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Highlights

  • Large master bedroom
  • On-site laundry room
  • Large living room
  • Kitchen equipped
  • Updated hardwood floors
  • Local parks

Location

3251 Santa Clara Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA
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Management

Security Pacific Real Estate

Leasing office

(510) 858-6711

Property Overview

The property at 3251 Santa Clara Ave features a large master bedroom, updated hardwood floors, and convenient on-site laundry, making it an appealing option for renters. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.8 and top scores in price, amenities, and location, it balances value and quality effectively. Additionally, its 100th percentile ranking for value per square foot underscores its competitive pricing relative to similar properties in the area.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Santa Clara Ave, 3251 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Santa Clara Ave, 3251 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

  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,280 sqft$3,150 /mo1 unit availableThis Large 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath apartment features; 1. Updated Hardwood Floors 2. Fresh Interior Paint throughout 3. Large Living Room 4. Dine-in Area in The Kitchen 5. Kitchen Equipped with Refrigerator and Dishwasher 6. Large master Bedroom with Double Closet 7. Additional Bedroom include Ceiling lights and Standard Closets 8. Massive Outdoor Patio Overlooking Neighborhood 9. 1 Car Garage Included + Driveway Parking 10. Secured Mailbox 11. Laundry Room On-site 12. Enjoy Local Shopping & Dining in nearby El Cerrito Plaza / BART Station 13. Local Parks and a Short Drive / Ride to Point Isabel 14. Short Drive to I-80 Via Central Ave. 15. Minutes to Costco & Pacific East Mall Rent:$3,150.00 Deposit $3,150.00 - Owner pays for Water & Garbage - Tenant pays for PG&E - NO Pets ***Available Showing Windows*** TUE (1/6) 5:45 PM - 6:15 PM SAT (1/10) 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM 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 Santa Clara Ave, 3251

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatOne Car Garage
Water

Appliances

DishwasherOven
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingOff-Street Parking

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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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HomeApartments in El Cerrito Santa Clara Ave, 3251

This Large 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath apartment features; 1. Updated Hardwood Floors 2. Fresh Interior Paint throughout 3. Large Living Room 4. Dine-in Area in The Kitchen 5. Kitchen Equipped with Refrigerator and Dishwasher 6. Large master Bedroom with Double Closet 7. Additional Bedroom include Ceiling lights and Standard Closets 8. Massive Outdoor Patio Overlooking Neighborhood 9. 1 Car Garage Included + Driveway Parking 10. Secured Mailbox 11. Laundry Room On-site 12. Enjoy Local Shopping & Dining in nearby El Cerrito Plaza / BART Station 13. Local Parks and a Short Drive / Ride to Point Isabel 14. Short Drive to I-80 Via Central Ave. 15. Minutes to Costco & Pacific East Mall Rent:$3,150.00 Deposit $3,150.00 - Owner pays for Water & Garbage - Tenant pays for PG&E - NO Pets ***Available Showing Windows*** TUE (1/6) 5:45 PM - 6:15 PM SAT (1/10) 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM 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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Santa Clara Ave, 3251 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Santa Clara Ave, 3251 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 Santa Clara Ave, 3251
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.
Santa Clara Ave, 3251 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·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.
Santa Clara Ave, 3251 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, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Santa Clara Ave, 3251 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 Santa Clara Ave, 3251 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 Santa Clara Ave, 3251 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 1280 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in El Cerrito

3-bedroom apartments at Santa Clara Ave, 3251 cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
El Cerrito
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cerrito
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,000
March 2024$2,000
April 2024$2,000
May 2024$1,905
June 2024$2,087
July 2024$2,090
August 2024$2,095
October 2024$2,084
November 2024$2,084
December 2024$1,930
January 2025$1,941
February 2025$1,992
March 2025$2,002
April 2025$2,010
May 2025$1,927
June 2025$2,085
July 2025$2,095
September 2025$2,386
October 2025$2,428
November 2025$2,351
December 2025$2,387
January 2026$2,307

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3251 Santa Clara Ave?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$126,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $126,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,150.
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Schools near Santa Clara Ave, 3251

Harding Elementary School

7230 fairmont ave

el cerrito, CA, 94530

K-6Public
B

Vista Virtual Academy

2625 barnard rd

san pablo, CA, 94806

K-12Public
B+
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Getting around El Cerrito near 3251 Santa Clara Ave

Walking

6/10
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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 3251 Santa Clara Ave, El Cerrito

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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