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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Off-street parking
  • All utilities included

Location

157 Central Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
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Management

Coast & Valley Properties, Inc.

Leasing office

(831) 757-1270

Property Overview

157 Central Avenue, Salinas CA 93901 offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.3 out of 10 expert rating supported by excellent price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness scores. It is conveniently located with off-street parking and all utilities included, and the surrounding area is highly walkable with many nearby restaurants and mixed-use spaces.

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, 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 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
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath460 sqft$2,100 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 157 Central Avenue #8 in Salinas! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers comfortable and convenient living near downtown Salinas, shopping, dining, and other local amenities. The unit includes a carport for off-street parking, and all utilities are included in the rent, making monthly expenses simple and predictable. A great opportunity for anyone looking for an affordable, conveniently located home in Salinas. Coast & Valley Properties, Inc. provides housing opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, familial status, handicap, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, military service status, sexual orientation, source of income, age, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law, or any other arbitrary reason. License #01943829

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Amenities for 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901

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About 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901

HomeApartments in Salinas 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901

Welcome to 157 Central Avenue #8 in Salinas! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers comfortable and convenient living near downtown Salinas, shopping, dining, and other local amenities. The unit includes a carport for off-street parking, and all utilities are included in the rent, making monthly expenses simple and predictable. A great opportunity for anyone looking for an affordable, conveniently located home in Salinas. Coast & Valley Properties, Inc. provides housing opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, familial status, handicap, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, military service status, sexual orientation, source of income, age, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law, or any other arbitrary reason. License #01943829


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, 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 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 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901
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.
157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 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.
157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 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.
157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 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 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 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.

157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 109 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 183 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Salinas

1-bedroom apartments at 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Salinas.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Salinas
A table of studio rental data trends in Salinas
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,715
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$1,712
July 2026$1,653
August 2026$1,616

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Can I afford to live at 157 Central Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$84,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near 157 Central Avenue , Salinas CA 93901

Roosevelt Elementary School

120 capitol st

salinas, CA, 93901

K-6Public
C-

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-

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 157 Central Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 157 Central Ave, Salinas

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 157 Central Ave

Chin Brothers Grocery & Liquor
132 N Main St
Smart & Final Extra!
319 E Market St
Santa Cruz Market
19 E Romie Ln
Lucky Supermarkets
1150 S Main St
Corner Market
497 E Alisal St

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