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Highlights
- No laundry on-site
- Street parking only
- Hardwood floors in kitchen and living room
Location
512 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
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Property Overview
512 Central Ave features hardwood floors and street parking, enhancing its charm. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.6, the property excels in amenities and location, offering high convenience and quality living. Priced competitively, it ranks in the 89th percentile for value, providing renters with an attractive combination of affordability and desirable features.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,800 /mo | 1 unit available | This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers a bright and inviting living space in a convenient Alameda location. The spacious living room features beautiful hardwood flooring and a decorative fireplace that adds warmth and character. The updated kitchen includes oak cabinetry, a gas range, and hardwood floors. The large bedroom features wall-to-wall carpeting and an oversized closet for ample storage. The bathroom has been tastefully updated for modern comfort. Enjoy easy access to Webster Street shops, Alameda Landing Shopping Center, local restaurants, public transportation, and the Posey Tube to Oakland and nearby freeways. Features - Updated kitchen with oak cabinetry - Gas range and oven - Hardwood floors in kitchen and living room - Large bedroom with wall-to-wall carpeting and generous closet space - Decorative fireplace in living room Rental Terms - Tenant pays for electricity and gas - Water and garbage included in rent - 1-year lease term - Street parking only (no on-site parking) - No laundry on-site (laundromat located a few blocks away) |
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Amenities for 512 Central Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Services
| Garbage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Building details
Property details
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About 512 Central Ave
This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers a bright and inviting living space in a convenient Alameda location. The spacious living room features beautiful hardwood flooring and a decorative fireplace that adds warmth and character. The updated kitchen includes oak cabinetry, a gas range, and hardwood floors. The large bedroom features wall-to-wall carpeting and an oversized closet for ample storage. The bathroom has been tastefully updated for modern comfort. Enjoy easy access to Webster Street shops, Alameda Landing Shopping Center, local restaurants, public transportation, and the Posey Tube to Oakland and nearby freeways. Features - Updated kitchen with oak cabinetry - Gas range and oven - Hardwood floors in kitchen and living room - Large bedroom with wall-to-wall carpeting and generous closet space - Decorative fireplace in living room Rental Terms - Tenant pays for electricity and gas - Water and garbage included in rent - 1-year lease term - Street parking only (no on-site parking) - No laundry on-site (laundromat located a few blocks away)
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, 512 Central Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 512 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.
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.
512 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·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.
512 Central Ave 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, 512 Central Ave 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.
512 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 512 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 512 Central Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 84 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Alameda
1-bedroom apartments at 512 Central Ave cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Alameda.
Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Alameda
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,663 |
| December 2023 | $1,928 |
| January 2024 | $1,950 |
| February 2024 | $1,900 |
| March 2024 | $1,797 |
| April 2024 | $1,833 |
| May 2024 | $1,825 |
| June 2024 | $1,814 |
| July 2024 | $1,853 |
| August 2024 | $1,798 |
| September 2024 | $1,845 |
| October 2024 | $1,846 |
| November 2024 | $1,877 |
| December 2024 | $2,109 |
| January 2025 | $2,067 |
| February 2025 | $1,992 |
| March 2025 | $1,829 |
| April 2025 | $1,725 |
| May 2025 | $1,734 |
| June 2025 | $1,764 |
| July 2025 | $1,700 |
| August 2025 | $1,763 |
| September 2025 | $1,868 |
| October 2025 | $1,771 |
| November 2025 | $1,750 |
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Can I afford to live at 512 Central Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$72,000/yr
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Schools near 512 Central Ave
William G. Paden Elementary School
444 central ave
alameda, CA, 94501
K-5Public
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Internet available near 512 Central Ave
Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Alameda near 512 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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 512 Central Ave, Alameda
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 512 Central Ave
Bonfare Market
650 Central Ave
Aljazeera Market
1525 Webster St
Aria Supermarket
1537 Webster St
Grocery Outlet
730 Buena Vista Ave
Lucky Supermarkets
815 Marina Village Pkwy
Pottery Barn Warehouse Outlet
1680 Viking St
Prestg Shop
1201 Lincoln Ave
PRSTG Boutique LLC
1201A Lincoln Ave
Elegant Cleaners
1208 Lincoln Ave
Target
2700 5th St
Lee's Donuts
660 Central Ave
Tetrahedron Coffee LLC
463 Haight Ave
Donut Petit
711 Santa Clara Ave
Signal Coffee Roasters
1536 Webster St
Peet's Coffee
1901 Webster St
1400 Bar & Grill
1400 Webster St
Fireside Lounge
1453 Webster St
Wally's Corner
1600 Webster St
Forbidden Island
1304 Lincoln Ave
Midtown Lounge
1403 Encinal Ave
Doodlecakes
647 Central Ave
Whisk Cake Creations
1930 Main St
Crust Baking
1101 Pacific Ave
Candicake
151 W Seaplane Lagoon
Bakes By Eileen
Longfellow Park
Woodstock Park
Alameda Park
Crown Beach
Neptune Park
Neptune's
630 Central Ave
Top Up Bubble Tea Shop
650 Central Ave
Rang Dong Restaurant
660 Central Ave
Domenicos Italian Deli
1407 Webster St
1400 Bar & Grill
1400 Webster St
Webster Street / Central Avenue
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Central Avenue / Webster Street
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Webster Street / Santa Clara Avenue
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Santa Clara Avenue / Webster Street
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Webster Street / Santa Clara Avenue
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Oakland Jack London
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Oakland Coliseum
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22nd Street
Caltrain
22nd Street
Caltrain
Lake Merritt
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West Oakland
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