or transbay bus to San Francisco. Size: Approx. 730 sq. ft., including the dedicated laundry room. A covered area is available for a bicycle. The space is large enough to entertain some dinner guests comfortably, or have a weekend guest from out of town, and cozy and private enough to feel truly at home. Highlights: Bamboo flooring throughout, well-appointed kitchen, excellent lighting, two large closets, several windows with serene garden views, on-site laundry. Gas, electricity, water, trash, and high-speed Wi-Fi service included. Very well maintained. Bedroom and Office: Comfortable queen bed (with all bedding), locking bedroom door, large closet, nice garden views, large desk, bookcase. All bath towels are included, too. Living Room: pull-out couchbed (best for one adult), several comfortable chairs, moveable TV and stand, large closet, bookshelves. Kitchen and Dining: The kitchen has a full set of cookware and dishes/glasses/cutlery, several convenient appliances, ample storage, private garden views, and a foldable dining room table that can expand for four people. Smoke-Free, Allergy-Free: No smoking, vaping, or pets. NONE. Nice Neighbors: Friendly, courteous, respectful couple (long-time owner) lives in a separate craftsman house on the property. A UC Berkeley post-doc couple lives in the upstairs portion of this duplex cottage. We share bicycle storage, recycling/trash take-out duties, take in each other's mail when out of town, swap new restaurant recommendations, encourage sampling of property's ten fruit trees, and offer general neighborliness. Great Location: On a quiet, safe, beautiful Elmwood street, one block off College Avenue in Berkeley. Walking time: UC Berkeley, 20 min; Rockridge BART, 10 min; transbay bus, 5 min; coffee/bakeries/restaurants/markets, 3 min. With just about everything you might need within walking distance (including mind-clearing hikes along trails in the hills), perhaps there's no need for a car. Rental Term: Slightly negotiable on start date. Must coincide with at least one full academic year; not available for single semester. $2800 per month, with all utilities (typically, that's $150/month, if charged separately) included. You: Please tell us a bit about you. You would be our neighbor. Email: stevenericsherman@gmail.com

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
1

Size
730 ft2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Apartment or Condo

Availability

From August 9, 2026 until June 30, 2027

Minimum Stay

11 Months

Comments: Minor flexibility on start date. Rental term to June 30, 2027 or beyond. ALSO AVAILABLE as short-term rental, June 15 to mid-July, 2026, on weekly basis ($1000 per week)

Location

Apartment or Condo in Berkeley, California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Berkeley

Nearby Universities
University of California, Berkeley
Neighborhood

Elmwood

Nearby Cities

Oakland

Comments: Fully furnished, lovely and spacious Berkeley (Elmwood) one-bedroom apartment in garden cottage behind detached main house and locking gate on quiet, safe street. Easy walk or bike to UC Berkeley, quick walk to Rockridge BART, bus to San Francisco

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $2800 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Included are all utilities (typically $150/month, if charged separately, or if you have to obtain yourself).

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Smoke-Free, Allergy-Free: No smoking, vaping, pets. Off-street parking is easy. Walking: UC Berkeley, 20 min; Rockridge BART, 10 min; transbay bus to SF, 5 min; coffee/bakeries/restaurants/markets, 3 min. Very convenient: you may not need a car.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

I may need help with plants or garden

Comments: Owner lives in main house. We share bicycle storage, recycling/trash take-out duties, take in each other's mail when out of town, swap new restaurant recommendations, encourage sampling of property's ten fruit trees, and offer general neighborliness.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Garden

Backyard

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Newly remodeled. Excellent condition. Great location. Safe, serene, and convenient.

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Listing Owner

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