1626 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709
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OFF MARKET

1626 Walnut St
Berkeley, CA 94709

Gourmet Ghetto
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,150 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,150 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
1,150 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Spacious, cheery, private apartment occupying entire first floor of duplex home in the heart of Berkeley (North Shattuck neighborhood). Available for rent starting October 2024.

The apartment:

-Open living room, dining room, and kitchen.
-Two bedrooms: one looking out on front garden, one looking out on back deck. Either room could be used as a den, home office, or meditation or yoga room. Ceiling fans in both bedrooms.
-One freshly painted full bathroom with tub-shower and classic subway tiling.
-Private back deck (150 sq. ft.).
-Modern kitchen appliances, including dishwasher.
-In-unit washer and dryer.
-Clothing and storage closets.
-Off-street parking for one car under covered car port.
-Planter box available (if desired).

-Central heating system, with Nest control.
-Private entrances in front and back of unit.
-Dog-friendly. No cats or other animals.

The Location:

The apartment is within blocks of Shattuck Avenue amenities:
-Supermarkets (Andronico's and Safeway).
-CVS.
-Bakeries (The Cheeseboard, Love at First Bite).
-The original Peet's Coffee, Chez Panisse.
-Post office.
-Restaurants, coffee shops, and tons of local businesses.

Neighborhood features:
-Short walk (~10 mins.) or bike ride to the UC Berkeley ("Cal") campus.
-Parks, playgrounds, and dog parks.
-Walking distance to the Berkeley Rose Garden and Indian Rock Park (~20 mins.), and views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and surrounding parts of Alameda and Marin.
-Surrounded by multiple Bicycle Boulevards.

Transportation and Commuting:
-Walking distance to Downtown Berkeley and North Berkeley BART stations (~12 mins.).
-Walking distance to trans-Bay and Alameda County bus lines.

-Available October 1, 2024
-One year lease term
-To move in: first-month rent + one-month rent security deposit
-Water and garbage/recycling/compost included in rent
-Dog-friendly. No cats or other pets.
-No smoking allowed in house or on property
-To Apply: contact poster.
1626 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,150 sqft apartment in Gourmet Ghetto. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2024 with an asking price of $4,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 3, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,430/month.

Home Details for 1626 Walnut St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2160 Vine St, Berkeley, CA
0.19
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$1,675,000
09/08/25
1
1
700 sqft
1729 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA
0.22
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$1,800,000
01/23/26
5
2
2,033 sqft
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
1.17
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$4,650,000
12/10/25
2
1
700 sqft
1300 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA
0.53
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$2,302,000
12/23/25
1
3
3,038 sqft
1936 Haste St, Berkeley, CA
0.93
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$2,700,000
02/09/26
4
2
1,500 sqft
1265 Gilman St, Berkeley, CA
1.29
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$565,000
05/26/26
2
2
980 sqft
2632 Warring St, Berkeley, CA
1.38
Apartment
$667,500
11/12/25
2
1
845 sqft
1433 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
1.32
Apartment
$1,600,000
09/10/25
2
1
685 sqft
1801 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA
0.28
-
-
-
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1430 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA
0.40
Apartment
$1,030,000
12/11/25
12
5
4,352 sqft
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Neighborhood Overview

Gourmet Ghetto
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What Locals Say about Gourmet Ghetto

At least 36 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say parking is easy

  • 49 % Say car is needed

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 39 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Bhkchan
    "Support from local neighbors (via systems like NextDoor). People are very willing to help the community"
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  • Barbara A. B.
    "There are a lot of dog owners in this area, there is a park with a creek. Overall a great area to live in..."
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  • Ditas.joaquin
    "Farmers markets every Thursday nights, street fares on Telegraph Avenue once in a while. Street closures for events a couple times a year on Shattuck. "
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  • Gaetan
    "I have been living at the cross of Virginia and Spruce for nearly 5 years and loved it. It's quiet, close to the university. 10 min walk from Downtown Berkeley BART, 3 movies theaters, Groceries (Safeway, Walgreens) and a lot of restaurants. Berkeley gourmet ghetto is 4 blocks away. In addition to that, you're very close to Berkeley Hills and Tilden park. Top neighborhood."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 3, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,200
Aug 25, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,200
Feb 19, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Feb 11, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$3,950
Apr 4, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 1626 Walnut St

  • Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Berkeley?
    The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Gourmet Ghetto, Berkeley.
  • What are the closest schools to 1626 Walnut St?
    The closest schools to 1626 Walnut St in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School (Elementary, rated 10/10), Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Cragmont Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 1626 Walnut St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1626 Walnut St in Berkeley, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1626 Walnut St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1626 Walnut St in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

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