1844 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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OFF MARKET

1844 Blake St
Berkeley, CA 94703

Ashby
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 650 sqft
1 Bed
1 Bath
650 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
1957
Living Area
650 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

4-unit low raises garden style apartment building. This large 1 Bedroom unit is about 650 sq.ft., bright and sunny with a lot of windows and new carpet floors all around (except kitchen and bath). It's located in a nice gated courtyard garden building, 1/2 blocks to MLK, about a 2-minute walk to the Herrick Campus of Alta Bates Hospital, an approximate 10 to 15-minute walk to Downtown Berkeley BART, and about a 10-minute walk to the Berkeley Bowl Marketplace. Physical Address: 1844 Blake St., Berkeley, CA 94704
Nearest Street Intersection: Martin Luther King Jr. Way (MLK) Open House : T. TH. Apartment features include:
* 2nd Floor Large 1 bedroom Unit.
* Carpet Floors nearly throughout - warm light finish
* Newer washer and dryer in-unit!
* Electric stove, and refrigerator.
* Granite kitchen countertops
* Garbage and Water included with monthly rent! * Dual-paned energy efficient vinyl windows.
* Cats welcome! additional rent $30 per/pet
* Garage Parking $120 per/month (optional)
* Available Now. Move-in Cost: (1 Bedroom Unit)
1st Month's Rent $ 2,150
Refundable Security Deposit $2,150
Move-in Amount $ 4,300.00

Some notable terms and conditions (i.e., the fine print):* 12-month lease term (All lease renewals shall have a 12-month lease term)* This is a non-smoking apartment.* Credit check performed with good Credit Rating. Credit check required for each proposed resident over 18 years of age. Rental application fee is $40.00 per applicant and is non-refundable.
1844 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 650 sqft apartment in Ashby, built in 1957. It last sold for $900,000 on Mar 12, 2008. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2019 with an asking price of $2,150 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,370/month.

Home Details for 1844 Blake St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: HardwoodGated Entry
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Appliances & Utilities
DisposalRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957Year Updated: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
GardenLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 4

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5880 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 1844 Blake St

DatePriceEventSource
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
06/26/2019$2,150ListingRemovedN/A
06/03/2019$2,150Listed For RentN/A
09/21/2016$3,850ListingRemovedN/A
07/04/2015$2,850ListingRemovedN/A
07/01/2015$2,850Listed For RentN/A
03/12/2008$900,000Sold
N/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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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$1,193,924
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1844 Blake St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA
0.59
Apartment
$637,550
04/17/26
2
1
1,000
1201 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.83
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
667 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA
0.97
Apartment
$930,000
02/02/26
4
2
1,824
2416 Roosevelt Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.24
Apartment
$1,750,000
05/29/26
16
14
7,830
1433 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.55
Apartment
$1,600,000
09/10/25
2
1
685
1767 Euclid Ave #4, Berkeley, CA
1.21
Apartment
$780,000
10/17/25
2
1
829
1265 Gilman St, Berkeley, CA
1.69
Apartment
$565,000
05/26/26
2
2
980
2172 Blake St, Berkeley, CA
0.39
Apartment
$2,800,000
07/09/26
18
10
6,902
1300 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA
1.45
Apartment
$2,302,000
12/23/25
1
3
3,038
Home facts updated by county records

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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

  • 45 % 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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    "Sucks. No kids play outside. It’s dumpy and unfriendly. Trash everywhere and lots of sideshows……………."
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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 1844 Blake St

  • What is the price history for 1844 Blake St?
    1844 Blake St in Berkeley, CA last sold for $900,000 in March 2008.
  • Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Berkeley?
    The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.54M. That is up $117K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Ashby neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Ashby neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Ashby, Berkeley.
  • Does 1844 Blake St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1844 Blake St in Berkeley, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1844 Blake St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1844 Blake St in Berkeley, CA has laundry facilities.