5BR 1.5BA Berkeley Home | W/D, Dishwasher, Backyard + Storage Near Shattuck & Berkeley Bowl Rental

Gather, cook, work from home, host friends, or simply spread out this spacious and light-filled 5BD/1.5BA South Berkeley home offers the kind of layout that makes everyday living feel comfortable and connected. With generous common areas, varied bedroom sizes, both front and back yards, outdoor gathering space, and plenty of storage, the home balances warmth, flexibility, and functionality in a way that is increasingly hard to find in Berkeley. Features include: • In-unit washer/dryer • Dishwasher • 20 cu. ft. stainless steel fridge • Brand-new gas range • Hardwood floors in the main living area and the downstairs bedroom • Brand-new carpet in upstairs bedrooms • Wood-burning stove in dining area • Forced-air heating upstairs • Gas wall furnace heating downstairs • One full bathroom upstairs and a half bath on the main level • Front and back yards with outdoor seating space and a mature orange tree • Detached storage shed with electricity suitable for secure charging and storage of micromobility devices (i.e., e-bikes and scooters) • Additional under-house storage • Off-street parking available under a separate agreement • Parking and Storage fees waived for first lease term! Please note: the detached rear structure visible in some backyard photos is reserved for owner use and is not included in the rental. The longtime Berkeley owner, a retired chocolatier, resides next door. Location is a standout: • Just steps east of Shattuck Avenue • Berkeley Bowl right down the street • 1.3 mi. to UC Berkeley (8 minutes by bike, 5 minutes by car, 20 minutes on foot) • 0.3 mi. to Ashby BART • Multiple AC Transit lines on Ashby for easy access around Berkeley and beyond • Short drive to hiking in the Berkeley hills; less than five miles to Strawberry Canyon Fire Trail, Grizzly Peak, Clark-Kerr Fire Trail, and more Utilities: • Tenants pay PG&E (gas & electric) and EBMUD (water & sewer) paid directly to the utility provider • Owner pays garbage, recycling, and compost service Parking & Storage (Limited-Time Offer): Off-street parking and use of the storage shed are available under a separate agreement and are included at no additional cost for the initial lease term. One-year lease term with option to extend. Equal Opportunity Housing Provider. We comply with all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including Berkeley's Fair Chance Housing Ordinance.