2729 Forest Ave

Please do not disturb current tenants. Classic Elmwood Craftsman Single-Family Home 4BR + Sunroom/Home Office, Private Yard, Steps to College Ave This Beautiful 1,850 4 bed - 1+ bath single family home is in highly sought after and quiet Elmwood, Berkeley. Built in 1906, this craftsman style home has been lovingly maintained with original floor plan, built-ins, wood work and architectural moments throughout. The Tenant will love the light, architecture, yard and neighborhood. With southern exposure, you walk from the sycamore tree lined street, pass the front yard, up the entry steps, through the front door and into a foyer with classic craftsman wood work and cherry inlaid hardwood floors. On the first floor is a spacious living room, formal dining room with built-ins and fireplace, an extra room (which could be used as an office), utility closet and a petite kitchen (full size stove and refrigerator. Full size mobile dishwasher available with agreement of use and liability). From the kitchen, the back door leads to an elevated porch that overlooks the lovely backyard that is perfect for remote working, bbqing, relaxation and gardening. Also easy access from dedicated parking for groceries and rain. Make amazing pasta, salads, and beverages with the meyer lemons. Or lemon-aide stand and wholesale for the kids. The fire pit will keep you warm for those wonderful fall evenings. On the second floor are the 4 bedrooms and full bathroom. All closets are modest in size. The master bedroom does not have a closet. One bedroom has an adjoining bonus sun drenched room surrounded by windows overlooking the backyard and a view of the Campanile. Perfect for an office. Accessible from the backyard, basement provides ample storage, washer/dryer and extra toilet. Dedicated single compact car outdoor parking space accessible via a shared driveway with house next door. Ample street parking is available. Notes: - Central heating only on ground floor. - In heavy rain, small pools of water form in the basement and requires to be squeegeed and/or some towels/rags to be laid down (provided). Walk Score: 91 Close By -Elmwood Shopping and Dining - 3 blocks -UC Campus - 1 mile -Rockridge Shopping and Dining (incl Safeway, Trader Joes, Market Hall, much more) - 1 mile -Berkeley Bowl Foods - 1 mile -Downtown Berkeley - 1.5 miles -Tilden Park - 3.5 miles Public Transit -51B line on College Ave (1 block from house) -Rockridge Bart - 1.3 miles (direct connection from 51B) -Downtown Berkeley Bart - 1.5 miles (direct connection from 51B) Nearby Schools -Emerson Elementary - 1 block -Willard Middle School - 10 min walk -Berkeley High - 1.5 miles - 15 min direct bus ride Please do not disturb current tenants. -Excellent credit required (typically 740+ FICO or equivalent). Credit history will be evaluated along with income, rental history, and overall financial qualifications. -Gross monthly household income should generally be at least three (3) times the monthly rent. -Employment and income verification required. -Crime check required. -Rental reference check required. -Initial one-year lease term, followed by month-to-month tenancy. -Tenant responsible for all utilities, including but not limited to water, electricity, gas, garbage, and internet; other than basic garbage. -Tenant responsible for adherence to all applicable local, state and federal regulation and law for trash. -Landlord provides 1x/month routine yard maintenance. Between landlord provided maintenance, tenant is the responsibility for yard maintenance. -Renter's insurance required prior to move-in and maintained throughout tenancy. -Property is offered unfurnished other than built-ins in kitchenette. -No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property. -Fireplace is decorative only and is not permitted for tenant use. -No subletting or assignment of the lease without the owner's prior written approval. -Area rugs are required to cover approximately 80% of hardwood flooring, excluding kitchens, bathrooms, and closets. -Detached shed/garage is not included in the rental and is not accessible to tenants. -No alterations or modifications to the property, including but not limited to painting, wallpaper installation/removal, plumbing, electrical work, fixture installation, or similar work, may be performed without the owner's prior written approval. -No planting allowed without written permission from landlord. Potted plants are acceptable as long as they stay contained. -1 small pet (cat or small dog less than 25 lbs) may be considered -Housing is offered in accordance with all applicable federal, California, and Berkeley fair housing laws.