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Walking distance to MRSI/LBL

Floor Plan Models and Units
Number of BedroomsNumber of BathroomsRent RangeSquare FootageName of Floor PlanUnit NumberAvailabilityNewly AddedView More Details
Beds Baths Rent Sq. Ft. Max Occupants Availability
1 Bathroom $1,350 / Bedroom 163 1 Resident 6/1/25
6/1/25 $1,350 / Bedroom163Sq. Ft.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Single Room - One Person Only in Berkeley Hills $1350/mo. Shared house

Room for Rent with Private Bathroom
Quiet Owner-Occupied Home in North Berkeley Hills
Location: Quiet residential street in the North Berkeley Hills
Rent: $1,350 per month (includes utilities)*
Deposit: $1,800 (exempt from new deposit limits as...
owner-occupied small landlord; see Berkeley deposit guidelines ( [web address removed]))
Lease Term: 9 months (academic rental period) or 1 year
Available: June 2025
Room: 163 sq ft Furnished private bedroom (approximately 11ft x 9ft) with private bathroom

About the Home and Neighborhood
You will be renting a private room with a private bathroom in our owner-occupied home. We are two working professionals who live on-site. The home is located in a peaceful neighborhood in the hills, approximately 1 mile from Andronico’s and Safeway grocery stores, and about 1 mile from Tilden Park. Bus access is nearby, but having a car or reliable transportation is recommended for errands and shopping. The neighborhood is safe, and security cameras are installed and monitored for added peace of mind.

Ideal Tenant Profile
We are looking for a single occupant who will appreciate and contribute to a quiet, respectful living environment. Successful previous tenants have typically:
    â€¢    Maintained a strong focus on work or studies
    â€¢    Had reliable transportation (car or other dependable means)
    â€¢    Been comfortable with a home accessed by two flights of stairs
    â€¢    Lived independently, kept the space tidy, and respected shared areas

Rental Terms and Requirements
To ensure a good fit and smooth tenancy, applicants must be able to:
    â€¢    Provide valid government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport)
    â€¢    Demonstrate financial ability to pay rent through credit score, bank statements, or a co-signer
    â€¢    Provide three professional or academic references (e.g., professors, supervisors) with contact information
    â€¢    Agree to sign a standard California residential lease and related documents
    â€¢    Adhere to a no-pets and no-smoking/vaping/substance policy/no subleasing

Amenities and Shared Spaces
    â€¢    Furnished private bedroom with private bathroom
    â€¢    Shared access to kitchen, dining room, living room, deck, and washer/dryer
    â€¢    Free, ample off-street parking available
    â€¢    Please note: no on-site storage available
    â€¢    Tenant to provide own linens (pillows, sheets, towels not included)

Utilities
Utilities are included in rent. If usage exceeds historical averages, tenant will be responsible for one-third of the excess cost (historical utility bills will be provided for reference).

Contact Information
If you meet the above criteria and are interested, please contact us to schedule a conversation and viewing:
Phone: (669) 235-7698
Please only inquire if you meet all the requirements listed above. Due to the high volume of inquiries, we kindly ask that you confirm you have carefully read and understood this listing before contacting us. We appreciate your cooperation and wish you the best of luck in your housing search! We appreciate your understanding and wish you success in your housing search!

Lease Terms

  • 12 month lease
  • Academic Year
Option To Renew

Lease renewal offered

Shared Housing

Private Bathroom

Expenses

Included Utilities
Utilities
Expense TypeFee
CableIncluded
ElectricityIncluded
GasIncluded
HeatIncluded
High-Speed InternetIncluded
Local PhoneIncluded
RecyclingIncluded
Trash RemovalIncluded
Water/SewerIncluded

Contact

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Amenities

Unit Features

  • Carpet
  • Dishwasher
  • Furnished
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High-Speed Internet Available
  • Patio, Balcony, Porch or Deck
  • Smoke Detector
  • Smoke-Free
  • Stove

Laundry

  • Laundry Access

Community Features

  • Near Bus Stop
  • Walk to campus

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Move-In Fees

  • Security Deposit
    $1,800

Parking

Unassigned Other Parking

Unassigned Street Parking

Unassigned Street Parking

Unassigned Street Parking

  • Plentiful Free Off Street Parking

Security

  • Dead-Bolt Locks
  • Exterior Lighting

Shopping Centers

Acheson CommonsWalk: 31 min (1.6 mi)
Southside SquareWalk: 41 min (2.2 mi)
Gilman VillageWalk: 58 min (3.0 mi)

Military

Military ReservationWalk: 69 min (3.6 mi)
Oakland/US Naval Supply CenterDrive: 23 min (9.9 mi)

Transit / Subway

Downtown Berkeley StationWalk: 36 min (1.9 mi)
North Berkeley StationWalk: 45 min (2.4 mi)
Ashby StationWalk: 60 min (3.1 mi)
BerkeleyDrive: 12 min (4.1 mi)
El Cerrito Plaza StationDrive: 13 min (4.3 mi)
Rockridge StationDrive: 15 min (4.8 mi)
EmeryvilleDrive: 17 min (5.3 mi)
OaklandDrive: 20 min (8.7 mi)

Airports

Metro Oakland InternationalDrive: 31 min (17.0 mi)
San Francisco InternationalDrive: 48 min (27.3 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

UC BerkeleyWalk: 29 min (1.5 mi)
Berkeley City CollegeWalk: 38 min (2.0 mi)
Samuel Merritt UniversityDrive: 18 min (5.9 mi)
Lincoln University, OaklandDrive: 20 min (8.0 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Glendale La Loma ParkWalk: 6 min (0.3 mi)
Lawrence Hall of ScienceWalk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
Tilden Botanic GardenWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Codornices ParkWalk: 17 min (0.9 mi)
Berkeley Rose GardenWalk: 18 min (0.9 mi)

Schools

Cragmont Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
6
Out of 10
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier
Grades K-5
Public
9
Out of 10
Martin Luther King Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
7
Out of 10
Berkeley High
Grades 9-12
Public
8
Out of 10
Emerson Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
6
Out of 10
Thousand Oaks Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
7
Out of 10
Willard Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
8
Out of 10
Washington Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
6
Out of 10
Ruth Acty Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
8
Out of 10

Ratings

Car-Dependent

23

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

Some Transit

38

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

36

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Active

79

Soundscore â„¢

Out of 100

Traffic:

Active

Airport:

Calm

Business:

Calm

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