Bright & Charming Top-Floor 1 Bedroom in South Berkeley This sunny South Berkeley apartment is full of character and convenience. Located just one flight up, the home offers hardwood floors, a classic Wedgewood stove, and abundant natural light throughout. Enjoy a small private balcony with a grill, and take the back stairs down to a shared backyard with an old-growth tree, space for planting veggies, and coin-operated laundry. Highlights: Top-floor 1BR with hardwood floors and vintage detail Eat-in kitchen with a classic Wedgewood gas stove Private balcony with grill Shared backyard with garden space and laundry Easy commute to UC Berkeley and a few blocks from BART Close to Shattuck & Telegraph shops, dining, and cafes Near Berkeley Bowl and a short ride to nearby Berkeley & Oakland neighborhoods Don't miss this opportunity to live in a classic South Berkeley home with vintage charm and modern convenience. Schedule a showing today! Rent: $2250 Available: 9/15 Required: Credit Report ($40) No Application or Broker Fee but strong financials and supporting documents required. Pets Considered. Long term lease Looking for a solid tenant with dependable income and good credit. Application documents and references will be checked. There will be a $40 credit check fee, and we are looking for credit score above 650. Move in Fee will be 1st month rent plus 1 month security. No other fees required. Tenant will pay for their own utilites. Laundry is coin operated.
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2116 Essex St #1, Berkeley, CA 94705
1beds
700sqft
Apartment
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: October 23, 2025 at 12:47pm
Source: Zillow Rentals
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Heating system: Wall
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Berkeley
HOA & financial
Other fees
- Deposit fee: $2,250
- Application fee: $40
- Administrative fee: $40