Spacious Upstairs Flat in Elmwood Duplex

In the heart of the Elmwood, this 3 BR/1BA unit occupies the entire upper level of a large, single family house in a fabulous location in the heart of Berkeley's Elmwood District. Walk, bike, or bus to UCB, close to Emerson Elementary, and shops,... restaurants on College avenue near Ashby Ave. The 3 spacious bedrooms have ample windows and lush carpeting. The galley kitchen has adequate space for meal prep. The living room doubles as a dining and common room. Owner Charles Carlson, wife Nancy, and one german Shorthair Pointer Callisto live on the first floor. A washer and dryer in the basement is freely available. An internal stairway serves as a storage area for the upstairs unit. The flat is ideal for students, professionals, or a family, suitable for 3 or 4 people. Increasing the number of tenants above 3 increases the rent by $100/tenant. Owner pays for trash, sewer, and water. Tenants are responsible for gas (variable) and electricity is fixed at $75/month, but subject to increase depending upon PG&E rates and number of tenants. Broad band internet is split with owner, ~$35/month. Street parking requires a neighborhood permit available from the City of Berkeley for an additional cost. This is a non-smoking household. Small to large dogs are possible based upon consent of the owner.
There's a local elementary school just around the corner. Past tenants have included both students, families and groups. The flat itself has three walk in closets and common built-in linen cabinet. The flat itself receives great sunlight, and has cozy, spacious and airy feeling. The neighborhood is safe and quiet with easy walking access to the south side of campus. Outdoor cooking and dining is possible using one of two barbecues and large outdoor table and chairs.
Electricity is $75/month; gas is variable depending upon use; broadband wired and wireless wi-fi is about $35/month; water, sewage, and garbage included. Read More