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Highlights

  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/dryer
  • Eat-in kitchen
  • Garage parking
  • Beautiful balconies
  • Range / oven

Location

2232 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
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Management

JD Management Group, Inc.

Leasing office

(510) 834-8030

Property Overview

2232 Blake Street is a highly rated rental option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by exceptional price (10/10), strong amenities (9/10), prime location (9/10), and solid trustworthiness (8/10). Residents can enjoy convenient features like a refrigerator, range/oven, washer/dryer, eat-in kitchen, garage parking, and beautiful balconies, plus detailed listing photos and proximity to a highly rated middle school about a third of a mile away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 2232 Blake Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2232 Blake Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
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Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$2,295 /mo1 unit availableLarge 1 Bedroom Apartment, Large Eat-in kitchen, 1 bathroom, beautiful balconies, right in the heart of town and 5 Blocks to UC Berkeley. Additional Features Include: • Balcony • Garage Parking available for $100/Month • Excellent Natural Light • Range / Oven • Refrigerator • Washer/Dryer in the Building • Water and Trash utilities included in rent Rental Requirements: • Good verifiable rental history • No evictions • Net monthly income must be equal to, or greater than 3 times the monthly rent. • Descent credit Lease Terms: • 1-year lease • No smoking • First month's rent and deposit required at signing To schedule a showing contact Merilyn at 510-834-8030 ext. 1
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$3,200 /mo1 unit availableLarge 2 Bedroom Apartment, Large Eat-in kitchen, 1 bathroom, beautiful balconies, right in the heart of town and 5 Blocks to UC Berkeley. Additional Features Include: • Balcony • Garage Parking available for $100/Month • Excellent Natural Light • Range / Oven • Refrigerator • Washer/Dryer in the Building • Water and Trash utilities included in rent Rental Requirements: • Good verifiable rental history • No evictions • Net monthly income must be equal to, or greater than 3 times the monthly rent. • Fair to Good credit Lease Terms: • 1-year lease • No smoking • First month's rent and deposit required at signing To schedule a showing contact Merilyn at 510-834-8030 ext. 1 * Video in advertisement may may be from different apartment

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 2232 Blake Street

HomeApartments in Berkeley 2232 Blake Street

Large 1 Bedroom Apartment, Large Eat-in kitchen, 1 bathroom, beautiful balconies, right in the heart of town and 5 Blocks to UC Berkeley. Additional Features Include: • Balcony • Garage Parking available for $100/Month • Excellent Natural Light • Range / Oven • Refrigerator • Washer/Dryer in the Building • Water and Trash utilities included in rent Rental Requirements: • Good verifiable rental history • No evictions • Net monthly income must be equal to, or greater than 3 times the monthly rent. • Descent credit Lease Terms: • 1-year lease • No smoking • First month's rent and deposit required at signing To schedule a showing contact Merilyn at 510-834-8030 ext. 1


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 2232 Blake Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2232 Blake Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2232 Blake Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
2232 Blake Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
2232 Blake Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water and garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2232 Blake Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2232 Blake Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 2232 Blake Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 2232 Blake Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Berkeley

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Berkeley.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2232 Blake Street to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Berkeley.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,895
June 2024$1,826
July 2024$1,823
August 2024$1,888
September 2024$1,861
October 2024$1,897
November 2024$1,870
December 2024$1,909
January 2025$1,980
February 2025$1,983
March 2025$1,990
April 2025$1,960
May 2025$1,924
June 2025$1,922
July 2025$1,898
August 2025$1,895
September 2025$1,871
October 2025$1,892
November 2025$1,900
December 2025$1,889
January 2026$1,895
February 2026$1,889
March 2026$1,948
April 2026$1,961

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$91,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Schools near 2232 Blake Street

Sylvia Mendez Elementary

2840 ellsworth st

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A-

Washington Elementary School

2300 mlk jr way

berkeley, CA, 94704

K-5Public
A

Emerson Elementary School

2800 forest ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A

Malcolm X Elementary School

1731 prince st

berkeley, CA, 94703

K-5Public
A

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

1645 milvia st

berkeley, CA, 94709

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Berkeley near 2232 Blake St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2232 Blake St, Berkeley

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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