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1979 Ashby Ave 665 SF of Retail Space Available in Berkeley, CA 94703

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  • Space
  • Size
  • Ceiling
  • Term
  • Rental Rate
  • Rent Type
  • 1st Floor, Ste 1979
  • 665 SF
  • 11’ - 11’4”
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Modified Gross
Space Use
Retail
Condition
Full Build-Out
Availability
Now

1979- 1981 Ashby Avenue in Berkeley, formerly home to the L'ancienne, an antique and decorative arts shop, is a modest commercial structure dating back to the early architectural career of Walter H. Ratcliff, Jr., a notable local architect. The building is situated adjacent to the historic Webb Block, which occupies the prominent corner of Ashby Avenue and Adeline Street. 1979 Ashby Ave. is ground-floor retail/office/service commercial space that benefits from a high-traffic location on Ashby Avenue, directly opposite the Ashby BART station. This advantageous position makes it an ideal setting for businesses that thrive on significant foot traffic and convenient access to public transportation, such as retail establishments, cafes, or coffee shops. This Corner commercial space on Otis St and Ashby has approximately 665 RSF, a mostly open floor plan, and a private restroom, making it ideal for many businesses. 3D TOUR LINK: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=v2F2xUxjE6p

  • Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Retail Space
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Private Restrooms
  • High Ceilings
  • Finished Ceilings: 11’ - 11’4”
  • Display Window
  • Proximity to Ashby BART station
  • Storfront space
  • Great visibility
Space Size Ceiling Term Rental Rate Rent Type
1st Floor, Ste 1979 665 SF 11’ - 11’4” Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Modified Gross

1st Floor, Ste 1979

Size
665 SF
Ceiling
11’ - 11’4”
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Rent Type
Modified Gross
Space Use
Retail
Condition
Full Build-Out
Availability
Now

1979- 1981 Ashby Avenue in Berkeley, formerly home to the L'ancienne, an antique and decorative arts shop, is a modest commercial structure dating back to the early architectural career of Walter H. Ratcliff, Jr., a notable local architect. The building is situated adjacent to the historic Webb Block, which occupies the prominent corner of Ashby Avenue and Adeline Street. 1979 Ashby Ave. is ground-floor retail/office/service commercial space that benefits from a high-traffic location on Ashby Avenue, directly opposite the Ashby BART station. This advantageous position makes it an ideal setting for businesses that thrive on significant foot traffic and convenient access to public transportation, such as retail establishments, cafes, or coffee shops. This Corner commercial space on Otis St and Ashby has approximately 665 RSF, a mostly open floor plan, and a private restroom, making it ideal for many businesses. 3D TOUR LINK: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=v2F2xUxjE6p

  • Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Retail Space
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Private Restrooms
  • High Ceilings
  • Finished Ceilings: 11’ - 11’4”
  • Display Window
  • Proximity to Ashby BART station
  • Storfront space
  • Great visibility

Rent Types


The rent amount and type that the tenant (lessee) will be responsible to pay to the landlord (lessor) throughout the lease term is negotiated prior to both parties signing a lease agreement. The rent type will vary depending upon the services provided. For example, triple net rents are typically lower than full service rents due to additional expenses the tenant is required to pay in addition to the base rent. Contact the listing broker for a full understanding of any associated costs or additional expenses for each rent type.

1. Full Service: A rental rate that includes normal building standard services as provided by the landlord within a base year rental.

2. Double Net (NN): Tenant pays for only two of the building expenses; the landlord and tenant determine the specific expenses prior to signing the lease agreement.

3. Triple Net (NNN): A lease in which the tenant is responsible for all expenses associated with their proportional share of occupancy of the building.

4. Modified Gross: Modified Gross is a general type of lease rate where typically the tenant will be responsible for their proportional share of one or more of the expenses. The landlord will pay the remaining expenses. See the below list of common Modified Gross rental rate structures: 4. Plus All Utilities: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of utilities in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Cleaning: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of cleaning in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Electric: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the electrical cost in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Electric & Cleaning: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the electrical and cleaning cost in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Utilities and Char: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the utilities and cleaning cost in addition to the rent. 4. Industrial Gross: A type of Modified Gross lease where the tenant pays one or more of the expenses in addition to the rent. The landlord and tenant determine these prior to signing the lease agreement.

5. Tenant Electric: The landlord pays for all services and the tenant is responsible for their usage of lights and electrical outlets in the space they occupy.

6. Negotiable or Upon Request: Used when the leasing contact does not provide the rent or service type.

7. TBD: To be determined; used for buildings for which no rent or service type is known, commonly utilized when the buildings are not yet built.

Select Tenants at 1979 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

  • Tenant
  • Description
  • US Locations
  • Reach
  • A L'ancienne
  • Dollar/Variety/Thrift
  • 1
  • -
Tenant Description US Locations Reach
A L'ancienne Dollar/Variety/Thrift 1 -

Property Facts

Total Space Available 665 SF
Property Type Retail
Property Subtype Storefront
Gross Leasable Area 1,031 SF
Year Built 1907

About the Property

1979- 1981 Ashby Avenue is a storefront retail/commercial space situated adjacent to the historic Webb Block, which occupies the prominent corner of Ashby Avenue directly opposite the Ashby BART station.

Walk Score®
Walker's Paradise (94)
Bike Score®
Biker's Paradise (95)
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Nearby Major Retailers

The YMCA
Equinox
Bank Of America
Whole Foods Market
U.S. Bank
Toyota Of Berkeley
Chase Bank
Mechanics Bank
Orangetheory Fitness
Starbucks
  • Listing ID: 39676477

  • Date on Market: 3/5/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 1979 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

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