1-Bedroom Apartment in Prime Berkeley Location, Safe neighborhood
This bright and private 1-bedroom apartment occupies the first floor of a three-story home in one of Berkeley's most beautiful hillside neighborhoods. It offers a comfortable, well-separated layout, natural light from windows facing 3 directions, and a calm setting surrounded by nature, while still being just minutes from UC Berkeley and city amenities.
Why You'll Love It:
Open Layout
Thoughtfully designed open floor plan with distinct areas for the bedroom, living space, and kitchen.
Functional Kitchen
Features a fold-out wooden counter that doubles as a dining table or workspace, plus all the essentials for everyday cooking.
Spacious Bathroom
Includes a deep porcelain bathtub, solar-powered hot water, and a backup system to ensure a consistent supply.
Outdoor Perks
Access to a shared deck with scenic cliffside views, picnic tables, and a BBQ. The surrounding landscape attracts deer, birds, and butterflies, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Optional gardening opportunities available.
Location:
UC Berkeley: Just over one mile away, easy by bike, walking, or a short bus ride
Transit:
Bus 65 half a block away
Bus 67 one block further on Spruce
Nearby Parks: Cragmont, Remillard, the Berkeley Rose Garden, and Codornices Park
Furnishings & Utilities:
Partially furnished, or fully furnished (for an additional fee)
Utilities included: electricity, water, and high-speed Sonic fiber internet (1 Gbps)
Please Note:
No washer/dryer on-site. There's a drying rack for handwash. Laundromats are in convenient business districts, so you can put in a load, go to a cafe, return to tranfer clean laundry to a dryer, then buy groceries, etc. Laundromats also offer wash, dry, fold services.
A well-located apartment, ideal home base with easy access to nature, campus, and transit.
Lease Details:
Lease runs through July 31, with potential renewal by mutual agreement.
Move-in requires first month's rent, last month's rent, and one month's security deposit.
Ideal Tenant:
This home is perfect for a single tenant or a couple who values a peaceful environment, open spaces, and easy access to both the city and nature.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please include the following:
Credit Report
Proof of Income/Employment
References
Schedule a Viewing:
Showings are available by appointment only.
We look forward to welcoming you to this lovely home!
Apartment for rent
$2,100/mo
1053 Cragmont Ave, # B, Berkeley, CA 94708
1beds
500sqft
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Apartment
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No pets
None laundry
Off street parking
What's special
Picnic tablesSpacious bathroomDeep porcelain bathtubComfortable well-separated layoutFunctional kitchen
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Contact manager
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electricity included in rent, Internet included in rent, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Internet, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 6 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 1/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,100$4/sqft |
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| 2/13/2025 | Listing removed | $2,100$4/sqft |
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| 1/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,100$4/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cragmont Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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