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    Townhouse for rent
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    $5,300/mo

    1640 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

    3beds
    1,559sqft

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    Townhouse
    Available Tue Sep 1 2026
    No pets
    In unit laundry
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Abundant natural lightOff-street parking availableThoughtfully updated finishesLarge kitchenHardwood flooringEnclosed bike storageEv charging available
    Large two-story townhouse. Available now. $5300 per month for three people. $500/per person for additional people. 2 blocks from UC Engineering school, 4 blocks from Northgate UC Campus. Experience Northside Berkeley living at one of the area's most desirable addresses. Located on Scenic Avenue, this beautifully maintained residence offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience, just minutes from UC Berkeley, Gourmet Ghetto, Downtown Berkeley, and North Berkeley BART. Designed for students, professionals, faculty, and families, the home features spacious living areas, abundant natural light, hardwood flooring, and thoughtfully updated finishes. Enjoy easy access to world-class restaurants, cafes, shopping, parks, hiking trails, and public transportation while living in one of Berkeley's most walkable neighborhoods. Ideal for long-term renters seeking housing in Berkeley. Conveniently located with quick access to San Francisco, Oakland, and the greater Bay Area, this home offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional Berkeley lifestyle. Extra security with exterior door to building. Partially furnished, if desired. Tenants are responsible for utilities: including electricity, gas, water. Owner responsible for trash collection and landscaping. Large kitchen: dishwasher, fridge/freezer, stove, oven, microwave Enclosed bike storage Washer and Dryer in apartment. Off-street parking available for additional fee EV charging available Street parking available with City "G" Permit. Tenants pay their own PGE, EBMUD, and phone/Internet. No pets. Absolutely no smoking in or near the premises. Application/screening $35 per prospective tenant plus $35 for Guarantor, if needed. Off-street parking for additional fee
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range Oven, Refrigerator, dryer, washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,559 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: 3 large bedrooms, No common walls or ceilings, Stainless steel appliances
    Details
    • Parcel number: 5821864

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Berkeley

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/12/2026Price change$5,300-4.5%$3/sqft
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    7/26/2026Price change$5,550-3.5%$4/sqft
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    7/13/2026Price change$5,750-1.7%$4/sqft
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    6/21/2026Price change$5,850-6.4%$4/sqft
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    6/12/2026Listed for rent$6,250+160.4%$4/sqft
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    1/11/2023Listing removed--
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    1/5/2023Listed for rent$2,400-51%$2/sqft
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    6/29/2021Listing removed--
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    6/23/2021Listed for rent$4,900+96%$3/sqft
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    2/24/2021Listing removed--
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    9/3/2017Listing removed$2,500$2/sqft
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    8/9/2017Price change$2,500-16.7%$2/sqft
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    8/2/2017Listed for rent$3,000$2/sqft
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    6/30/2006Sold$1,267,500+745%$813/sqft
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    10/20/2000Sold$150,000-68.8%$96/sqft
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    7/3/1995Sold$480,000$308/sqft
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    Neighborhood: North Campus

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    There are 2 available units in this apartment building