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Seeking Single Roommate to Share Private home with 2 homeowners

Berkeley, California, United States
Rates from USD $1250 | Monthly

House | Private Space | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
No Current Availability

Description

Room for Rent with Private Bathroom: Quiet Owner-Occupied Home in North Berkeley Hills Location: Quiet residential street in the North Berkeley Hills
 Rent: $1,250 per month (utilities 1/3 gas and electic)
 Deposit: $1,600 (exempt from new deposit limits as owner-occupied small landlord; see Berkeley deposit guidelines) 
Lease Term: 9 months (academic rental period)
 or 1 year Available: August 2025
 Room: Furnished private bedroom 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 2 miles from Andronico’s and Safeway grocery stores, and about 1 mile from Tilden Park. Walking distance to LBL/MSRI. 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: Maintained a strong focus on work or studies Had reliable transportation (car or other dependable means) Been comfortable with a home accessed by two flights of stairs 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: Provide valid government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport) Demonstrate financial ability to pay rent through credit score, bank statements, or a co-signer Provide three professional or academic references (e.g., professors, supervisors) with contact information Agree to sign a standard California residential lease and related documents (contingent on first agreeing to & passing standard credit & background check by landlord) Agree to Lease Term 9-month/academic or 1-year Adhere to a no-pets and no-smoking/vaping/substance policy Agree to no subleasing Agree to maintain the cleanliness of their own rooms, private bathroom & shared spaces to ensure a comfortable living environment for everyone. Amenities and Shared Spaces: Furnished private bedroom with private bathroom Shared access to kitchen, dining room, living room, deck, and washer/dryer Free, ample off-street parking available Please note: no on-site storage available Tenant to provide own linens (pillows, sheets, towels not included) *We ask tenants to help maintain the cleanliness of their own rooms and shared spaces to ensure a comfortable living environment for everyone.* Utilities: Utilities 1/3 gas and electric. 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:
 Email: berkeleynhillsrental@gmail.com
 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

Private Space Offered

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
163 ft2

Suited For
1

Property Type
House

Comments: *Room for Rent in peaceful North Berkeley Hills*Furnished private bedroom & private bath*Safe neighborhood + monitored security cameras*walk to LBL/MSRI*2 miles to groceries*1 mile to Tilden Park*Bus nearby*car recommended*Available Aug!

Availability

No Current Availability

Minimum Stay

6 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: No Pets: ???? or ???? No Smoking/No Vaping: ?? Most Suitable for Adults ????

Location

Private Space in a House in Berkeley, California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Berkeley

Nearby Universities
Graduate Theological Union | Lincoln University | Berkeley City College | Samuel Merritt University | University of California, Berkeley
Neighborhood

Terrace View Park North Berkeley Hills

Nearby Cities

Kensington | Berkeley | Oakland | Albany | El Cerrito

Comments: 🏡 Furnished private bedroom & bath 🛏️🛁 Shared kitchen, dining, living, deck & washer/dryer 🍳🛋️🌿 Free off-street parking 🚗 No on-site storage 📦 Tenant provides own linens 🛏️ Rent $1,250/mo + utils 💡 (1/3 gas + electric)*Available Aug 2025!

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $1250 Monthly

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Furnished private bedroom & bath * Shared kitchen, dining, living, deck & washer/dryer * Free off-street parking *No on-site storage *Tenant provides own linens*Rent $1,250/mo + 1/3 water & gas * Available Aug 2025!

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Previous tenants worked best for 1) focused on work or studies 2) own transportation 3) independent 4) keep space and shared areas tidy 5) no subleasing

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Accessibility

Stairs

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Heat pump (heating/cooling): 🔥❄️ (fire for heating, snowflake for cooling) or 🌡️ (thermometer) Treadmill: 🏃‍♂️ or 🏃‍♀️ (running person) or 🏃 (runner) Piano Keyboard: ⌨️ - Tenant provides own linens (bedding, towels, pillows)

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Trust Score (15)
Individual Outside of Academia

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Trust Score (15)
Individual Outside of Academia
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