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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Quartz countertops
  • Central location
  • Walk-in closet
  • Ac transit stops
  • Private balcony or patio

Location

3700 Beacon Ave, Fremont, CA 94538, USA|Central Downtown
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Management

Essex Property Trust, Inc

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Leasing office

(650) 600-0253

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9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Paragon is rated highly across various dimensions, achieving an impressive 9.6 overall score and marking it as an excellent choice for renters. Its notable features include a 24-hour fitness center, quartz countertops, and a central location, while receiving perfect ratings for amenities, location, and quality, all reflecting exceptional living standards. Additionally, the property excels in transparency, represented by high trustworthiness, and is ideal for fitness enthusiasts, remote workers, and pet owners, underscoring its versatility.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Paragon is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1 Bed 1 Bath (A2)1 bed1 bath738 sqft$2,737–$2,877 /mo8 units available
2 Bed 2 Bath (B2)2 bed2 bath1,058 sqft$3,037 /mo1 unit available
2 Bed 2 Bath (B4)2 bed2 bath1,241 sqft$3,469–$3,519 /mo3 units available
2 Bed 2 Bath (B1)2 bed2 bath1,179 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Paragon

Tech

Wireless Internet

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorEV Charging
Fitness CenterRecreation Room
Residents LoungeSmoke-free

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBarbecue Area
Outdoor FireplaceOutdoor Space
Picnic AreaStorage
Swimming Pool

Services

Airbnb Friendly CommunityOn-Site Maintenance

Other

Online Resident Portal
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$75

Cat policy

Allowed 
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$50

Pets must be spayed/neutered.

Required one-time fees

Application Fee$48
Building details

Property details

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About Paragon

HomeApartments in FremontCentral Downtown Paragon

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Located in the heart of Fremont, CA, Paragon apartments offer dynamic living at a central location while fully delivering your sense of “home.” Our pet-friendly apartments are available in spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans and are each finished in chic modern style. Our apartment homes for rent showcase spacious open-concept floor plans accented by quartz countertops, custom lighting, and wood-style floors. Extras like a walk-in closet, in-unit washer and dryer, and a private balcony or patio complete each space. Around our community, experience resort-inspired amenities like our refreshing pool, 24-hour fitness center, and relaxing spa. Our community also has a meeting room, game room, and gated bike storage for your convenience. Paragon is all about location, and here you can rest easy knowing you have daily essentials within easy reach. Just minutes away is the Fremont Hub where you will find an abundance of retail options and, if you are looking for a physical challenge, hiking at Mission Peak is less than 20 minutes away. If you commute to work, you’ll find our location is quite convenient. BART and major interstates 880 and 680 are nearby to quickly whisk you off to the rest of the Bay Area, and if you stay closer to home, AC Transit stops are just outside our community. Wherever you are headed, Paragon will be your ideal starting point and welcoming return retreat. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.


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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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Paragon is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Paragon
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.
Paragon 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·10A 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.
Paragon stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Paragon offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Paragon has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Paragon.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Paragon has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

So far so good. Just moved in here and this is my first apartment in the US. Management is good and apartments are awesome. Gym is also well maintained.

Aniket Kulkarni

Aniket Kulkarni

Jun 02, 2019

It was easy to put in a maintenance request and they responded pretty fast. Maintenance crew was really nice and friendly.

Thanh Cao

Thanh Cao

Jan 28, 2025

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Paragon is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 7 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 15 health/wellness centers 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 Paragon compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 145 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Central Downtown

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% higher than 1-bedrooms in Central Downtown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Paragon to be 8% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Central Downtown.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Central Downtown
Fremont
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Fremont
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,327
November 2023$2,356
December 2023$2,354
January 2024$2,360
February 2024$2,357
March 2024$2,348
April 2024$2,334
May 2024$2,399
June 2024$2,396
July 2024$2,387
August 2024$2,401
September 2024$2,435
October 2024$2,396
November 2024$2,318
December 2024$2,320
January 2025$2,351
February 2025$2,388
March 2025$2,393
April 2025$2,482
May 2025$2,475
June 2025$2,474
July 2025$2,515
August 2025$2,495
September 2025$2,459
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Central Downtown
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,378
November 2023$2,419
December 2023$2,471
January 2024$2,472
February 2024$2,625
March 2024$2,546
April 2024$2,472
May 2024$2,575
June 2024$2,585
July 2024$2,624
August 2024$2,536
September 2024$2,503
October 2024$2,632
November 2024$2,474
December 2024$2,501
January 2025$2,553
February 2025$2,625
March 2025$2,554
April 2025$2,595
May 2025$2,553
June 2025$2,602
July 2025$2,640
August 2025$2,606
September 2025$2,609

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$109,480/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $109,480 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,737.
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Schools near Paragon

Brier Elementary School

39201 sundale dr

fremont, CA, 94538

K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Fremont near 3700 Beacon Ave

Walking

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

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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 3700 Beacon Ave, Fremont

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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