South Berkeley Spacious, Sun-Filled 1 Bedroom | 1 Block to BART
**PLEASE NOTE: This apartment has an EFFICIENCY KITCHEN there is no full-size stove or oven.** The kitchen is equipped with a **wet bar/sink, hot plates, microwave and full-size refrigerator.** Please make sure this setup works for your needs before inquiring.
Large, bright **one-bedroom apartment** with abundant natural light, beautiful hardwood floors, and loads of original charm and character in a 5 unit building. Located just **one flight up** in an owner-managed building on a lovely tree-lined street in South Berkeley.
The apartment features a spacious living area, great natural light, original architectural details, and a **windowed bathroom with a classic clawfoot bathtub**. The efficiency kitchen provides everything needed for lighter cooking without sacrificing valuable living space.
The location is hard to beat. **BART is just one block away
making commuting throughout the Bay Area exceptionally convenient, and UC Berkeley is easily accessible. **Students are welcome.**
Enjoy the best of Berkeley and Oakland right outside your door, with an incredible selection of restaurants, cafes, shops, markets and neighborhood amenities nearby. This is a highly walkable location where you can get around easily **on foot, by bike, BART or car**.
**Additional features include
on-site laundry, owner-managed building, hardwood floors throughout, abundant natural light, charming original details, and an excellent South Berkeley location.
A great option for someone looking for a **larger, character-filled one-bedroom in an exceptionally convenient and walkable neighborhood** and who doesn't require a traditional full kitchen.
Credit above 650 required
Supporting financial documents and independently run credit check required with application
Students welcome (Guarantor)
Pets on a case by case basis.
No application fees ($40 credit check only)
One year minimum. No subletting.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,925/mo
2114 Essex St, APT A, Berkeley, CA 94705
1beds
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Apartment
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No pets
Air conditioner, window unit
Shared laundry
What's special
Charming original detailsAbundant natural lightHardwood floors throughoutOriginal architectural detailsBeautiful hardwood floors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,925 |
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Neighborhood: Telegraph
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Sylvia Mendez ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi



