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Highlights

  • Tiled floors
  • Electric washer/dryer hook ups
  • No smoking
  • No storage sheds
  • Gas range, refrigerator
  • New lvp flooring

Location

516 James St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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Management

Backus Properties

Leasing office

(831) 455-2052

Property Overview

James St 516 earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by standout marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers competitive value, high-speed internet, utilities included, and a quiet setting, along with tiled and new LVP flooring, a gas range, refrigerator, and electric washer/dryer hookups.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, James St 516 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, James St 516 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath850 sqft$2,600 /mo1 unit availableRent: $2,600.00 Deposit: $2,600.00 due at lease signing Lease: one-year minimum Non-refundable Application fee: $45 per adult Available: Now Size: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom approx. 850 sq. ft. Restrictions: No smoking allowed inside the house or on property. Yard not to be used for storage of vehicles of any kind. No storage sheds allowed without owner written authorization. Approved applicants are required to show proof of Renter’s insurance, with Backus Properties listed as additional insured, prior to moving in. Appliances: Gas range, refrigerator Description: Cozy cottage located behind main house has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Unit has all new interior paint. Living room with tiled floors and is very bright and cheery. Kitchen has gas range, refrigerator and new Corian counter tops and area for dining. Electric Washer/dryer hook ups located inside bathroom. Bedrooms have new LVP flooring. Extra-large fenced yard with fruit trees. No Smoking. No Pets Tenant paid utilities: Water, garbage, gas & electricity, cable, internet Owner paid utilities: Sewer Directions: John St. to Wood St, left on James St.

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Amenities for James St 516

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Appliances

Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Sewer
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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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About James St 516

HomeApartments in Salinas James St 516

Rent: $2,600.00 Deposit: $2,600.00 due at lease signing Lease: one-year minimum Non-refundable Application fee: $45 per adult Available: Now Size: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom approx. 850 sq. ft. Restrictions: No smoking allowed inside the house or on property. Yard not to be used for storage of vehicles of any kind. No storage sheds allowed without owner written authorization. Approved applicants are required to show proof of Renter’s insurance, with Backus Properties listed as additional insured, prior to moving in. Appliances: Gas range, refrigerator Description: Cozy cottage located behind main house has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Unit has all new interior paint. Living room with tiled floors and is very bright and cheery. Kitchen has gas range, refrigerator and new Corian counter tops and area for dining. Electric Washer/dryer hook ups located inside bathroom. Bedrooms have new LVP flooring. Extra-large fenced yard with fruit trees. No Smoking. No Pets Tenant paid utilities: Water, garbage, gas & electricity, cable, internet Owner paid utilities: Sewer Directions: John St. to Wood St, left on James St.


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, James St 516 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, James St 516 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 James St 516
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.
James St 516 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·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.
James St 516 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, James St 516 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.
James St 516 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 James St 516 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.

James St 516 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

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 James St 516 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 142 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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

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Rent trends in Salinas

2-bedroom apartments at James St 516 cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Salinas.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Salinas
A table of studio rental data trends in Salinas
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,675
July 2024$1,681
August 2024$1,685
September 2024$1,705
October 2024$1,692
November 2024$1,763
December 2024$1,650
January 2025$1,606
February 2025$1,571
March 2025$1,676
April 2025$1,656
May 2025$1,605
June 2025$1,606
July 2025$1,698
August 2025$1,747
September 2025$1,712
October 2025$1,606
November 2025$1,643
December 2025$1,715
January 2026$1,709
February 2026$1,650
March 2026$1,643
April 2026$1,678
May 2026$1,627
June 2026$1,675

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$104,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $104,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,600.
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Schools near James St 516

Sherwood Elementary School

110 s wood st

salinas, CA, 93905

K-6Public
C-

Monterey County Special Education

901 blanco cir

salinas, CA, 93912

K-12Public

Alisal Virtual Academy

1437 del monte ave

salinas, CA, 93905

K-6Public

Salinas City Virtual Academy

1210 tyler st

salinas, CA, 93906

K-6Public
C-

Boronda Elementary School

1114 fontes ln

salinas, CA, 93907

K-6Public
C-
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Getting around Salinas near 516 James St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 516 James St, Salinas

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 516 James St

La Princesa Market
516 E Alisal St
Corner Market
497 E Alisal St
Prime Time Nutrition
17 S Pearl St
La Esperanza Market
490 E Market St
Las Palmas Produce
495 E Market St

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