16 Hours Ago
Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Quartz countertops
- Modern kitchen
- Vaulted ceilings
- Led lighting
- Refrigerator
Location
6500 Donal Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA
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Property Overview
6500 Donal Ave achieves an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting a strong balance of price and value at a perfect 10. The property garners high ratings for amenities and location—9 out of 10—showcasing its modern features like a dishwasher, quartz countertops, and vaulted ceilings, while also providing convenient access to essential services and public spaces. Favorable accessibility to pet services and a quiet work-from-home environment further enhances its appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- High school nearby
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | $1,850 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your newly remodeled apartment! This stunning 1 bed, 1 bath second-floor unit features a fresh modern touch with a completely remodeled kitchen and bathroom, perfect for comfortable living. Features: - Kitchen: Brand new cabinets, sleek quartz countertops, new electric stove, and refrigerator. - Bathroom: Updated with elegant tile flooring, shower over tub with a custom-tiled enclosure. - Flooring: Luxury vinyl plank floors throughout the unit for a contemporary look and easy maintenance, tile floorings in the kitchen, dining area, and bathroom. - Comfort: Wall heating for cozy winters, along with a fresh coat of interior paint to brighten up your space. The home has vaulted ceilings with open beams. - Laundry: Convenient onsite coin-operated washer and dryer. - Parking: Each unit comes with 1 reserved parking space. - Located just minutes from Del Norte El Cerrito BART Station, this unit offers a perfect commute and easy access to San Pablo Avenue’s shops, restaurants, and schools. - Rent include water and garbage. Tenant pays for their own PG&E and Internet. Rent this move-in-ready gem today and enjoy both comfort and convenience! For showings and questions, please contact Brane at 650-298-1400. | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $2,250 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your beautifully renovated 2nd-floor home! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit offers a stylish and comfortable living space with vaulted, open beam ceilings and an abundance of natural light throughout. Step into a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and modern kitchen—perfect for entertaining or relaxing at home. The kitchen features updated gray shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, a gas stove, and a dishwasher for added convenience. The bathroom is tastefully updated with a shower-over-tub, sleek modern vanity, and contemporary fixtures. Other highlights include luxury vinyl plank flooring, LED lighting, wall heating, and energy-efficient double-pane windows. Enjoy the convenience of 1 dedicated parking space and access to an on-site laundry room with coin-operated machines. Located near Del Norte BART Station, with quick access to freeways, shops, restaurants, and schools—this unit offers both comfort and unbeatable convenience. Rent: $2,250 Security deposit: $2,250 Lease: 1 year Tenant pays for PG&E. Water and garbage fees are included in the rent 3D Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=xp1afjqqbKs |
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Amenities for 6500 Donal Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK |
Services
| Garbage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Not Allowed | Â |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
Cat policy
| Allowed | Â |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
1 pet maximum.
Building details
Property details
| Units | 19 |
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About 6500 Donal Ave
Welcome to your newly remodeled apartment! This stunning 1 bed, 1 bath second-floor unit features a fresh modern touch with a completely remodeled kitchen and bathroom, perfect for comfortable living. Features: - Kitchen: Brand new cabinets, sleek quartz countertops, new electric stove, and refrigerator. - Bathroom: Updated with elegant tile flooring, shower over tub with a custom-tiled enclosure. - Flooring: Luxury vinyl plank floors throughout the unit for a contemporary look and easy maintenance, tile floorings in the kitchen, dining area, and bathroom. - Comfort: Wall heating for cozy winters, along with a fresh coat of interior paint to brighten up your space. The home has vaulted ceilings with open beams. - Laundry: Convenient onsite coin-operated washer and dryer. - Parking: Each unit comes with 1 reserved parking space. - Located just minutes from Del Norte El Cerrito BART Station, this unit offers a perfect commute and easy access to San Pablo Avenue’s shops, restaurants, and schools. - Rent include water and garbage. Tenant pays for their own PG&E and Internet. Rent this move-in-ready gem today and enjoy both comfort and convenience! For showings and questions, please contact Brane at 650-298-1400.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 6500 Donal Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6500 Donal Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
6500 Donal Ave 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.
6500 Donal Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 6500 Donal Ave 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.
6500 Donal Ave 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 6500 Donal Ave 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.
6500 Donal Ave is great for:
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 6500 Donal Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 90 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in El Cerrito
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% lower than 1-bedrooms in El Cerrito.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 6500 Donal Ave to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in El Cerrito.
Median rents as of Jul 26 2025.
El Cerrito
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,174 |
| December 2023 | $2,135 |
| January 2024 | $2,095 |
| February 2024 | $2,000 |
| March 2024 | $2,000 |
| April 2024 | $2,000 |
| May 2024 | $1,905 |
| June 2024 | $2,087 |
| July 2024 | $2,090 |
| August 2024 | $2,095 |
| October 2024 | $2,084 |
| November 2024 | $2,084 |
| December 2024 | $1,930 |
| January 2025 | $1,941 |
| February 2025 | $1,992 |
| March 2025 | $2,002 |
| April 2025 | $2,010 |
| May 2025 | $1,927 |
| June 2025 | $2,085 |
| July 2025 | $2,095 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 6500 Donal Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$74,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,850.
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Schools near 6500 Donal Ave
Fairmont Elementary School
724 kearney st
el cerrito, CA, 94530
K-6Public
B-
Vista Virtual Academy
2625 barnard rd
san pablo, CA, 94806
K-12Public
B+
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Internet available near 6500 Donal Ave
Getting around El Cerrito near 6500 Donal Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 6500 Donal Ave, El Cerrito
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
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
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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