2319 Ward Street is a two-story 4-plex located just blocks away from the south UC Berkeley campus, making it a prime asset for investors targeting steady student and professional demand. The property sits just off Shattuck Avenue, and Downtown Berkeley and the BART station are both under one mile away, offering excellent connectivity and long-term desirability. The building features (4) large 1-bedroom, 1-bath units with tall ceilings, creating bright and open interiors that stand out in the Berkeley rental market. Two units will be delivered vacant, allowing an investor to immediately capture market rents or execute light value-add strategies without delay. Recent upgrades include newer exterior walkways that have been inspected and are SB 721 compliant, reducing future capital exposure. Tenants also benefit from a common outdoor area and an on-site laundry room with one washer and one dryer, supporting convenience and retention. A standout feature is that each unit includes its own private storage spaceroughly the size of a small garage, a rare amenity in this location. The property is also separately metered for PG & E, helping investors maintain efficient and predictable operating expenses.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
5,044 sq ftLot Size
$343Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Travis Raciti•DRE #02246639• Compass
Listed by Tony Zizzo•DRE #01962093• Compass
Contact: 925-899-3985
Bought with Domingo Jimenez•DRE #01446001• Alliance Bay Realty
2319 Ward Street is a two-story 4-plex located just blocks away from the south UC Berkeley campus, making it a prime asset for investors targeting steady student and professional demand. The property sits just off Shattuck Avenue, and Downtown Berkeley and the BART station are both under one mile away, offering excellent connectivity and long-term desirability. The building features (4) large 1-bedroom, 1-bath units with tall ceilings, creating bright and open interiors that stand out in the Berkeley rental market. Two units will be delivered vacant, allowing an investor to immediately capture market rents or execute light value-add strategies without delay. Recent upgrades include newer exterior walkways that have been inspected and are SB 721 compliant, reducing future capital exposure. Tenants also benefit from a common outdoor area and an on-site laundry room with one washer and one dryer, supporting convenience and retention. A standout feature is that each unit includes its own private storage spaceroughly the size of a small garage, a rare amenity in this location. The property is also separately metered for PG&E, helping investors maintain efficient and predictable operating expenses.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41034109
Sep 10, 2023
Listing Removed
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Jul 25, 2023
Listed
*
Public Records
Jan 9, 2001
Sold
$505,000
$196/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 1977
Sold
$57,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,302 (+12.0%)
$228,269 + $532,629
$760,898
2024
$13,659 (+2.3%)
$228,269 + $532,629
$760,898
2023
$13,353 (+2.2%)
$223,794 + $522,186
$745,980
2022
$13,066
$215,105 + $501,913
$717,018
2021
$13,062 (+6.6%)
$215,105 + $501,913
$717,018
2020
$12,258 (+5.1%)
$210,888 + $492,072
$702,960
2019
$11,661 (+1.9%)
$208,726 + $487,027
$695,753
2018
$11,439 (+3.8%)
$204,634 + $477,479
$682,113
2017
$11,020 (+4.0%)
$196,689 + $458,941
$655,630
2016
$10,594 (+1.4%)
$196,689 + $458,941
$655,630
2015
$10,443 (−1.1%)
$192,833 + $449,945
$642,778
2014
$10,559 (−0.3%)
$186,219 + $434,511
$620,730
2013
$10,588 (+7.2%)
$186,219 + $434,511
$620,730
2012
$9,880 (+0.7%)
$185,378 + $432,549
$617,927
2011
$9,813 (+0.7%)
$174,000 + $406,000
$580,000
2010
$9,749 (−1.6%)
$174,000 + $406,000
$580,000
2009
$9,905 (+4.5%)
$174,000 + $406,000
$580,000
2008
$9,474
$177,271 + $413,633
$590,904
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
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Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,044 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
2,578
Year built
1908
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
054 171501300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R-2
Restricted Two-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Restricted Two-Family Residential (R-2) district is to: Implement the General Plan by encouraging the development of low medium-density residential areas characterized by a reasonably open and spacious type of development with a pattern of housing types ranging from single-family to duplexes and small apartment structures; Make available housing for persons who desire a range of housing choice with a relatively large amount of open space; and Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Apr 10, 2025 • Final
Building
New construction
Jun 28, 2023 • Final
Building
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: On Street
Interior
Room Information
Storage
Kitchen Description: Oven Range (Gas)
Interior Features
Laundry: Coin-Operated
Flooring: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Other (See Remarks)
Heating: Wall Furnace
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units in Building (Total): 4
Annual Rental Income: $74,988
Annual Gross Income: $72,738
Gross Rent Multiplier: 11.94
Gross Scheduled Income: $74,988
Other Expenses: $7,066
Total Expenses: $32,660
Vacancy Factor: 3
Unit Type 1 Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Rent: $961
Unit Type 2 Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Rent: $1,950
Unit Type 3 Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Rent: $1,950
Unit Type 4 Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Rent: $1,388
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Flat/Low Pitch, Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed/Structure, Other (See Remarks)