Room, house and neighborhood: A large sunny, private, bedroom with a closet and some storage area. You will have a mostly private bathroom (one of four bathrooms in the house.) The bedroom is on a second floor in a tree like setting in a modern style home. The bedroom is furnished with: a double size bed, desk, bookcases, linens, towels, but can be unfurnished. Wi-fi is provided. You will have the use of a lovely upstairs patio, and lower back yard deck facing a stream and beautiful redwoods. A small personal refrigerator and a microwave will be provided--- limited kitchen use. A discount will be provided if the kitchen is not used. You will have access to a washing machine and dryer. The room is available now, but we can be available in November.
The house is a large five bedroom house occupied by two family members. It is located in a unique, beautiful, quiet, and safe North Berkeley neighborhood. Enjoy an almost country setting, with easy and quick access to all the great urban amenities that Berkeley has to offer. UC Berkeley is easily accessible by several bus lines, a short walk (30 min.) or 15- minute bike ride. Lively upper Solano is a close 8 minute walk (down-hill). The San Francisco bus line is nearby and BART is accessible by bus. The famous Monterrey Market is a 5-minute car ride. There are several markets accessible by foot. Ride a bike up to Tilden Park and access miles of bike riding including Orinda and Lafayette. There is ample street parking.
Us: We are two lively and active professionals. We do not have pets due to allergies, but have an occasional pet friend visit and stay with us for very short stays. We would be glad to help orient you if you are a visiting professor, scholar, or new to the area.
You: We are looking for a respectful, responsible, neat, quiet, friendly person, willing to comply with drought restrictions Non-smoker.
Rent: $1,200, with limited kitchen and use of the refrigerator and microwave use, OR discount without any kitchen use. Utilities included—but we are ecologically minded and follow drought guidance. We also limit high energy use during certain hours per PG&E guidance. First month’s rent. Deposit equivalent to first month rent.