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Quality Berkeley in house apartment rental for post graduates who care

Berkeley, California, United States
Rates from USD $1985 | Monthly

Apartment or Condo | Private Space
Available Dates:
From August 1, 2024

Description

Wikipedia: : Berkeley is considered one of the most socially liberal cities in the United States'. Our upper Berkeley Hills location showcases individual private custom build residences. We offer a month-to-month term lease (length of rental agreement depends on cleanliness) one Bedroom cozy and quiet in law unit in our Mediterranean 1928 built residence. Independent entrance, very clean, well lit, lots of windows, lots of dimmer controlled high quality ceiling light fixtures, located in the upper Berkeley Hills (one block below Grizzly Peak, top of hill elevation 1070 feet (0.33 km)). Therefore, the property and neighborhood has stunning Bay Area, San Francisco, Pacific Ocean views with great panoramic view sunsets. Great for outdoor activities, casual walks or professional sportive activities in adjacent nature areas (Tilden Park and others) . The in law's independent entry faces the fountain front palm garden. Fully furnished, features travertine bathroom and kitchen, dishwasher, basic dishes, cooking utensils, bedsheets and appliances. Common garden use ok (https://www.houzz.com/projects/292306/medit-berkeley-hills). Most tenants use living room as an open living room/ work space office. We can provide additional work tables. 7 Min walking distance to LBNL in the Berkeley Hills (math and physics). No street parking fees, 10 Min. to Tilden park, lake Anza 20min, bus (#65) stops one block away. Walk downhill to downtown Berkeley/ UC Berkeley, food and action 25 Min., back up the hill 40 Min. UC bus stops at LBNL. If you do not have a car, landlord can help with combined food shopping (Trader Joe, Berkeley Bowl, Costco). Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco by BART (underground) is 25 Min. Interaction with us is not required, but we love to throw in once in a while a home cooked all organic meal to celebrate life family style, when time permits. 97% of tenants who stayed in our household have become lifelong friends and stay still in contact after many years. We do not rent primarily for monetary reasons, but love to share our place with open-minded, diverse scholars from all over the world.

Private Space Offered

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
487 ft2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Apartment or Condo

Comments: Independent super clean quality unit, fully furnished, recessed lighting & wall sconces, own washer&dryer, dishwasher, bedsheets, towels, all kitchen utensils, microwave, coffee maker, floor heating, internet min. 900mbps, living room can be office

Availability

From August 1, 2024

Minimum Stay

12 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Preferred international post graduates for 2 year rental, Longer terms if needed can be negotiated afterwards.

Location

Private Space in a Apartment or Condo in Berkeley, California, United States

Closest University

UC Berkeley, LBNL

Nearby Universities
Stanford, University of San Francisco, Davis
Neighborhood

Quiet residential hillside custom homes, lots of green spaces and wild live, free street parking

Nearby Cities

Kensington | Berkeley | Oakland | Albany | El Cerrito

Comments: Upper Berkeley Hills, bay views and sunsets. Higher elevation often above bay area low summer fog levels across and north of Golden Gate Bridge. Property entails Mediterranean garden for shared use.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Mountains
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $1985 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Prefered > 2 years, month to month contract, security deposit $1985, Rental will depend on cleanliness and upkeep of high end wood windows, wool carpets, travertine counters and tiles. Utility unit increases will be proportionally passed on.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: As we do, a no shoe policy inside is must, Weekly vacuuming by tenants, cleanliness and healthy housekeeping practices are expected.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Floor heating, Miele vacuum cleaner, Wool carpet, additional external hallway small storage

Reviews

1
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