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Highlights
- In-unit laundry
- Off-street parking
- Modern living
- Stainless steel appliances
Location
2521 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA|Elmwood
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Erel LLC
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Property Overview
Located at 2521 Ashby Ave in Berkeley, this home offers convenient access to public transit and walkable surroundings, along with environmentally conscious features like thermostats and on-site recycling or composting options. Its setting and amenities make it appealing for those seeking everyday convenience and sustainability.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Eco living
Amenities for 2521 Ashby Ave, Elmwood
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor | Off Street |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Controlled Access | Onsite Laundry |
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 2521 Ashby Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 11% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Elmwood.
Situated in Berkeley’s coveted Elmwood district, this freshly painted, ~1,338 sq. ft. 2+ bedroom apartment offers modern living with stainless steel appliances, a Nest smart thermostat, in-unit laundry, off-street parking, and flexible space perfect for a home office. Positioned above a quiet dental practice, residents enjoy extra peace and privacy during evenings and weekends, all while being steps from Elmwood’s vibrant dining and retail scene, UC Berkeley, and key transit routes. Offered on a 12-month lease transitioning to month-to-month, the unit requires a deposit equal to one month's rent, renters insurance, and screening for occupants 18+, with landlord covering water and trash on a strictly non-smoking property.
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 2521 Ashby Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 438 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Elmwood |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 94705 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Elmwood
2-bedroom apartments at 2521 Ashby Ave cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Berkeley.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Elmwood
Berkeley
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,933 |
| September 2024 | $2,925 |
| October 2024 | $2,976 |
| November 2024 | $2,981 |
| December 2024 | $2,995 |
| January 2025 | $2,982 |
| February 2025 | $2,996 |
| March 2025 | $3,079 |
| April 2025 | $3,095 |
| May 2025 | $3,008 |
| June 2025 | $2,971 |
| July 2025 | $2,918 |
| August 2025 | $2,872 |
| September 2025 | $2,941 |
| October 2025 | $2,995 |
| November 2025 | $2,995 |
| December 2025 | $2,960 |
| January 2026 | $3,084 |
| February 2026 | $3,124 |
| March 2026 | $3,108 |
| April 2026 | $3,098 |
| May 2026 | $2,982 |
| June 2026 | $2,922 |
| July 2026 | $2,952 |
| August 2026 | $2,995 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,848 |
| September 2024 | $2,834 |
| October 2024 | $2,924 |
| November 2024 | $3,134 |
| December 2024 | $3,168 |
| January 2025 | $3,325 |
| February 2025 | $3,292 |
| March 2025 | $3,295 |
| April 2025 | $3,295 |
| May 2025 | $3,202 |
| June 2025 | $3,027 |
| July 2025 | $2,878 |
| August 2025 | $2,883 |
| September 2025 | $2,920 |
| October 2025 | $3,139 |
| November 2025 | $3,251 |
| December 2025 | $3,167 |
| January 2026 | $3,284 |
| February 2026 | $3,295 |
| March 2026 | $3,214 |
| April 2026 | $3,146 |
| May 2026 | $2,895 |
| June 2026 | $2,845 |
| July 2026 | $2,795 |
| August 2026 | $2,795 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 2521 Ashby Ave
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
2840 ellsworth st
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A-
Emerson Elementary School
2800 forest ave
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A
John Muir Elementary School
2955 claremont ave
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A-
Malcolm X Elementary School
1731 prince st
berkeley, CA, 94703
K-5Public
A
Washington Elementary School
2300 mlk jr way
berkeley, CA, 94704
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Berkeley near 2521 Ashby Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 2521 Ashby Ave, Berkeley
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
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 5-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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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