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Highlights

  • Walk-in closet
  • Smoke-free apartments
  • Covered parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Business center
  • Cable-ready

Location

2516 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Elmwood
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Management

Landis Family LLC

Leasing office

(510) 841-3531

Property Overview

2516 Piedmont Ave features an impressive overall Zumper rating of 8.1, indicating its strong appeal to renters. With a competitive price rating of 9, it reflects an excellent balance between cost and amenities, including a walk-in closet, covered parking, and a business center. Additionally, its prime location earns a 9 rating due to proximity to top-rated schools and essential services, while a trustworthiness rating of 8 highlights the property’s transparency and quality management.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 2516 Piedmont Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2516 Piedmont 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath517+ sqft$3,100–$3,500 /mo3 units availableHuge one-bedroom with Living Room./1BA Apartment - Berkeley 2516 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 $3500/mo KEY FEATURES Bedrooms: Huge one-bedroom with a living room to move in June Bathrooms: 1 Bath Parking: 1 Lease Duration: 1 Year (See Details Below) Deposit: $3500.00 Pets Policy: No Pets Allowed Laundry: Shared Property Type: Apartment DESCRIPTION * Walk to campus, * Coffee shops, * Grocery, * Elmwood shops, * Near Clark Kerr campus. RENTAL FEATURES Living room Dining room Walk-in closet Range / Oven Refrigerator Cable-ready COMMUNITY FEATURES Business center Covered parking LEASE TERMS * Lease term 12months. * Landlord pays for water &garbage * Sorry, No pets are allowed. *Move-in date: Now or June *Max.Occu: 2 *Smoking: Smoke-free apartments. * Floor: Wood flooring is used in all rooms. OPEN HOUSE: Please call us to schedule a viewing. Equal Housing Opportunity Pricing may include current specials and is subject to change without notice. NOTE: If you contact us by email, please include your phone number.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath728+ sqft$3,105–$4,145 /mo3 units availableSpacious three-bedroom without a living room available for rent June 1st *** Summary: *We pay for water and garbage *Full Kitchen/Full Bath *On-site property manager *Wonderful neighborhood *We have parking for tenants, please. inquire) *Unit #: 2514 Piedmont Ave *Bedrooms: 3 no living room. *Bathrooms: 1 *Living Room: This can be converted to a bedroom *Monthly Rent:414500 *Deposit:4145.00 *Lease Terms: 12 Months *Pets or animals: No *Laundry: Coin-operated laundry shared *Total Units: 18 in building. *Max. Occu: 4

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One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 2516 Piedmont Ave

HomeApartments in BerkeleyElmwood 2516 Piedmont Ave

Huge one-bedroom with Living Room./1BA Apartment - Berkeley 2516 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 $3500/mo KEY FEATURES Bedrooms: Huge one-bedroom with a living room to move in June Bathrooms: 1 Bath Parking: 1 Lease Duration: 1 Year (See Details Below) Deposit: $3500.00 Pets Policy: No Pets Allowed Laundry: Shared Property Type: Apartment DESCRIPTION * Walk to campus, * Coffee shops, * Grocery, * Elmwood shops, * Near Clark Kerr campus. RENTAL FEATURES Living room Dining room Walk-in closet Range / Oven Refrigerator Cable-ready COMMUNITY FEATURES Business center Covered parking LEASE TERMS * Lease term 12months. * Landlord pays for water &garbage * Sorry, No pets are allowed. *Move-in date: Now or June *Max.Occu: 2 *Smoking: Smoke-free apartments. * Floor: Wood flooring is used in all rooms. OPEN HOUSE: Please call us to schedule a viewing. Equal Housing Opportunity Pricing may include current specials and is subject to change without notice. NOTE: If you contact us by email, please include your phone number.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 2516 Piedmont Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2516 Piedmont 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.
How we rated 2516 Piedmont Ave
Price·9A 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.
2516 Piedmont Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 2516 Piedmont Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2516 Piedmont 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 2516 Piedmont 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.

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 2516 Piedmont Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 345 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 202 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Elmwood

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 41% higher than 1-bedrooms in Elmwood.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2516 Piedmont Ave to be 3% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Elmwood.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Elmwood
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,956
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Elmwood
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,021
May 2024$1,899
June 2024$1,881
July 2024$1,715
March 2025$1,994
April 2025$1,837
May 2025$1,849
June 2025$1,798
February 2026$1,980
March 2026$1,895

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$124,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $124,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,100.
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Schools near 2516 Piedmont Ave

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-

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

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

1645 milvia st

berkeley, CA, 94709

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

Elmwood | Berkeley, CA

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

Getting around Berkeley near 2516 Piedmont Ave

Walking

7/10
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 2516 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-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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