Location location location. Rockridge is a very tony area along the Oakland Berkeley border. BART is a block away easy access to the city and beyond. Elmwood in Berkeley is another great neighborhood is a short bus trip away. Rockridge is a foodies dream. You have access to the best at Market Hall foods: bakery, organic fruit veggies, butcher/fish, pasta, cheese, prepared and heat up gourmet. Cactus Mexican restaurant a big plate of food for under $10.00, excellent. Rockridge Cafe great all American breakfast and lunch. On a budget Trader Joes is right there. Trattoria La Siciliana in Elmwood a great value by bay area pricing. Access to the garden is a piece of urban paradise.