1639 Josephine St

Berkeley, CA 94703 North Berkeley

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---- SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: ---- House Manager Position – Live-In Opportunity in Communal House Available Starting 12/1/24 Position Overview We are seeking an organized, friendly, and proactive individual to join us as the House Manager for our communal residence. As the House Manager, you’ll enjoy a credit of $600 per month toward rent and play an essential role in creating a welcoming, well-maintained home environment. In addition to living in a spacious private room, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with us to enhance and improve the shared spaces within the house. Duties include showing units to prospective residents, coordinating updates to décor and furniture, and overseeing the day-to-day functionality of the household. House Manager Responsibilities • Show the available units to potential new residents and provide a post-showing report • Participate in selecting furniture and décor to refresh the home’s shared spaces (dining room, living room, kitchen, hallways) • Perform an audit of kitchen supplies to recommend updates or replacements • Propose color schemes for the common areas, especially the kitchen and bathrooms • Offer additional suggestions for improving the property to create a warm, functional living space Shared Benefits and Amenities • Room Details: Large single bedroom on the ground floor with ample closet space, hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light • Shared Amenities: Expansive kitchen, large common areas, and onsite laundry • Location Perks: Short walk to Downtown Berkeley, close to UC Berkeley, and convenient access to BART and local bus lines • Community Vibe: Located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood close to the “Gourmet Ghetto” and other local attractions Property Description Josephine Walk Apartments is a mid-century community featuring two buildings around a shared courtyard. Nestled in a peaceful part of North Berkeley, this property offers easy access to both CAL Berkeley and Downtown Berkeley. Many units boast hardwood floors, updated kitchens, and granite counters. Residents have free access to large common areas and benefit from professional management for premium service. Please Note: This is a private room rental in a six-room communal house. The role of House Manager includes an hourly wage and a monthly credit of $600 toward rent in exchange for specific duties. Address Josephine Walk Apartments 1635-1639 Josephine Ave Berkeley, CA 94709 If you’re interested in both a vibrant living space and the chance to enhance a communal home environment, please contact us to apply for the House Manager role. Josephine Walk Apartments 1635-1639 Josephine Street Berkeley, CA 94709 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Josephine Walk Apartments consists of two buildings sharing a common lush courtyard. This mid 1960's building is located on a quiet street in a desirable neighborhood close to Downtown Berkeley and UC Berkeley. Many units feature hardwood floors, remodeled kitchens and lovely granite counters. There is on-site laundry at this property as well. This property is tucked away from the street making it a peaceful place to call home. THE PREMIUM DIFFERENCE This property is professionally managed for Premium Service! We treat you like a customer and you can expect a high level of service from a friendly staff who's primary goal is to make you happy. We resolve any maintenance issues quickly and efficiently. Why rent an ordinary property when you can live in a Premium Property? PREMIUM CONCIERGE SERVICES Get ready to live the hassle-free life at your new apartment, which comes with an awesome membership to Premium Concierge Services for your initial lease term – and guess what, it's totally FREE! Here’s what you get: >>Utility Setup & Billing >>Renter’s Insurance >>Handyman Services >>Cleaning Services >>Package Handling >>Package Return >>Trash Valet Service >>Concierge Recommendations >>And More To Come! Website: Just a heads up – some restrictions apply, so check with our agent for all the details. Oh, and the photos you see might be from a similar unit, but trust us, they’re all great! NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION This building is perfect for someone who wants to be centrally located close to Downtown Berkeley and the UC Berkeley Campus. Trader Joe's, coffee shops, various restaurants, and cafes are walking distance from the building making this location very convenient just a quick walk to everything. Ohlone Park is located directly across the street and is perfect for small picnics, sunbathing, and basketball. If you enjoy a vast array of neighborhood cafes, great coffee shops, interesting and eclectic retail stores, you will feel instantly at home. The area of North Shattuck Ave offer some of the best restaurants in the East Bay Area including the Cheeseboard and Chez Panisse. The Downtown Berkeley BART station and bus lines are close, making your commute easy to access by public transit. There is also ample street parking in the area for your guests!

1639 Josephine St is a house located in Alameda County and the 94703 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Berkeley Unified attendance zone.

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Location
Property Address: 1639 Josephine St, Berkeley,
CA 94703
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Neighborhood

North Berkeley is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in East Bay and is located along the northern border of the University of California, Berkeley. Renters with fur babies will enjoy the proximity to various parks including Live Oak Park and Ohlone Dog Park. The neighborhood is a hub for entertainment and gourmet dining, with a myriad of eateries. Renters with various taste palates will appreciate these diverse restaurants.

North Berkeley is home to the Berkley Art Center, a focal point for artistic exploration and community building. North Berkley lies just north Downtown Berkeley, six miles north of Downtown Oakland, and 14 miles northwest of San Francisco, making for an easy commute to these various cities. Luxury apartments, houses, and condos are available for rent.

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Amenities
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 12 min 4.3 mi
Drive: 14 min 5.9 mi
1639 Josephine St is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Berkeley City College. It is also near UC Berkeley and Samuel Merritt University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
270 Students
Nearby
5
Out of 10
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
395 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
395 Students
Attendance Zone
9
Out of 10
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
871 Students
Attendance Zone
7
Out of 10
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,204 Students
Attendance Zone
8
Out of 10
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
28 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 5-8
34 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
82 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Berkeley include North Berkeley Station, located 0.6 mile from 1639 Josephine St. 1639 Josephine St is near Metro Oakland International, located 14.7 miles or 27 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 25.2 miles or 41 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Drive: 12 min 3.9 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Drive: 10 min 3.5 mi
Drive: 15 min 6.5 mi
Drive: 22 min 12.7 mi
Drive: 24 min 14.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
Drive: 27 min 14.7 mi
San Francisco International
Drive: 41 min 25.2 mi

Walkability Near 1639 Josephine St Berkeley, CA 94703

Walker's Paradise
95
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
66
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Biker's Paradise
94
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1639 Josephine St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
1639 Josephine St has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Live Oak Park
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Cedar-Rose Park
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Habitot Children's Museum
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Museum of Vertebrate Zoology
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology
Drive: 5 min 1.3 mi
1639 Josephine St has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Live Oak Park, Cedar-Rose Park, and Habitot Children's Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
Drive: 12 min 4.2 mi
1639 Josephine St has 3 hospitals within 4.2 miles, the nearest is Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus which is 2.3 miles away and a 7 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 10 min 3.4 mi
Drive: 20 min 8.2 mi
1639 Josephine St is 3.4 miles from Military Reservation, and is convenient to other military bases, including Oakland Army Base.

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