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Idyllic Kensington/North Berkeley Studio: Private Deck & Views, Near UCB

Kensington, California, United States
Rates from USD $2200 | Monthly

Studio or Loft | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From October 1, 2026

Description

Summary: Spacious Studio with direct views of Mt Tamalpais, splendid sunsets and filtered views of San Francisco. Located in upper Kensington, adjacent to Berkeley • 15-minute walk to the quaint upper Kensington Village • 10-minute walk to public transportation to UC Berkeley/Berkeley and San Francisco • Close to El Cerrito BART train station and shopping center • Close to two Berkeley gourmet ghetto areas (Solano Ave and Shattuck Ave) • Close to Wildcat Canyon & Tilden Regional Parks with picnic areas, hiking/biking trials, a golf course, an animal farm, botanical garden, swimming lake, merry-go-round, and steam trains The neighborhood: Charming community adjacent to North Berkeley in the San Francisco East Bay hills. It is an oasis of peace and serenity in an active metropolitan area, graced with greenery, deer and a network of 12 hidden paths that crisscross the areas between the winding streets. Key features are: • Community Center with programs and city park • Library • Two churches • Cafe, deli, pizza cafe, a pub (lower Kensington) • Sunday farmers market (lower Kensington) • Grocery markets (upper and lower Kensington) • Wine shop • Hardware store • Gas station • Bank The Studio: • Situated on a quiet street, spacious 550 sq ft with natural light • Separate side entrance off a private redwood deck with views of Mt Tamalpais • Weber gas grill, patio furniture • Off street parking (1 spot in the driveway) • Includes all utilities, high-speed internet and cleaning service 2x/month • Living area: couch/guest bed, desk/dining table, built-in cabinets, 42” flat screen TV • Bedroom area: queen bed, two nightstands, a dresser, a large closet with extra storage • Bathroom with high end shower and vanity/medicine cabinet, built-in cabinets • Kitchen area: fully equipped, granite countertops, cherry cabinets, gas stove/oven, convection microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, breakfast counter with seating for 4 • Laundry closet: a washer-dryer, storage shelves, and hooks for coats Note: • $2000 per month for 4 months or longer • Loaner Bike available • Request $500.00 deposit, refundable if no damage claims • Sorry, no pets

Bedrooms
0

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
550 ft2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Studio or Loft

Availability

From October 1, 2026

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Minimum stay negotiable. Note: current renters have until first week of June, 2022 to extend contract

Location

Studio or Loft in Kensington, California, United States

Closest University

UC Berkeley, Church Divinity School of the Pacific

Nearby Universities
UC Berkeley | University of San Francisco | San Francisco State University | University of San Francisco | Saint Mary's College
Neighborhood

Upper Kensington

Nearby Cities

Berkeley | El Cerrito

Comments: Charming community village adjacent to Berkley graced with magnificent views and wildlife

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Woods
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $2200 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: $2,000 per month for 4+ months lease, $500 deposit

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Gas Grill, Patio furniture and Off-street parking

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