Charming Furnished Temescal Cottage with Private Garden, Sunny Deck, Garage & Exceptional Parking Enjoy the character and privacy of a cottage-style home with the convenience of one of North Oakland's most vibrant neighborhoods. Available November 1, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 988 square feet of thoughtfully furnished, move-in-ready living space. Inside, curated furnishings, warm hardwood floors, French doors and abundant natural light create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. The French doors open to a sunny deck and lush private garden with mature apple and cherry trees an inviting setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining or relaxing at the end of the day. A separate courtyard provides another peaceful outdoor space. Parking is exceptional for Temescal. The property includes a private driveway with space for up to three vehicles, plus a compact garage suitable for a small car, bicycles or secure storage. Convenient washer and dryer add everyday convenience. Ideal for UC Berkeley visiting faculty/researchers/traveling nurses/post-doc. PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom Approximately 990 square feet Nest thermostat House alarm Fully furnished with thoughtfully curated furniture Hardwood floors and French doors Abundant natural light Newer Maytag washer and dryer Sunny private deck Lush garden with mature apple and cherry trees Separate courtyard Private driveway parking for up to 2 vehicles Compact garage and secure storage Located directly across from a neighborhood park House freshly painted Plenty of storage LOCATION Ideally positioned between Temescal and Rockridge, this home offers walkable access to two of North Oakland's most appealing and vibrant neighborhood districts. Just one block from Telegraph Avenue, enjoy Temescal an Oakland food mecca known for its creative community, acclaimed restaurants and curated collection of independent boutiques. Explore nearby Temescal Alley, a historic pedestrian lane featuring vintage finds, specialty shops and local makers. Neighborhood favorites include Bakesale Betty, Cholita Linda and Pizzaiolo, along with numerous cafes and restaurants. Walk to College Avenue in Rockridge for additional restaurants and celebrated dining scene, coffee shops, boutiques, groceries, Trader Joe's and Rockridge BART. The home also provides convenient access to AC Transit, major freeway connections, UC Berkeley, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. Enjoy outdoor recreation just steps from home, with a neighborhood park directly across the street featuring tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts and a baseball field. The owner does not live on-site. Property under video surveillance for everyone's safety. LEASE TERMS Rent: $4,295 per month. Only 1 person on lease. Security deposit is $4,295, separate from the first month's rent. Initial lease term is 12 months, followed by month-to-month tenancy unless the parties enter into another written agreement or the tenancy is otherwise lawfully terminated. The home is rented fully furnished, with a furnishings inventory and move-in condition report. Owner pays regular HOA dues, standard garbage/recycling/compost collection and scheduled gardener service. Tenant pays gas, electricity, water/sewer, internet, cable and any optional alarm monitoring or related fees. Tenant is responsible for regularly watering the garden and performing basic ground-level trimming between gardener visits. Parking includes private driveway space for up to two vehicle (based on dedicated HOA space), depending on vehicle size, plus a compact garage suitable for one small car. One spayed or neutered cat is permitted under a signed pet addendum. Assistance animals will be considered in accordance with applicable fair-housing law. No smoking or vaping is permitted anywhere on the premises. Outdoor gas grill permitted. However, fire pits, wood fire, charcoal grills, candles, torches, fireworks and other open flames are prohibited. Normal use of permanently installed cooking and heating appliances is permitted. Renter's liability insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 is required. Tenant must maintain the home and furnishings, promptly report maintenance issues and comply with applicable HOA rules.Assignment, subletting and short-term rentals are prohibited. These terms are a summary only. The tenancy will be governed by the final written lease, furnishings inventory, applicable addenda, HOA rules and required disclosures.
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