1739 Spruce St

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: [email protected]

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