1815 Highland Pl #8, Berkeley, CA 94709
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1815 Highland Pl #8
Berkeley, CA 94709

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 143 sqft
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 143 sqft

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Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
143 sqft

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About this House

Peaceful Room with 2 windows facing our lovely garden with view of bamboo and sounds of outdoor waterfall. Perfect for focused study and contemplation.
Charming rooms located in exceptionally quiet, vegetarian environment, perfect for graduate students, visiting scholars, and serious students.

Located a block away from UC Berkeley at the foothills of Highland and Hearst, we offer a quiet and reserved environment ideal for focused work, reflection, and introspection. Rooms offer beautiful views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge, or our peaceful meditation garden.

Furnished private rooms are available for individuals, with shared kitchen, bathrooms, and showers. Wifi and all utilities are included.

Established in 1972, the Nyingma Institute is a respected Tibetan Buddhist learning center which offers classes and retreats to the general public, in addition to housing staff and dedicated community members. You need not be Buddhist, but should be respectful of our spiritual focus and the quietude that is sought by our students.

Please note that we are a vegetarian, substance-free environment. We require that no meat or alcohol be consumed or stored here.

We are located 1 block away from the north side of campus. We do have a private parking lot, if you are interested in a spot one may be available for an additional $100/month.

Zero tolerance for smoking, drugs, alcohol, and inebriation on the premises
Overnight guests are not permitted
No pets
No loud music or instruments
We ask that you remove your shoes upon entering, house slippers are fine
Modest dress and conduct in shared areas is appreciated
Strictly vegetarian environment (but not vegan)
Wifi and utilities included
Rooms are furnished
Beautiful bay view or garden view from windows
Shared kitchen, bathrooms, and showers
No space heaters or AC, though there is centralized heating
Laundry is coin-operated
1 block from UCB campus
25-minute walk to Downtown Berkeley BART station
Please note that we are located on a steep hill, with several flights of stairs on the property
Meditation and Tibetan Yoga (Kum Nye) classes and retreats are taught on the premises
Lease term: 6 months minimum
We ask for first month's rent and security deposit (equal to a month's rent)
Credit and background checks required
Parking may be available for an extra fee of $100/month
1815 Highland Pl #8, Berkeley, CA 94709 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 143 sqft apartment. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2026 with an asking price of $1,550 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 11, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,706/month.

Home Details for 1815 Highland Pl #8

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: semester long, 6 month, 9 month, or 1 yearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet
Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Additional Information

Smoke Free

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  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say car is needed

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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    "Walkable for pet owners and easy to navigate. Lots of space for sags to play and run. Most pet owners are caring. "
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    "DOGS, EUCALYPTUS, HILLS, VIEWS, NO SIDEWALKS, TRAILS, PATHS, HIKERS, RUNNERS, SUNSETS, STADIUM VIEWS, SOCCER FIELD, POOL, BOTANICAL GARDEN, LAWRENCE HALL OF SCIENCE, CAL FOOTBALL, SORORITIES, RUNNING TRACK, QUIET, BUS, TELEGRAPH AVENUE"
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    "they would love to take their pets to the park in the area. they may not like the parking availability at certain times throughout the day. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 11, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,600
Feb 20, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,600
Price increased by 3%
Feb 13, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,550
Jul 3, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Jun 30, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,500

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