3855 Meade St

Updated 3BR/2BA in Berkeley with Optional Carriage House Studio - Walk to Tennyson & Highlands Square Tucked into one of northwest Denver's most-loved neighborhoods, this thoughtfully updated 3-bed/2-bath home sits a short walk from Tennyson Street, Highlands Square, and Rocky Mountain Lake - with easy access to downtown (10 15 min) and I-70 to the mountains. Bonus: an attached carriage house studio with full kitchen and bathroom is available to rent with the home or separately. The Main Home (2,200 sq ft | 3 bed / 2 bath) The main floor offers two bright bedrooms, a full bath, and an open living/dining layout that flows into a chef's kitchen with quartz counters, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry, and new appliances (dishwasher, microwave, disposal, refrigerator). A back mudroom works beautifully as a flex office or drop zone. The living room has an electric fireplace for cozy nights in. Downstairs, the oversized primary suite includes a sitting/reading area, a custom-built walk-in closet, full bath, and a dedicated laundry room with washer/dryer included. A suspended swivel TV in the primary suite stays with the home, along with additional TVs throughout (negotiable). The house stays warm and cozy all winter thanks to a high-efficiency steam boiler (installed 2022), and swamp cooling keeps it comfortable in summer. The Carriage House Studio (~621 sq ft) A fully self-contained studio apartment attached to the garage full kitchen, full bath, heat, A/C, in-unit washer/dryer, and a small private fenced side yard. Private entrance off the alley. Open-concept layout with kitchen, dining, living, and sleeping all in one large light-filled space. Can be rented furnished or unfurnished your choice. We've grossed ~$20K/year renting it as a 30+ day Airbnb, so it's been meaningful income to us. We would consider allowing a sublet you manage, or can be used as a mother-in-law, guest space, office/gym, etc... Outdoor Space & Parking 6,500+ sq ft lot with a fully fenced backyard (plus fenced side yard for the studio) your dogs will love it. The yard is ~80% xeriscaped for low-maintenance summers, with a small grass area, mature landscaping, two covered patios (front and back), and bistro-style hanging lights over the back patio that create a cozy ambience for summer BBQs and get-togethers. The front porch is perfect for warm-weather evenings with friends. Storage shed in the backyard included with the main home. Detached 1-car garage included with the studio rental. Rental Options Option 1 Main home only: $4,500/month Driveway (fits 2 cars) plus plenty of street parking. Fenced backyard, storage shed, front and back patios. (Studio rented separately.) Option 2 Bundle main home + studio: $5,600/month Everything above, plus the studio apartment and the 1-car detached garage. Updates & Systems - Significant 2017 renovation: new windows, new roof, new sewer line, new baths, new kitchen - High-efficiency steam boiler (2022) - Swamp cooling for summer - Electric fireplace in living room - Ring doorbell - Xfinity internet and home security (sensors on all windows) - All major appliances included in both units (refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, disposal, washer/dryer) Location & Lifestyle A short walk to Tennyson Street and Highlands Square for some of Denver's best restaurants, coffee, and boutiques. Rocky Mountain Lake, Sloan's Lake, and Berkeley Lake are all close by, with LoHi just a few minutes south. Sprouts and Safeway nearby for groceries. Downtown is a 10 15 minute drive, and I-70 puts the mountains within easy reach. Quiet, safe, family-friendly neighborhood with a real community feel. Schools (Denver Public Schools) - Centennial Elementary (K 5) A School for Expeditionary Learning - Skinner Middle School (6 8) - North High School (9 12) Lease Terms - $4,200/month (main home only) | $5,600/month (bundled with studio) - 12+ month lease - Available: July 1, 2026 for the main home | August 1, 2026 for the studio - Bundled tenants: studio rent waived for the month of July - Pet-friendly: $250 pet deposit (per pet) + $25/month per pet no breed, size, or species restrictions - Renter's insurance required - No smoking indoors What's Included - Owner covers: monthly lawn care (May Oct), swamp cooler open/close service, trash & recycling - Tenant covers: electric/gas, water, internet/phone/TV - All appliances stay (refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, disposal, washer/dryer in each unit) Application Requirements - 700+ credit score - Verifiable income of 2x monthly rent - Employment / income verification (recent pay stubs or offer letter) - Background check no prior evictions - Rental history and references from previous landlords - Application fee: $50 per adult applicant (covers credit & background check) This has been our family home since 2017 and has been meticulously maintained. We're looking for responsible, long-term tenants who will love it as we have. Showings and inquiries through Zillow.