517 Neilson St, Berkeley, CA 94707
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NEW - 23 HRS AGO

$6,875/mo

Total price
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,807 sqft

517 Neilson St, Berkeley, CA 94707

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
No Pets
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
Forced Air Heating
$6,500 deposit

Local Information

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  • Schools5 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Mature landscapingNew window coveringsPrivate en-suite bathroomOff-street driveway parkingPicturesque tree-lined streetFlexible layout
Beautiful 3-Bedroom, 3-Bathroom Home in a Coveted Berkeley Neighborhood

Welcome to this charming, light-filled 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street in Berkeley's sought-after Thousand Oaks neighborhood!

Ideally located just a short stroll from Kensington Circle and the shops, cafes, and restaurants along Solano Avenue, this inviting home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. Enjoy easy access to public transportation, the Gourmet Ghetto, nearby parks, and year-round farmers markets.

Inside, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, and new window coverings create a fresh, welcoming atmosphere. The spacious kitchen features a garden window, under-cabinet lighting, an over-the-range microwave, abundant cabinetry, and a dedicated eat-in area, complemented by a separate dining room perfect for everyday living and entertaining.

The primary suite offers two closets, a private en-suite bathroom, and direct access to the backyard. Upstairs, a bright and airy third bedroom features its own private bathroom and additional storage, making it an ideal second primary suite, home office, creative retreat, or playroom.

Step outside to enjoy mature landscaping and a lovely backyard with space to relax, entertain, or garden. Off-street driveway parking adds even more convenience.

With its flexible layout, inviting outdoor spaces, and unbeatable location near some of the East Bay's favorite neighborhood destinations, this special home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of Thousand Oaks living.

Charming, versatile, and ideally situated this is a home you won't want to miss!

Owner pays for gardener. Tenant pays all utilities. Application fee per applicant is $65.00 Renters Insurance is required. Lease term 1 year

Details for 517 Neilson St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Days on Market

Days on Market: Just Listed

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: nowDeposit: $6,500

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Policies and fees

Pet policy

Dogs
Not allowed
Cats
Not allowed
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 28, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$6,875
Feb 2, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$5,800
Jan 4, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,800
Aug 27, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$4,500
Aug 22, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$4,500

Rental Market Trends in Berkeley

Last updated Oct 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$6,431/mo
Average rent
$2.95K
$55MoM
Available listings
520
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What Locals Say about Berkeley

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  • 91% say there are sidewalks
  • 55% say neighbors are friendly
  • 52% say there's holiday spirit
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At least 654 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Karma Smart
    "What makes my neighborhood unique, being that I’m in Downtown Berkeley, is that I can walk to the post office, the library, many restaurants and other places like Ace Hardware and places I need to get errands done. So it is an all around is special neighborhood because I can literally walk to everything I need."
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  • Veda
    "They would like it. There’s a lot of walking/bike paths and sidewalks"
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  • Elise Lozano
    "Walking trails and parks close by"
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  • Don Boehm
    "Lived here for a year and have wonderful, friendly neighbors and great access to restaurants and shopping. Homes are attractive and well maintained. People here also have strong civic pride and are engaged in their community. "
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  • Stacey Murphy
    "I’ve lived here for 27 years and it keeps getting better. Berkeley bowl west, city sports gym, ucsf/john Muir clinic, new restaurants, and lovely parks."
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  • Don Boehm
    "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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  • Sydni Lunt
    "Decent neighborhood. Close to bay st and freeways. Rather busy street. Farmers market near by every week. "
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  • Tyger
    "The neighborhood is super friendly great people great environment love living in the bay. It is a really nice place. I would not want to live anywhere else."
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  • Anya Kusmierski
    "Beautiful homes, stunning views, and beautiful walking paths and stairways connecting the neighborhood. "
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  • Anya Kusmierski
    "Many people walk there dogs in the neighborhood. Roads are a bit windy and narrow and the neighborhood is quite hilly."
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  • Imsalgado
    "Not bad when timed right and if you drive an electric car but BART and bus are easy to get to and efficient. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "It’s lovely, lots of young families, big park. Close to downtown Berkeley and to San Francisco. Not too snooty. "
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    "Challenging as more people are driving and fewer taking public transportations following the pandemic"
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    "Hiking on the hill when the wildflowers are in bloom and the 180% view is as clear as a bell. The best of the Bay. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I grew up on Oakvale Ave & Domingo, and even as a kid I felt that Claremont was the best neighborhood ever: so many families, with genuine community spirit, and all kinds of beautiful, secret places to explore (safely). Now that I’ve lived in Palo Alto, Bryn Mawr, Philadelphia, Manhattan—and raising my own three children in Brooklyn—it’s clear to me that this neighborhood is a uniquely special, sometimes magical, place to grow up. I wish I could move it to Brooklyn!"
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  • Trulia User
    "we care for each neighborhood, and watch out for one another in this big community. From helping the elderly to supporting the youth it's one big fest of communities colliding together and having each other backs. Let's not forget the big parties and many fusion restaurants they have to offer. With its diversity of multicultural foods the possibilities are endless and of course let's not forget our classics to New York style pizza to traditional Mexican cuisine it's an abyss of nothing but delicious food coming your way "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived here over ten years ago, and the neighborhood is even better today. Local stores, restaurants, and green-space is perfect. Plus, just a short walk to aquatic park. "
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  • Trulia User
    "you see people with all walks of dogs around. most are considerate with picking up with their dogs but you do have to watch out as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area for small families and people who have animals. Alot of parks and good schools. Also there are many good food places in the area."
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  • Trulia User
    "still have to watch your kids but all in all it's a good area to live in. Your family will be safe for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Sucks. No kids play outside. It’s dumpy and unfriendly. Trash everywhere and lots of sideshows……………."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for five years and have noticed most people are nice and public transit is very accessible. There’s a nice farmers market and great coffee shops. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Amazing architecture and well maintained houses. Beautiful hills with scenic houses nestled in. Close to many great things."
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    "Great access to public transit, both bus and BART, with good bikes lanes as well. There is also a ferry in the Berkeley marina"
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  • Trulia User
    "It's a very safe neighborhood. Cragmont park and remillard park are great for kids. It's beautiful and hilly so you need to be fit to get around. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great neighborhood for families with lots of parks nearby. it's off the beaten path so there aren't many issues with vagrants or homeless drug addicts."
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  • Trulia User
    "It feels very much like a good neighborhood everyone knows and respects each other and i like that. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Diverse, neat people, good to walk, good public transit, each block feels different. Sunny and cloudy - walk a block to find your weather. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We have long established neighbors, a farmers market every Tuesday and Thursday and a walkable bart station "
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    "The neighbors in general are great, the gardens - well kept, there are tons of stores and things to do. "
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  • Tonja_12000
    "The Fourth of July at the Berkeley Marina every year attracts hundreds of people and it’s such a great event"
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  • Saida A.
    "Express bus to SF at your doorstep, Bart not far away. There are local and express busses in the grid. "
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  • Fiona K.
    "An easy walk to Bart makes for a simple commute to downtown SF, Berkeley, or Oakland! There are also bus lines nearby"
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  • Bahareh J.
    "Convinient, regular bus transportation and 20 walk to bart station. Gig cars are allowed to park and .."
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  • Davidhubbard45
    "Commuting is easy in this neighborhood. So many options to choose from. Bus, Bart, Bicycle, Carpool. "
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  • Davidhubbard45
    "Street block parties, community earthquake training, cafes and restaurants, events in Strawberry Creek Park. "
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  • Bhkchan
    "Support from local neighbors (via systems like NextDoor). People are very willing to help the community"
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  • Natalie B.
    "It is quiet and we have lots of deer visiting in the evenings. The views are spectacular and it feels very safe."
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Frequently asked questions about 517 Neilson St

  • What income do you need to rent 517 Neilson St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $250K per year to rent 517 Neilson St in Berkeley, CA at $6,875/mo.
  • How does the rent for 517 Neilson St compare to similar 3-bedroom houses in Berkeley?
    517 Neilson St in Berkeley, CA rents about 6% above the area average for 3-bedroom houses in Berkeley ($6,500/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 517 Neilson St?
    The closest schools to 517 Neilson St in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School (Elementary, rated 10/10), Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Martin Luther King Middle School (rated 9/10).
  • What do residents say about Berkeley?
    Residents describe Berkeley, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See apartments for rent in Berkeley, CA.
  • Does 517 Neilson St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 517 Neilson St in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 517 Neilson St have parking?
    Yes, 517 Neilson St in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$247,500 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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517 Neilson St, Berkeley, CA is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,807 sqft single-family home. 517 Neilson St was listed for rent for $6,875/month on Oct 28, 2026.