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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Elevator
  • New appliances
  • New countertops
  • Refreshed eat-in kitchen
  • Refinished hardwood floors

Location

284 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA|Claremont Hills

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About 284 Alvarado Rd

HomeApartments in OaklandClaremont Hills 284 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA

The owner prefers a short term (6 to 9 month) lease for this property. This stunning Grand European-Style Home with Panoramic Bay Views is available for short term lease. Perched in the coveted hillside sweet spot, this elegant 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers sweeping views of four counties, four bridges, the skyline, and unforgettable sunsets. Built in 1994 with refined craftsmanship, it features dramatic living spaces, expansive terraces, charming gardens, and an elevator providing access to all floors. The refreshed eat-in kitchen includes new countertops, new appliances, and an oversized pantry. All bedrooms enjoy ensuite baths, including a luxurious primary suite with terrace, sauna, and spa tub. Additional amenities include a guest apartment, office, playroom, solar panels, radiant heat, central vacuum, multiple decks, and a beautifully landscaped sunny yard—just minutes from shops, dining, and transit. - 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms - Spectacular 4-county, 4-bridge, skyline & sunset views - Grand foyer, high ceilings, elegant living and dining rooms - Expansive terraces, multiple decks & landscaped sunny yard - Refreshed eat-in kitchen with new counters, new appliances & oversized pantry - All ensuite bedrooms; primary suite with terrace, sauna & spa tub - Guest apartment, separate office & playroom - Elevator from garage to all floors - Solar panels, radiant heat, central vacuum - Mahogany built-ins & refinished hardwood floors -Prime location near shops, dining & transit For more information or to schedule a viewing, please call Broker/Property Manager Ed Basaldua (DRE 01178254) at 925-899-9405.


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 284 Alvarado Rd compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 4-bedroom is 2591 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.8 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away

Address details

NeighborhoodClaremont Hills
Zip code94705
TypeApartment for rent

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June 2025$3,173
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 284 Alvarado Rd, Oakland, CA.
10 months ago$9,995

Schools near 284 Alvarado Rd

John Muir Elementary School

2955 claremont ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A-

Emerson Elementary School

2800 forest ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A

Sylvia Mendez Elementary

2840 ellsworth st

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A-

Malcolm X Elementary School

1731 prince st

berkeley, CA, 94703

K-5Public
A

Washington Elementary School

2300 mlk jr way

berkeley, CA, 94704

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

Claremont Hills | Oakland, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Berkeley near 284 Alvarado Rd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 284 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 284 Alvarado Rd

Holy Land Olive Oil
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Star Grocery
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Berkeley Organic Market & Deli
2642 Ashby Ave
Safeway
6310 College Ave
Derby Food Center
2707 College Ave

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