1742 Blake St #2, Berkeley, CA 94703
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OFF MARKET

1742 Blake St #2
Berkeley, CA 94703

Ashby
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 600 sqft
1 Bed
1 Bath
600 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1930
Living Area
600 sqft
Parking
2 Parking Spaces

About this House

Furnished 1 bedroom rental available in well maintained, owner occupied 4 plex is perfect for those who value peace and tranquility. Apartment is on the first floor with its own garden entrance, and in unit washer/dryer. Hi speed Sonic WiFi, All utilities, and Bi-Weekly house cleaning is included in the rent. Tree lined street has plenty of off street parking but there is also a parking spot available for $75 per month. Terrific residential location is close to BART, Downtown Berkeley and UC Berkeley campus. Flexible short term, daily/weekly rental available after first 30 days. Pets will be considered.
1742 Blake St #2, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 600 sqft apartment in Ashby, built in 1930. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 6, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,496/month.

Home Details for 1742 Blake St #2

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: NegotiableAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Price History for 1742 Blake St #2

DatePriceEventSource
09/06/2025$2,200ListingRemovedSFAR #425065512
08/18/2025$2,200Listed For RentSFAR #425065512
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
03/02/2015$1,995ListingRemovedN/A
02/26/2015$1,995Listed For RentN/A
06/24/2014$1,995ListingRemovedN/A
06/21/2014$1,995Listed For RentN/A

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.54M
$117KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
127.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$979
$63MoM
Available listings
138
16MoM
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Comparable Sales for 1742 Blake St #2

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA
0.52
Apartment
$637,550
04/17/26
2
1
1,000
1433 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.44
Apartment
$1,600,000
09/10/25
2
1
685
2747 San Pablo Ave #209, Berkeley, CA
0.82
Apartment
$350,000
01/20/26
1
1
724
1201 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.72
Apartment
$1,305,000
10/08/25
2
2
2,629
823 55th St, Oakland, CA
1.57
Apartment
$1,540,000
12/22/25
1
1
800
1936 Haste St, Berkeley, CA
0.27
Apartment
$2,700,000
02/09/26
4
2
1,500
2416 Roosevelt Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.17
Apartment
$1,750,000
05/29/26
16
14
7,830
2732 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA
0.27
Apartment
$1,400,000
08/07/25
11
10
7,010
667 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA
1.01
Apartment
$930,000
02/02/26
4
2
1,824
2747 San Pablo Ave #405, Berkeley, CA
0.82
Apartment
$380,000
01/20/26
2
2
890
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Neighborhood Overview

Ashby
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What Locals Say about Ashby

At least 108 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say car is needed

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 48 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say there's wildlife

  • 43 % Say there's holiday spirit

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  • Sydni Lunt
    "Decent neighborhood. Close to bay st and freeways. Rather busy street. Farmers market near by every week. "
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    "we care for each neighborhood, and watch out for one another in this big community. From helping the elderly to supporting the youth it's one big fest of communities colliding together and having each other backs. Let's not forget the big parties and many fusion restaurants they have to offer. With its diversity of multicultural foods the possibilities are endless and of course let's not forget our classics to New York style pizza to traditional Mexican cuisine it's an abyss of nothing but delicious food coming your way "
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    "Lots of dogs in the area. However many dog owners do NOT pick up after their dogs. Very frustrating and gross. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area for small families and people who have animals. Alot of parks and good schools. Also there are many good food places in the area."
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  • Trulia User
    "still have to watch your kids but all in all it's a good area to live in. Your family will be safe for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Sucks. No kids play outside. It’s dumpy and unfriendly. Trash everywhere and lots of sideshows……………."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for five years and have noticed most people are nice and public transit is very accessible. There’s a nice farmers market and great coffee shops. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great neighborhood for families with lots of parks nearby. it's off the beaten path so there aren't many issues with vagrants or homeless drug addicts."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have long established neighbors, a farmers market every Tuesday and Thursday and a walkable bart station "
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  • Saida A.
    "Express bus to SF at your doorstep, Bart not far away. There are local and express busses in the grid. "
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  • Denise C.
    "my community is perfect for children safe to walk at night close to all transportation bus and Bart local restaurants very convenient two blocks from each convenience store or grocery store very satisfied with the neighborhood everyone is friendly and know each other by the first name basis"
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  • Youngmanrobin2
    "I love Berkeley because every house has its own unique charm and character. I adore craftsman style house I love the juxtaposition between the dark wood and white walls "
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  • Ajd
    "Lots of people with dogs. A couple of parks nearby for them to play in. Easy to walk dog on Bike friendly streets."
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  • Pantsofflandolf
    "It’s got a lot of character, it’s foliage is pretty, and there’s a lot of restaurants and public transit."
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  • Alex A.
    "I hop on BART at Ashby every morning and I’m in downtown San Francisco in about 30 minutes. The trains are crowded, but it’s a reliable commute. "
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  • Angiehiranoshin
    "The Grove park has lots of friendly people with well behaved dogs. The park supplies waste bags and has plenty of space with grass for the dogs to play/run. "
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  • Ajd
    "Good mix of social classes. Very walkable. Diverse. Can walk to restaurants and grocery stores. Has kids parks as well."
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  • Weber a.
    "It is lovely for walking and very friendly. Very convenient for everything and a short walk downtown. "
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  • Unspecified
    "There are many other dog in the neighborhood so there are many opportunities for good and bad interactions. Also people tend to drive fast so if your dog gets loose there is a good chance they may get hit. "
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  • Theresakuuipo
    "great community. blocks away from local high school, hospital and shopping and food. local bus lines are extremely reliable."
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  • Maria A. S.
    "Peaceful, lots of greenery, safe, access to everything nearby. People are friendly and there are many block parties happening which increase sense of community. "
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  • Mark7arlan
    " The view from my apartment an the way the fog rolls in morning and evening.Being close to the Ocean,nothing beats that. Not owning a car is no problem there are plenty of ways to get around. "
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  • Janepantsyr
    "Very friendly neighborhood, great shops all around. Dog friendly. Great for commuters. I’ve lived here a little over 3 years and love it."
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