Charming 1BR Berkeley Cottage w/ Large Garden Oceanview | In-Unit W/D
Welcome to this classic Berkeley shingled cottage located in the highly desirable Oceanview neighborhood. This well-maintained 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom standalone cottage offers original charm, modern updates, and a generous outdoor space rare for Berkeley rentals.
Inside, you'll find a large eat-in kitchen with new flooring, gas range and oven, full-size stainless steel refrigerator, and in-unit stacked washer and dryer. Original built-in cabinetry provides excellent storage, while real hardwood floors highlight the living room and bedroom. Ceiling fan in living room adding comfort throughout.
Step outside to enjoy a spacious shared backyard with fruit trees and mature plantings, ideal for gardening, outdoor dining, entertaining, and weekend barbecues. Plenty of room for patio furniture and social gatherings. A second cottage is located on the property with friendly, respectful neighbors. Additional detached storage is available.
This home is ideally situated with easy walking or biking access to Berkeley Bowl West, 4th Street shopping district, Berkeley Marina, and a wide variety of local restaurants and cafes along Dwight Way and San Pablo Avenue. Convenient access to Highway 80, bus lines, and BART makes commuting to San Francisco and the East Bay simple.
Home Features
-1 bedroom | 1 bathroom standalone cottage
- Rent: $2,750/month
- One-year lease
- One-month security deposit + cleaning deposit
- Small pets considered with additional deposit
- Limits on dogs being unattended in yard
- Gas range & oven
- Full-size stainless refrigerator
- In-unit washer & dryer
- Original hardwood floors & ceiling fans
- Large backyard for gardening & entertaining
- Additional detached storage available
- Ample street parking
- Utilities
- Garbage paid by landlord
- Tenant pays PG&E and water
1 Year Minimum Lease - renews yearly - tenant pays PG&E and Water. Landlord pays garbage and assists with garden maintenance.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,750/mo
Fees may apply
945 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94710
1beds
450sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided. Learn more|
Single family residence
Available Sun Mar 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Window unit
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Wall furnace
What's special
Classic berkeley shingled cottageOriginal built-in cabinetryGas range and ovenSpacious shared backyardNew flooringAdditional detached storage availableLarge eat-in kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 15, 2026 at 07:57pm
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Garbage included in rent, Heating system: Wall, Water not included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 056193701500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/31/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,750$6/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Southwest Berkeley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi

