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Home with Beautiful Bay Views in the Berkeley Hills

Berkeley, California, United States
Rates from USD $5000 | Monthly

House | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From July 1, 2025 until May 31, 2026

Description

This is a beautiful, cozy home in the Berkeley Hills. In the Mediterranean style, it was built in 1930. It is comfortable and inviting. Enter through the gate to a lovely courtyard. The main floor has formal living and dining room with a deck of approximately 300 square feet that has a covered seating and dining area. There is a heater on the deck to keep you warm and cozy while enjoying views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco. An updated kitchen and casual dining area are also on the main floor. On the second story, there are two large bedrooms, two bathrooms and an office with spectacular views. The large office and 2nd bathroom are accessible through the primary bedroom. Like most houses in the Berkeley Hills, there is central heat but no cooling. The primary bedroom has a ceiling fan for cooling on one of the few hot days during the summer months. Below the home is a hillside garden complete with decks, stairways, and a sports court for bocce ball and similar sports. The garden is maintained by the owner and a gardener. There is a studio under the house accessible through the stairs to the garden. This studio is not included in the rental.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
1,500 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From July 1, 2025 until May 31, 2026

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: We prefer 10 months or full academic year but are flexible to start with a three month rental minimum

Location

House in Berkeley, California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Berkeley

Nearby Universities
University of California, Berkeley
Neighborhood

Berkeley Hills

Nearby Cities

Berkeley

Comments: Beautiful views of Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Mount Tam, San Francisco Bay. Nice friendly neighbors on a quiet street. Two story home and laundry room in basement. Detached Garage building/ lower level not included in rental.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

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

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $5000 Monthly

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: Rent may vary depending if some of the utilities are included in the rent. Wifi can also be included in the rent.

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: This is a two story home with staircase so care should be taken when young kids are present.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: 1, The neighbors respect the parking spaces in front of individual houses. 2. Parking available across the street. Hillside neighbors park on the upper street. 3. The bus to campus is two blocks away. 4. There is central heat but no cooling.

Reviews

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2022

Trust Score (60)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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