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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fully equipped kitchens
  • Private patio or balcony
  • Off-street parking
  • Large windows
  • Peaceful setting
  • Spacious layouts

Location

950 Berkshire Rd, Smithfield, NC 27577, USA
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Management

Clay Realty Co LLC

Leasing office

(984) 230-9468

Property Overview

Berkshire Apartments earns a commendable overall rating of 8.6, reflecting its excellent value, amenities, and location, each rated 9 out of 10. This property features fully equipped kitchens and spacious layouts, complemented by off-street parking and large windows in a peaceful setting. Additionally, it is recognized for its pet-friendly environment, making it an appealing choice for renters seeking a high standard of living.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Berkshire Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Berkshire Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Discover Comfort and Convenience at Berkshire Apartments in Smithfield, NC!2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,149 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Berkshire Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Range
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Washer and Dryer Hookups
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Berkshire Apartments

HomeApartments in Smithfield Berkshire Apartments

Berkshire Apartments cost $1,149 per month. Located at 950 Berkshire Rd, Smithfield, NC 27577, USA, Berkshire Apartments has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Smithfield, renting an apartment at Berkshire Apartments is 20% cheaper per month.


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 Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Berkshire Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Berkshire Apartments 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 Berkshire Apartments
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.
Berkshire Apartments 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.
Berkshire Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Berkshire Apartments 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.
Berkshire Apartments 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 Berkshire Apartments 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.

Berkshire Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Berkshire Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Smithfield

2-bedroom apartments at Berkshire Apartments cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Smithfield.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Smithfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Smithfield
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,500
March 2024$1,500
April 2024$1,500
May 2024$1,500
June 2024$1,500
July 2024$1,500
January 2025$1,366
February 2025$1,637
December 2025$1,500
January 2026$1,500

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,149.
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Schools near Berkshire Apartments

South Smithfield Elementary School

201 w sanders st

smithfield, NC, 27577

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Smithfield near 950 Berkshire Rd

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

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 950 Berkshire Rd, Smithfield

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 950 Berkshire Rd

Carlie C's IGA
721 N Brightleaf Blvd
At Mart Food Store
608 Buffalo Rd
Walmart Supercenter
1299 N Brightleaf Blvd
Food Lion
1433 S Pollock St
Whitley Wholesale Grocery
484 W Market St

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