1739 Spruce St · Apartment for Rent

Live Northside Berkeley Looking for a place with actual character? Welcome to 1739 Spruce Street—a spacious 1,450-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home just steps from UC Berkeley's Northside Campus. Forget cookie-cutter apartments. This classic 1938 Berkeley residence offers the space, charm, and flexibility that are becoming harder and harder to find. Whether you're sharing with roommates, creating a home office, setting up a study space, or simply looking for room to spread out, the flexible layout adapts to your lifestyle. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, oversized living spaces, abundant natural light, and the kind of architectural details that give a home personality. The residence feels more like a private home than a traditional apartment, offering comfort, privacy, and room to live, work, and recharge. Step outside and enjoy beautifully landscaped garden surroundings while being less than a block from campus. Grab coffee, walk to class, explore North Berkeley's renowned restaurants and cafés, hit nearby hiking trails, or simply enjoy one of Berkeley's most sought-after neighborhoods without needing your car. Home Features • 1,450 Square Feet of Living Space • 3 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms • Flexible Floor Plan perfect for roommates, remote work, guest space, or creative pursuits • Hardwood Floors throughout • Original Fireplace & Classic Berkeley Character • Private In-Unit Laundry • Spacious living & dining areas • Beautiful Garden setting • Separate Utility Metering • On-site Parking Available for Rent • Walk Score: 90 – A true Walker's Paradise Location Highlights • Less than one block from UC Berkeley's Northside Campus • Easy access to Downtown Berkeley, Gourmet Ghetto, cafés, restaurants, and public transit • Close to parks, hiking trails, and everything that makes Berkeley one of the Bay Area's most vibrant communities Whether you're a group of students looking to upgrade your living situation, UC Berkeley faculty or staff seeking a short walk to campus, or professionals wanting more space and character than a typical apartment can offer, 1739 Spruce Street delivers a Berkeley living experience that's anything but ordinary. Elaine Hasse | Realtor, DRE 02217642 Phone: 415.888.9460 | Email: **** Lease Terms | Offered Partially Furnished or Unfurnished • Available: June 15, 2026 • Lease Term: 12 Months • Lease Rate: $6,350/Month • Security Deposit: $6,350 (Equivalent to One Month’s Rent) • Application Fee: $40 • Off-Street Parking: $150/Month per Space, Subject to Availability • Utilities: Tenant Responsible for All Utilities: PG&E, Water, & Internet • Pets: No Pets Permitted • Renters Insurance: Requested Property subject to Berkeley Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinances where applicable. Rental Criteria – • Minimum 700 Credit Score • Gross monthly income of at least 3x the monthly rent • Positive rental history & verifiable employment