• Apartments are available on an "as available" basis only. "As available" means "IF" we have something available "WHEN" you need it.
  

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We do not take reservations. That may seem unreasonable, but this is not a hotel and reservations are an expensive hassle for us. No, we do not accept "deposits to hold apartments," which is just another kind of reservation. The thing to do is to check in with us* by email or phone 510-420-3669 to find out "projected" availability. You can do this 2 or 3 weeks in advance to get a general idea, and then 1 or 2 days before you need the apartment we can usually say what will be available. Always give a brief sumary with each contact. Don't expect us to remember your name and situation. *Phone is preferred. And you will need a phone when arriving at Casa Bella to alert us of your arrival.

• We want YOU to personally view the apartment before you make a decision. Most people come here when arriving in the East Bay (Berkeley/Oakland), view the apartment and then make a decision. Some people are willing to take the apartment sight unseen but this is not workable because we need to interview you—in person.  Remember this is not a hotel.
  
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• We understand that having a friend or a secretary look for you can be helpful. We are not willing to rent an apartment to a 3rd party on your behalf. Every person staying here must be interviewed—in person—prior to renting. Only the person actually residing in the room can sign the contract—no 3rd party. 
  

If you arrive early in the day, you can call, make an appointment and come directly to view an available apartment. If you have an international flights coming into SF International late in the day - you probably won't get to the East Bay until late. The best strategy is to go directly to a motel and call us in the morning for an appointment to view available apartment.

Fly into Oakland International, if possible. It is closer and cheaper to get to UC Berkeley area. You can even take the BART!