1546 Spruce St Unit C · Apartment for Rent

Welcome to 1546 Spruce Street, Unit C—a rare, fully detached standalone studio home in North Berkeley. Unlike traditional apartments, this private "tiny home" offers complete independence with no shared walls and no neighbors above or below. Designed for a seamless, turnkey lifestyle, this bright space features a smart two-level layout with a double bed on the main floor, an additional twin bed in the upstairs loft, and premium designer furnishings throughout. Highlights & Interior Features: Hotel-Grade Turnkey Convenience: Just bring your suitcase! Includes fresh bedsheets, plush comforters, pillows, and bath towels. Detached Privacy: A private, standalone studio cottage—enjoy complete quiet and solitude. Top-Notch Furniture: Elegantly styled with premium pieces from Article. Smart Sleeping Layout: Fully furnished with a double bed on the main level plus an additional twin bed in the upstairs loft. Full Bath: Features a full-sized shower and clean, modern finishes. Fully Stocked Kitchenette: Equipped with a 2-burner gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, electric water kettle, rice cooker, cookware, and serveware. Work & Comfort: Dedicated workspace (desk, lamp, ergonomic chair) and built-in ceiling fan for quiet productivity. Work & Entertainment: Includes a dedicated workspace (desk, lamp, ergonomic chair) for quiet productivity, plus a 43" Smart Roku TV mounted on a rotating full-motion wall mount—allowing you to easily angle the screen toward the double bed. Laundry on Premises: Convenient access to building laundry facilities steps from your door. Location (Walker’s Paradise – 95 Walk Score) Sweet Spot: Enjoy a peaceful, low-density neighborhood with historic, tree-lined charm—comfortably set apart from Southside’s high student density and Downtown’s commercial hustle, while offering convenience to campus and dining. 8–10 mins: Walk to UC Berkeley North Gate (Engineering, Physics, Chemistry). 6–8 mins: Walk to Safeway, original Peet’s Coffee, and the Gourmet Ghetto (Chez Panisse, Cheeseboard Pizza). 15 mins: Walk to Downtown Berkeley BART for easy access to San Francisco. Pet Policy (Dogs, Cats, Birds, Reptiles & Small Pets Considered) Pet-Friendly! Well-behaved dogs, indoor cats, small caged pets, reptiles, and birds considered with prior landlord approval. Aquarium Policy: Fish tanks permitted up to a 10-gallon maximum limit (100 lbs max weight). Pet Requirements: Pet screening/interview, proof of current vaccinations, and continuous monthly vet-approved flea/tick preventative treatment for dogs and cats. (Note: Per California law, no additional pet fees or pet deposits apply for documented Assistance Animals/ESAs). Lease Terms Rent: $3,500/month (Includes Gas, Electricity, Water, Garbage, and Internet up to a $150/mo utility cap). Term: Flexible (Ideal for visiting scholars, researchers, or semester-based stays). Security Deposit: $3,500 (1x month's rent). Property Standard: 100% non-smoking property.