Sorry! at this time, no more showings are scheduled. Processing applications.... I will deactivate listing soon when lease is mutually signed. Live inside a mature forest/jungle-like setting that offers an escape/retreat/peace/quiet/seclusion at 350 ft elevation on 1/4 acre w/giant shade trees, fruit/nut trees, south facing back yard. Clean & neat 3 bed, 2 bath, ~1600 sqft, living room + step-down family room 20' x 20' w/beamed cathedral ceilings, 2 skylights, dining area Custom 1 story rancher, remodeled 2022-2024. New hardwood floors, remodeled baths, new paint, updated kitchen, custom light fixtures. Central heat & A/C, washer, dryer, fridge, dishwasher, disposal, quartz counter tops & deep sink, solid wood cabinetry, screened double pane windows, dual skylight Location: NE Richmond/West El Sobrante Hills/San Pablo Ridge just 20 miles from San Francisco in the East Bay hills at 350 ft elevation near the north entrance of WildCat Canyon Park (2,700 acres). 10 minutes to El Cerrito Del Norte Bart, 15 minutes to Orinda. ~2 minutes to two on/off ramps to Fwy 80 (west & east directions). 18 mi to SF, ~10 mins to del Norte BART. 11 miles to Orinda. Within El Cerrito/Berkeley fog belt. Gentle Pacific Ocean/SF Bay breezes bless this location, protected from strong winds by being situated in an escarpment, south facing back yard. Property is only 1 of 4 homes "not within any city or town limit." Not in the town of El Sobrante nor the city limits of Richmond or San Pablo. Neighboring lots are up to 5 acres each incl 10 acres of open space across street. NOT in Earthquake or flood zone. Property is fenced and gated to keep deer out and has views of North Bay. no neighbors in sight, not even across the street! Just nature all around. Perched above street where no one can bother you. Gated and fully fenced. 100% privacy, peace & quiet. No neighbors across street, no visible neighbors on the 3 other sides. You really feel secluded. ~ 14 steps up from driveway to front door. Parking for 2 cars behind gated driveway, a 3rd car in front of the gate on the driveway. 4 cars can park on the road (no meter), which has a sidewalk. Across street has access to 10 acres of permanent open space with massive trees, virgin nature. Tenant pays all utilities except garbage service. Move in cost: $3,600 1st month's rent + $3,600 deposit. Comparable: Neighbor house w/1,100 sqft (no family room) has been rented since in 2022 at $3,500/mo - a fixer upper, no views, no privacy, no gardens (just weeds), tenant should maintain landscaping, but doesn't. What this means: This property is under priced, because garage storage is prohibited and tenant required to maintain landscaping. [1] Tenant responsible for landscape maintenance. Watering, fertilizing, pruning. [2] Garage use exclusively reserved for owner except emergency access to plumbing, water heater, furnace maintenance. [3] 1 year lease, 6 months lease & month to month also possible. All terms negotiable. Restrictions/Regulations/Rules: No smoking in or out, No burning of candles, No burning in the 2 fireplaces. 1 Dog OK, 1 Cat OK (must be house trained) subject to approval, but must keep landscaping poop free. Income/credit/background check verification required. Move in date available August 15, 2026. All terms subject to change without notice. No wheelchair access available. Information and numbers are approximate, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Owner is CA Real Estate Broker of 44 years, DRE Lic # 00834178. Equal Housing Opportunity. Minimum 24 hr notice. IMPORTANT! PLEASE FOLLOW THIS SHOWING SCHEDULE! Viewing times: Please CLICK ON THE CALENDAR to request from the dates + times listed. Do NOT disturb occupant without an appointment (24 hrs notice required!) All photos in this listing are from 2024 or before. August 15, 2026 is approximate date of availability. Policies: Pets on a case by case approval. NO smoking or vaping is allowed anywhere on property. No sub-leasing is allowed. Parking is on the driveway and street in front of house. No storage in garage allowed. Lease duration is 6 mos (preferred) or 1 year renewed annually. Required fees: None if you use Zillow for credit, employment and background check. Otherwise, $45 but only AFTER landlord has preliminarily accepted your application & lease terms. Tenant pays PG&E, EBMUD, Alarm, Cable TV, Fiber Optic Internet. Solar power nor EV charging are currently available. Tenant's responsibilities include keeping the home clean and maintaining landscaping. Electronic Payments Only like Zelle, etc. No hoarding allowed in or out. Home and grounds must be kept neat and clean. All terms subject to landlord's final approval in writing. No 'holds' - landlord will continue processing applications until a final lease is agreed to in writing. If this listing exists, it means we have not selected a tenant yet and/or a lease has not been mutually signed.
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