106 Saint Albans Rd

Bright and spacious one-bedroom apartment in Kensington, just over the Berkeley border. First-floor garden apartment in a quiet residential neighborhood, 800 square feet. Large living room with hardwood floors, lots of windows and light, and a brick fireplace (no fires allowed, but makes the room feel cozy). Large eat-in kitchen with lots of counter and cupboard space, new refrigerator and induction stove. Carpeted bedroom and hallway; large storage room with dedicated washer and dryer. On-street parking and garage for bike storage. Apartment has its own entrance in owner-occupied house. The apartment faces a shared, Tuscan style garden with fruit trees, flowers, plenty of outdoor seating and dining space, a gas barbeque, and rock fountain. Three blocks to Kensington library, community center and park; four blocks to Wildcat Canyon and Tilden park; six to blocks from gourmet food and wine shops; close to A/C transit #7 and #67 bus stops. Apartment available November 1. Prefer one-year lease, but will consider shorter. Indoor cats and small to medium dogs will be considered. Rent is $2,700 per month, including utilities (electricity, heat, water, garbage). No smoking allowed