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301 Willard Ave, Richmond, CA 94801, USA|Shields-Reid
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Property Overview
Willard Ave - 301 earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness. It offers solid value for money and value per square foot, while also providing convenient access to nearby transportation and grocery options.
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
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 853 sqft | $2,100–$2,300 /mo | 2 units available | Located at the Corner of Fred Jackson Way and Willard Ave., this 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Apartment features; 1. Secured Front Yard and Entry to Home 2. Brand New LVP Flooring Throughout 3. Fresh Interior Paint throughout 4. Spacious Living Room 4. Updated Kitchen with Quartz Countertops and Stainless-Steel Appliances 5. Updated Bathroom with New Vanity & Custom Tiled Shower Surround 6. Bedrooms Equipped with Ceiling Lights and Standard Closets 7. Dual Pane Windows throughout home + New Blinds in All Windows 8. 1-Car Detached Garage Available for Tenants 9. AC Transit Lines Nearby - [76] to Richmond BART 10. Local Parks and Biking Trails Nearby 11. Short Drive to Richmond Pkwy via Gertrude Ave. Nearby Schools: Verde-K-8 Helms Middle School Richmond High School Rent: $ 2,300.00 / month Deposit: $2,300.00 ~ NO pets ~ Owner Pays or Garbage and Water ~ Tenant pays for Gas & Electric ***Open House Windows*** SAT (8/15) 10:00 - 10:30 AM Please RSVP to one of the Available showing windows, or to schedule an individual appointment, please contact Ben Johnson @ 510-680-3026 or email **** Not what you're looking for? Please visit www spre com our-rentals today! |
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Amenities for Willard Ave - 301
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Appliances
| Oven | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| One Car Detached Garage |
Services
| Garbage |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
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About Willard Ave - 301
Located at the Corner of Fred Jackson Way and Willard Ave., this 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Apartment features; 1. Secured Front Yard and Entry to Home 2. Brand New LVP Flooring Throughout 3. Fresh Interior Paint throughout 4. Spacious Living Room 4. Updated Kitchen with Quartz Countertops and Stainless-Steel Appliances 5. Updated Bathroom with New Vanity & Custom Tiled Shower Surround 6. Bedrooms Equipped with Ceiling Lights and Standard Closets 7. Dual Pane Windows throughout home + New Blinds in All Windows 8. 1-Car Detached Garage Available for Tenants 9. AC Transit Lines Nearby - [76] to Richmond BART 10. Local Parks and Biking Trails Nearby 11. Short Drive to Richmond Pkwy via Gertrude Ave. Nearby Schools: Verde-K-8 Helms Middle School Richmond High School Rent: $ 2,300.00 / month Deposit: $2,300.00 ~ NO pets ~ Owner Pays or Garbage and Water ~ Tenant pays for Gas & Electric ***Open House Windows*** SAT (8/15) 10:00 - 10:30 AM Please RSVP to one of the Available showing windows, or to schedule an individual appointment, please contact Ben Johnson @ 510-680-3026 or email **** Not what you're looking for? Please visit www spre com our-rentals today!
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, Willard Ave - 301 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willard Ave - 301 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.
Willard Ave - 301 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.
Willard Ave - 301 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, Willard Ave - 301 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.
Willard Ave - 301 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 Willard Ave - 301 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 Willard Ave - 301 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 853 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Shields-Reid
2-bedroom apartments at Willard Ave - 301 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Richmond.
Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Richmond
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,600 |
| September 2024 | $1,744 |
| October 2024 | $1,646 |
| November 2024 | $1,613 |
| December 2024 | $1,523 |
| January 2025 | $1,505 |
| February 2025 | $1,537 |
| March 2025 | $1,734 |
| April 2025 | $1,806 |
| May 2025 | $1,654 |
| June 2025 | $1,563 |
| July 2025 | $1,565 |
| August 2025 | $1,573 |
| September 2025 | $1,588 |
| October 2025 | $1,650 |
| November 2025 | $1,939 |
| December 2025 | $1,989 |
| January 2026 | $2,121 |
| February 2026 | $2,008 |
| March 2026 | $1,632 |
| April 2026 | $1,669 |
| May 2026 | $1,429 |
| June 2026 | $1,394 |
| July 2026 | $1,380 |
| August 2026 | $1,396 |
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Can I afford to live at 301 Willard Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$84,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near Willard Ave - 301
Verde Elementary School
2000 giaramita st
richmond, CA, 94801
K-8Public
C-
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+
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
Cove
330 golden hind passage
corte madera, CA, 94925
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Richmond near 301 Willard Ave
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 301 Willard Ave, Richmond
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within a short drive
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