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Highlights

  • Ample closet space
  • Laundry on-site
  • Outdoor spaces
  • Large living/dining area
  • Spacious 3 bedroom apartment
  • Open and comfortable kitchen

Location

5550 Central Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA
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Management

Oak Tree Property Group, Inc

Leasing office

(510) 470-9227

Property Overview

5550 Central Ave offers a spacious three-bedroom layout with ample closet space, an open kitchen, large living/dining area, on-site laundry, and outdoor spaces, creating a comfortable everyday living experience. With an expert rating of 8.4/10, excellent value for money (including a 10/10 price rating and strong value-per-square-foot), and a 9/10 location near a highly rated high school and key conveniences, it stands out as a compelling, well-documented option for renters.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5550 Central Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5550 Central Ave 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
  • High school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2/12 bed1 bath724 sqft$2,295 /mo1 unit availableVirtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=AovRYvUQVCe Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment!*Laundry on-site* • 2 Bedrooms • 1 bathroom • Large living/dining area • Open and comfortable kitchen • Great natural lighting • Ample closet space • Bathtub • Laundry on-site - Well-located with easy access to shopping, dining, and outdoor spaces. Just minutes from El Cerrito Plaza, offering a variety of stores, cafés, and everyday conveniences. - Close to Central Park, a great spot for walking, relaxing, and outdoor activities. - The property also enjoys quick access to major routes like Interstate 80, making commuting to nearby cities like Berkeley and Oakland simple and convenient. ** A great balance of accessibility, shopping, and outdoor living. ** *Laundry on-site *Parking 1 year lease ---Requirements:--- * 650 approx Credit Score * 2.5x Income/rent **As property owners or managers, we do not discriminate in the rental of property based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, or national origin.** **Pricing and leasing incentives are subject to daily change based on market conditions and availability.** Check out our other listings: https www oaktreepropertygroup com vacancies

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Amenities for 5550 Central Ave

Appliances

Refrigerator and Stove

Building

Onsite Laundry

Services

Water and Garbage
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Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=AovRYvUQVCe Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment!*Laundry on-site* • 2 Bedrooms • 1 bathroom • Large living/dining area • Open and comfortable kitchen • Great natural lighting • Ample closet space • Bathtub • Laundry on-site - Well-located with easy access to shopping, dining, and outdoor spaces. Just minutes from El Cerrito Plaza, offering a variety of stores, cafés, and everyday conveniences. - Close to Central Park, a great spot for walking, relaxing, and outdoor activities. - The property also enjoys quick access to major routes like Interstate 80, making commuting to nearby cities like Berkeley and Oakland simple and convenient. ** A great balance of accessibility, shopping, and outdoor living. ** *Laundry on-site *Parking 1 year lease ---Requirements:--- * 650 approx Credit Score * 2.5x Income/rent **As property owners or managers, we do not discriminate in the rental of property based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, or national origin.** **Pricing and leasing incentives are subject to daily change based on market conditions and availability.** Check out our other listings: https www oaktreepropertygroup com vacancies


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5550 Central Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5550 Central Ave 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 5550 Central Ave
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.
5550 Central Ave 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5550 Central Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5550 Central Ave 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 5550 Central Ave 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 5550 Central Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 1129 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in El Cerrito

2-bedroom apartments at 5550 Central Ave cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
El Cerrito
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cerrito
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,141
April 2026$2,197
May 2026$2,175

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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

$91,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Schools near 5550 Central Ave

Harding Elementary School

7230 fairmont ave

el cerrito, CA, 94530

K-6Public
B

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+

Canyon Elementary School

187 pinehurst rd

canyon, CA, 94516

K-8Public
A
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Getting around El Cerrito near 5550 Central Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
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

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5550 Central Ave, El Cerrito

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of 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

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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