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Northbrae Home for Rent

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    $1,800 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 225 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    920 Ensenada Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

    Private bedroom with attached bath available in wonderful, spacious 5br, 4ba home near Solano Ave. Terrific neighborhood, walk to everything. Two house mates total (1 upstairs with separate kitchen). Beautiful gardens, decks, hot tub, sauna, laundry. No lease required. Available now - Peter

    920 Ensenada Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

Why Live in Northbrae

Northbrae, a lively neighborhood less than two miles from downtown Berkeley, is known for its walkability and vibrant local businesses. Solano Avenue, running along the northern edge, is a bustling area with shops and restaurants, including the Lavender Bakery & Café and Monterey Market, which offers sustainable produce. Andronico’s Community Markets and Berkeley Horticultural Nursery are other notable spots for groceries and gardening needs. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Live Oak Park, featuring courts for various sports and an amphitheater, and Jewel’s Terrace Park, which has playgrounds suitable for children of all ages. The North Branch of the Berkeley Public Library hosts events year-round, while the Berkeley Rose Garden, with its 1,500 rose bushes, is a highlight during warmer months. Northbrae’s housing market is competitive, with homes typically selling quickly. The neighborhood features early twentieth-century bungalows and Craftsmans on moderate to large lots with mature trees. Students in Northbrae attend highly rated schools, including Thousand Oaks Elementary School, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, and Berkeley High School, which offers rigorous academic programs. The University of California – Berkeley is also nearby, less than three miles away. Northbrae’s historical pathways, originally built for streetcar lines, now serve as pedestrian routes, and the area is well-connected by Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) and major highways like Interstates 80 and 580.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most popular neighborhoods for renters near Northbrae?
The most popular neighborhoods for renters near Northbrae are Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina, North Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley, West Berkeley and South Berkeley.
What are the most popular zip codes for renters near Northbrae?
The most popular zip codes for renters near Northbrae are 94702, 94709, 94710, 94708 and 94706.
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