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Highlights

  • Updated interiors
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Modern living experience
  • Onsite pool
  • Carport parking
  • Recently renovated buildings

Location

230 E Alvin Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
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Management

Corral de Tierra Realty, Inc.

Leasing office

(831) 443-1776

Property Overview

Northpoint Apartments offers a strong overall option for renters, with an 8.5 expert rating supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores, plus a solid trustworthiness rating. Updated interiors, recently renovated buildings, an onsite pool, laundry facilities, and carport parking contribute to a modern living experience, while nearby dining, walkability, and public spaces make it a good fit for an active social lifestyle.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Northpoint Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northpoint Apartments 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Northpoint 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2 bed1 bath735 sqft$2,650 /mo1 unit availableRemodeled downstairs 2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom unit featuring a complete remodel with new kitchen and bathroom, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, a private fenced patio area, covered carport parking, convenient location close to shopping and schools! Owner pays water, sewer, and garbage. Renters insurance is required. Applications to be submitted at: corraldetierrarealty.com; applications to be submitted for all occupants 18+. Contact Corral de Tierra Realty for more information, listings other than Corral de Tierra Realty are fraudulent. - Equal Housing Provider - All images, floor plans, and renderings are provided for marketing purposes only and may not reflect the actual apartment unit available. Availability, pricing, and features are subject to change without notice.

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Amenities for Northpoint Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Covered CarportSwimming Pool

Services

Garbage
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About Northpoint Apartments

HomeApartments in Salinas Northpoint Apartments

Discover comfortable living at Northpoint Apartments in Salinas, CA! Ideally located near all essential amenities like shopping, dining, and public transportation, Northpoint offers the perfect blend of convenience and relaxation. Our recently renovated buildings feature updated interiors for a modern living experience. Enjoy the added perks of an onsite pool, perfect for unwinding on warm days, along with convenient onsite laundry facilities and carport parking. Whether you're looking for a place to relax or stay connected to everything you need, Northpoint Apartments is the ideal choice for your next home in Salinas! SPECIAL TO NORTHPOINT: Simplified living with Water, Sewer, and Garbage already included in the advertised rent. Covered carport parking provided at no extra cost. No surprise or junk fees—just straightforward pricing.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Northpoint Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northpoint Apartments 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 Northpoint Apartments
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.
Northpoint Apartments 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.
Northpoint Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including covered carport. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Northpoint Apartments 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.
Northpoint Apartments 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 Northpoint Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Northpoint Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Northpoint Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 105 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 Northpoint Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
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 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Salinas

2-bedroom apartments at Northpoint Apartments cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Salinas.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Salinas
A table of studio rental data trends in Salinas
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,675
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
March 2026$1,643
April 2026$1,678
May 2026$1,627
June 2026$1,712
July 2026$1,653
August 2026$1,561

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Can I afford to live at 230 E Alvin Dr?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$106,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Schools near Northpoint Apartments

Natividad Elementary School

1465 modoc ave

salinas, CA, 93906

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-

Graves Elementary School

15 mcfadden rd

salinas, CA, 93908

K-8Public

Alisal Virtual Academy

1437 del monte ave

salinas, CA, 93905

K-6Public
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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 230 E Alvin Dr

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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 230 E Alvin Dr, Salinas

Groceries

8/10
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

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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