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Beautiful, newly converted studio in charming, safe/quiet neighborhood

Richmond, California, United States
Rates from USD $800 | Weekly

Guest House | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From September 1, 2026

Description

Come and visit this cute, safe and quiet location in a charming neighborhood in the East Bay. Conversion of this lovely studio apartment was completed in July 2026 so everything in it is brand new. It is 540 square foot (just over 50 square meters) in area which is roughly the same size as a typical 2-bed apartment. It is suitable for a couple, perhaps with a toddler. The kitchen is well equipped with a fridge/freezer, a dishwasher, a 2-ring induction cooker, a combined microwave/oven, an electric kettle, a coffee maker, a toaster and an air fryer. It also has all you need by way of cutlery, cups, glasses, plates, bowls, ..etc. The bed is King size which is the largest size available in the US. The mattress is brand new and is rated "medium". It is 14" thick. Heating and air conditioning is provided by an efficient heat pump unit. The marble-walled bathroom has a walk-in shower with hand-held and rainfall nozzles. Natural hardwood floors and natural lighting give the apartment a bright ambience, and the neighborhood is so quiet that it is ideal for those who are working from home or prefer a quiet personal space. Guests have free access to a washing machine and a dryer on the premises. There is a small park with a well-equipped children's playground about a 1 minute walk away. It is quiet but cute, and ideal for young kiddos! Guests have access to the back yard which is still work in progress, but replete with flowers and an orange tree. My shy but lovely cat, Onion, is frequently found frolicking in the backyard! If you have a car, you can park it on the street, with no permit required. This is a safe, quiet neighborhood atop a small hill, matched by a warm and supportive local community. For its location, look up "Mendocino Park CA 94804" on Google maps. The apartment is less than 1 minutes' walk from the park. I work at UC Berkeley and commute daily, whether on bike or via public transport, and it takes me between 20-30 minutes to get to campus. If you have any questions, please reach out!

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
540 ft2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Guest House

Availability

From September 1, 2026

Minimum Stay

14 Days

Comments: The minimum stay is 2 weeks, charged at $2200. Stays of 3 weeks or more will be charged at the pro rata rate of $3200/month

Location

Guest House in Richmond, California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Berkeley

Nearby Universities
University of California, San Francisco | Contra Costa College | Berkeley City College | UC Berkeley Art and Design Extension | Laney College | Samuel Merritt University | University of California, Berkeley
Neighborhood

El Cerrito

Nearby Cities

Berkeley | Oakland | San Francisco | Richmond | Albany | Emeryville | El Cerrito

Explore the Area

Surroundings

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

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $800 Weekly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Minimum period is 2 weeks charged at $2000

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: If you have a car, street parking is available, with no permit required

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Exterior

Garden

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: The residence is in my backyard. I and my lovely cat (Onion) make regular use of the backyard but you are welcome to enjoy it too!

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