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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ceiling fans
  • Spacious living room
  • Large window
  • Stackable washer / dryer unit
  • Small outdoor patio space

Location

5300 School St, El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA
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Management

Security Pacific Real Estate

Leasing office

(510) 858-6711

Property Overview

The property at School St, 5300 receives a solid Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, supported by its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, rated 10 out of 10. Its prime location, with proximity to top-rated schools and various conveniences, enhances the overall appeal, achieving a location rating of 9. Additionally, it ranks in the 92.86 percentile for value, showcasing its strong position in the market. Notable features include modern stainless steel appliances, spacious living areas, and small outdoor patio space.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, School St, 5300 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, School St, 5300 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath751 sqft$1,995 /mo2 units availableThis 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Upstairs Apartment Near Del Norte BART Station features; 1. Beautiful Updated LVP Flooring + Tiled Kitchen & Bathroom Floors 2. Fresh Interior Paint throughout Unit 3. Spacious Living Room with Large Window + Wall Heater 4. Kitchen Is Equipped with Stainless Steel Appliances 5. Stackable Washer / Dryer Unit Included 6. Tub Conversion with Glass Sliding Doors in Bathroom 7. Equally Sized Bedrooms with Mirrored Closet Doors + Ceiling Fans 8. Small Outdoor Patio Space Available for Tenant Use 9. One Assigned Off-Street Parking Stall w/ Cover 10. Short Drive to I-80 W connecting ramp 11. Less than 5 Minutes Drive to Del Norte BART & Transit Station 12. Grocery Stores and Local Dining Within 5 Minutes of property 13. Enjoy the Outdoors at the nearby Booker T. Anderson Park Rent: $1,995.00 / month Deposit: $1,995.00 - Owner pays Garbage - Tenant pays Water & PG&E - NO Pets ***Available Showing Windows*** SAT (3/21) 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM FRI (3/27) 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Please RSVP to one of the available showing windows, or to schedule an individual appointment, please contact Ben Johnson @ 510-680-3026 or email **** Not what you're looking for? Please visit www spre com our-rentals today!54jb

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Amenities for School St, 5300

Apartment Amenities

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Appliances

In-Unit LaundryOven
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
Stove/OvenWasher and Dryer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

Garbage
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Policies and fees

Applicants

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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Building details

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HomeApartments in El Cerrito School St, 5300

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Upstairs Apartment Near Del Norte BART Station features; 1. Beautiful Updated LVP Flooring + Tiled Kitchen & Bathroom Floors 2. Fresh Interior Paint throughout Unit 3. Spacious Living Room with Large Window + Wall Heater 4. Kitchen Is Equipped with Stainless Steel Appliances 5. Stackable Washer / Dryer Unit Included 6. Tub Conversion with Glass Sliding Doors in Bathroom 7. Equally Sized Bedrooms with Mirrored Closet Doors + Ceiling Fans 8. Small Outdoor Patio Space Available for Tenant Use 9. One Assigned Off-Street Parking Stall w/ Cover 10. Short Drive to I-80 W connecting ramp 11. Less than 5 Minutes Drive to Del Norte BART & Transit Station 12. Grocery Stores and Local Dining Within 5 Minutes of property 13. Enjoy the Outdoors at the nearby Booker T. Anderson Park Rent: $1,995.00 / month Deposit: $1,995.00 - Owner pays Garbage - Tenant pays Water & PG&E - NO Pets ***Available Showing Windows*** SAT (3/21) 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM FRI (3/27) 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Please RSVP to one of the available showing windows, or to schedule an individual appointment, please contact Ben Johnson @ 510-680-3026 or email **** Not what you're looking for? Please visit www spre com our-rentals today!54jb


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, School St, 5300 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, School St, 5300 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated School St, 5300
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, School St, 5300 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
School St, 5300 stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
School St, 5300 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 School St, 5300 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 School St, 5300 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in El Cerrito

2-bedroom apartments at School St, 5300 cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
El Cerrito
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cerrito
MonthMedian Rent
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
September 2025$2,386
October 2025$2,428
November 2025$2,351
December 2025$2,387
January 2026$2,262
February 2026$2,190
March 2026$2,098

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$79,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,995.
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Schools near School St, 5300

Stege Elementary School

4949 cypress ave

richmond, CA, 94804

K-6Public
C-

Balboa Children's Center

1001 s 57th st

richmond, CA, 94804

PKPublic

West County Mandarin

1575 mann dr

pinole, CA, 94564

K-6Public
B

Vista Virtual Academy

2625 barnard rd

san pablo, CA, 94806

K-12Public
B+

Cove

330 golden hind passage

corte madera, CA, 94925

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around El Cerrito near 5300 School St

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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5300 School St, El Cerrito

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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