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Highlights
- Breakfast bar
- Eat-in kitchen
- No smoking
- New flooring
- New countertops
- Coin operated laundry
Location
510 Central Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
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Property Overview
Central Ave 510 achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, reflecting its strong overall value for renters, coupled with a perfect price rating of 10. The property features a range of amenities such as a breakfast bar, new flooring, and coin-operated laundry, and is excellently situated with a 9 out of 10 location rating, ensuring convenient access to transportation, schools, and grocery stores. The trustworthiness rating of 8 further underscores the clear and detailed representation of the property.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 770 sqft | $2,250 /mo | 1 unit available | Rent: $2,250.00 Deposit: $2,250.00 must be paid in full at lease signing Lease: one year Non-refundable Application fee: $45.00 per adult Avail: Now Size: Two bedrooms, One bath, approximately 770 sq. ft. Special terms: No pets allowed. While we are a no-pets property, we gladly accommodate assistance animals in compliance with fair housing laws. No smoking in unit or complex. Tenant insurance, with Backus Properties listed as additional insured, is required prior to move in. Appliances: Refrigerator and gas stove Description: Nice two-bedroom upstairs unit. There is new paint and flooring throughout the unit. Eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, new countertops and sink. Good size bedrooms. Close to Central Park, schools and short distance to downtown Salinas. Coin operated laundry on site. Mailbox #7 Tenant paid utilities: gas & electric and phone Owner paid utilities: Water & Sewer Directions: next to Central park behind Hartnell College |
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Amenities for Central Ave 510
Apartment Amenities
| Utilities Included | Water |
Appliances
| Gas Stove with Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Coin Operated Laundry On Site | Onsite Laundry |
| Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About Central Ave 510
Rent: $2,250.00 Deposit: $2,250.00 must be paid in full at lease signing Lease: one year Non-refundable Application fee: $45.00 per adult Avail: Now Size: Two bedrooms, One bath, approximately 770 sq. ft. Special terms: No pets allowed. While we are a no-pets property, we gladly accommodate assistance animals in compliance with fair housing laws. No smoking in unit or complex. Tenant insurance, with Backus Properties listed as additional insured, is required prior to move in. Appliances: Refrigerator and gas stove Description: Nice two-bedroom upstairs unit. There is new paint and flooring throughout the unit. Eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, new countertops and sink. Good size bedrooms. Close to Central Park, schools and short distance to downtown Salinas. Coin operated laundry on site. Mailbox #7 Tenant paid utilities: gas & electric and phone Owner paid utilities: Water & Sewer Directions: next to Central park behind Hartnell College
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Central Ave 510 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Central Ave 510 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Central Ave 510 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.
Central Ave 510 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including coin operated laundry on site. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Central Ave 510 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.
Central Ave 510 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 Central Ave 510 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.
Central Ave 510 is great for:
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 Central Ave 510 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 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 Central Ave 510 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Salinas.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Salinas
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,571 |
| April 2024 | $1,494 |
| May 2024 | $1,672 |
| June 2024 | $1,682 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 510 Central Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$90,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Schools near Central Ave 510
Roosevelt Elementary School
120 capitol st
salinas, CA, 93901
K-6Public
C-
Boronda Elementary School
1114 fontes ln
salinas, CA, 93907
K-6Public
C-
Salinas City Virtual Academy
1210 tyler st
salinas, CA, 93906
K-6Public
C-
Monterey County Special Education
901 blanco cir
salinas, CA, 93912
K-12Public
Graves Elementary School
15 mcfadden rd
salinas, CA, 93908
K-8Public
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Salinas near 510 Central Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 510 Central Ave, Salinas
Groceries
4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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