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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Remodeled unit
- Flooring
- Beautiful view
- On-site
- Living room
Location
521 Kains Ave, Albany, CA 94706, USA|Albany
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Property Overview
H521 earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, highlighted by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It also offers off-street parking, a remodeled unit, quality flooring, a beautiful view, on-site features, and a living room, while ranking in the 80th percentile for value for money compared with nearby properties.
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
Less expensive- More space
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $2,145 /mo | 1 unit available | Updated top-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit in Albany with bay-area views from both the bedroom and living room! This upper-floor unit offers comfortable, updated living with scenic outlooks. The apartment features updated flooring and carpet plus refreshed fixtures, and is located within the Albany School District. Coin-operated laundry is available on-site, and parking can be rented if needed. 94 Walk Score of 521 Kains Avenue Albany CA 94706 Walker’s Paradise Daily errands do not require a car. 61 Transit Score of 521 Kains Avenue Albany CA 94706 Good Transit Many nearby public transportation options. 97 Bike Score of 521 Kains Avenue Albany CA 94706 Biker’s Paradise Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike. Parking: Extra $100/month Owner Pays: Water and Garbage Required -Renters Insurance* Screening Fee: $50.00 / applicant Needed to Move In: First Month, Security Deposit, Screening Fee |
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Amenities for H521
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Updated Fixtures |
Appliances
| Stove and Fridge |
Building
| Coin Op Laundry On-site | Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Parking Available for Rent | Water & 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.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About H521
Updated top-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit in Albany with bay-area views from both the bedroom and living room! This upper-floor unit offers comfortable, updated living with scenic outlooks. The apartment features updated flooring and carpet plus refreshed fixtures, and is located within the Albany School District. Coin-operated laundry is available on-site, and parking can be rented if needed. 94 Walk Score of 521 Kains Avenue Albany CA 94706 Walker’s Paradise Daily errands do not require a car. 61 Transit Score of 521 Kains Avenue Albany CA 94706 Good Transit Many nearby public transportation options. 97 Bike Score of 521 Kains Avenue Albany CA 94706 Biker’s Paradise Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike. Parking: Extra $100/month Owner Pays: Water and Garbage Required -Renters Insurance* Screening Fee: $50.00 / applicant Needed to Move In: First Month, Security Deposit, Screening Fee
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, H521 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, H521 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.
H521 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.
H521 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including coin op laundry on-site. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, H521 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.
H521 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 H521 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 H521 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 600 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- 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 0.5 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Albany
1-bedroom apartments at H521 cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Albany.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Albany
Albany
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,150 |
| September 2024 | $2,179 |
| October 2024 | $2,033 |
| November 2024 | $2,285 |
| December 2024 | $2,331 |
| January 2025 | $2,179 |
| February 2025 | $2,325 |
| March 2025 | $2,106 |
| April 2025 | $2,073 |
| May 2025 | $1,946 |
| June 2025 | $1,907 |
| July 2025 | $2,168 |
| August 2025 | $2,123 |
| September 2025 | $2,097 |
| October 2025 | $2,129 |
| November 2025 | $2,087 |
| December 2025 | $2,150 |
| January 2026 | $2,193 |
| February 2026 | $2,213 |
| March 2026 | $2,200 |
| April 2026 | $2,106 |
| May 2026 | $2,096 |
| June 2026 | $2,163 |
| July 2026 | $2,486 |
| August 2026 | $2,332 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,150 |
| September 2024 | $2,179 |
| October 2024 | $2,033 |
| November 2024 | $2,280 |
| February 2025 | $2,325 |
| March 2025 | $2,106 |
| April 2025 | $2,000 |
| May 2025 | $1,895 |
| June 2025 | $1,907 |
| July 2025 | $2,250 |
| August 2025 | $2,123 |
| September 2025 | $2,097 |
| October 2025 | $2,129 |
| November 2025 | $2,087 |
| December 2025 | $2,150 |
| January 2026 | $2,180 |
| February 2026 | $2,213 |
| March 2026 | $2,200 |
| April 2026 | $2,100 |
| May 2026 | $2,096 |
| June 2026 | $2,095 |
| July 2026 | $2,514 |
| August 2026 | $2,332 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 521 Kains Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $85,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,145.
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Schools near H521
Cornell Elementary School
920 talbot ave
albany, CA, 94706
K-5Public
A
Ocean View Elementary School
1000 jackson st
albany, CA, 94706
K-5Public
A
Marin Elementary School
1001 santa fe ave
albany, CA, 94706
K-5Public
A+
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
West County Mandarin
1575 mann dr
pinole, CA, 94564
K-6Public
B
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Getting around Albany near 521 Kains Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 521 Kains Ave, Albany
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
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 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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