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Highlights

  • Walk-in closet
  • Covered parking
  • Smoke-free apartments
  • Business center
  • Range / oven
  • Living room

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 is rated highly across various important criteria, with a Zumper expert rating of 7.5 and a price rating of 7, indicating a strong balance of value and affordability. The property excels in amenities, scored at 8, and boasts a prime location with a rating of 9, offering excellent access to key points of interest. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating of 8 reflects the property's commitment to transparency and providing a clear understanding of its features, further enhancing its appeal to potential renters.

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

7.5
Very Good
2516 Piedmont Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath716 sqft$3,400 /mo1 unit availableHuge one-bedroom with Living Room./1BA Apartment - Berkeley 2516 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 $3400/mo KEY FEATURES Bedrooms: Huge One Bedroom with living room to move in NOW Bathrooms: 1 Bath Parking: 1 Lease Duration: 1 Year (See Details Below) Deposit: $3400 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.

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Policies and fees

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Applicants

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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Property details

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HomeApartments in BerkeleyElmwood 2516 Piedmont Ave

Huge one-bedroom with Living Room./1BA Apartment - Berkeley 2516 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 $3400/mo KEY FEATURES Bedrooms: Huge One Bedroom with living room to move in NOW Bathrooms: 1 Bath Parking: 1 Lease Duration: 1 Year (See Details Below) Deposit: $3400 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.


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.
7.5
/10
Very Good
2516 Piedmont Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 2516 Piedmont Ave
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 2516 Piedmont Ave has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 157 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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 at 2516 Piedmont Ave cost about 56% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Elmwood.

Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Elmwood
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,995
April 2024$1,966
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$1,883
A table of studio rental data trends in Elmwood
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,033
April 2024$2,040
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$136,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $136,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,400.
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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

Explore the area around 2516 Piedmont Ave

Derby Food Center
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Berkeley Student Food Collective
2440 Bancroft Way
Berkeley Organic Market & Deli
2642 Ashby Ave
Holy Land Olive Oil
20930 Domingo Ave 122
Star Grocery
3068 Claremont Ave

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