Last Updated: August 14, 2024
Contact Information
Main Contact: Shaw Properties
Contact Phone: (510) 665-4350
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Building Description
3 Bdrm Plex – Rent $2,080. Deposit $3,100. Income Requirement is 3X the amount of rent. Not Wheelchair Access. 2nd Story Unit. FICO Score of 650 or above. Unit includes 1 Bath, Gas Stove, Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer, Cabinet Space, Wood/Laminate Flooring throughout, Laundry Room with a Washer & Dryer, Shared Backyard.
- Tenant pays Gas & Electric. Owner pays Yard Maintenance, Water, Sewer & Garbage.
- Credit Check Fee is $40 per application for age 18 & over.
- Does not accept Cosigners.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 Project-Based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Restaurants and Shops. Close to Freeway.
- No Smoking.
- No Pets.
- 1 Year Lease.
For more information about this house or to submit an Application, contact Shaw Properties at (510) 665-4350. Address: 2119 West Street, Berkeley, CA 94702.