South Berkeley 3-Bedroom In-Law Unit Near Ashby BART
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A cozy rear cottage-style in-law unit, perfect for a small family, working professionals, or students looking for a quiet and convenient place to call home in the heart of South Berkeley.
Unit Features:
3 Bright Bedrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Functional Kitchen with Appliances
Small Common Area / Living Space best suited for minimal furniture
Private Rear Entrance
Note: This is a small in-law cottage. The living room area is very limited nearly non-existent so it's ideal for tenants who prioritize private bedrooms or spend most of their time outside the home.
Location Highlights:
Just minutes from Ashby BART great for commuting to SF, Oakland, or UC Berkeley
Close to Berkeley Bowl, local parks, cafes, and shops
Easy access to freeways and public transit
Please Note:
No on-site laundry (nearest laundromat is 1 block away)
No designated parking, but street parking is generally easy to find
Flexible Rent Options:
Option 1: $2850/month Flat-rate rent with all utilities included (PG&E, water, garbage)
Option 2: $2550/month Lower base rent with utilities in your name your choice!
Availability:
Move-In Ready: First week of September
Showings Begin: Last week of August (by appointment only)
Applications Accepted: Starting last week of August
We would like to set a 1 year lease.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,850/mo
1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94703
3beds
--sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Mon Sep 1 2025
Cats, small dogs OK
-- A/C
None laundry
Off street parking
-- Heating
What's special
Private rear entranceFunctional kitchen with appliances
- 3 days
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Contact manager
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Garbage included in rent, Utilities fee required, Utilities included in rent, Water included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 53161029
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Water
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
8/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,850 |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
10/5/2001 | Sold | $340,000-10.3% |
Source: Public Record | ||
5/17/2001 | Sold | $379,000-15.8% |
Source: Public Record | ||
7/19/2000 | Sold | $450,000+91.5% |
Source: Public Record | ||
12/1/1997 | Sold | $235,000 |
Source: Public Record |