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191 W Beech St, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 831-8713
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The Helm - Affordable Housing

191 W Beech St
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 831-8713
The Helm - Affordable Housing in San Diego, CA - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $1,650Pricing
  • 325–466Square Feet

Rent Specials

Open House -Saturday December 6th- $1,000 move-in special & PAID PARKING FOR 6mo!!!~~We are hosting an open house on the Saturday December 6th from 9am to 4pm, for those who would like to tour our community! Receive $1,000.00 off your first full month’s rent for qualifying applicants. We are also offering to pay parking for 6 months! Come tour our beautiful community!

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About The Helm - Affordable Housing

Welcome to The Helm an affordable community located in San Diego, CA next to little Italy. This apartment community is offering studio apartments for households whose gross earnings are at or below 80% of the area median income. Now Leasing! Section 8 Vouchers Accepted! The Helm. is a Non-Smoking Community The Community offers a place to live, create and thrive in the little Italy area. Also featured are amenities such as: • On-Site Community Manager • Community Room • Lounge • Outdoor terrace • On-site Laundry Facility

The Helm - Affordable Housing is located in the Cortez Neighborhood and 92101 Zip code of San Diego, CA. This community is professionally managed by Solari Enterprises, Inc.

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Helm - Affordable Housing offers Studio apartments starting from $1,650 and having 325–466 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      Studio

      $1,650

      Studio, 1 Bath, 325-466 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,650Available NowStudio325-466 sq ft$1,650

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Balcony
      • Cable Ready
      • Heating
      • Smoke Free
      • Sprinkler System
      • Tub/Shower
      • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Freezer
      • Instant Hot Water
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Quartz Countertops
      • Range
      • Refrigerator
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Living Space

      • Double Pane Windows
      • High Ceilings
      • Large Bedrooms
      • Views
      • Vinyl Flooring
      • Window Coverings

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,650

      Deposit

      • $1,650 deposit
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

    Schedule a Tour

    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (619) 831-8713 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 78 Units
    • 7 Stories
    • Built in 2023

    Income Restrictions At The Helm - Affordable Housing

    Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

    # Persons80% Income Limit
    1$92,640
    2$105,840
    income restriction

    To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Outdoor Terrace

    On-Site Services

    • Property Manager On Site
    • Public Transportation
    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Lounge
    • Multi Use Room
    • Clubhouse

    Outdoor Features

    • Courtyard

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Google Map

    Map

    191 W Beech St, San Diego, CA 92101

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Helm - Affordable Housing

    Where is The Helm - Affordable Housing located?

    The Helm - Affordable Housing is located at 191 W Beech St near the Cortez area of San Diego, CA

    What is the current rent range at The Helm - Affordable Housing?

    Studio at The Helm - Affordable Housing is $1,650. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Helm - Affordable Housing are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at The Helm - Affordable Housing is: Open House -Saturday December 6th- $1,000 move-in special & PAID PARKING FOR 6mo!!!~~We are hosting an open house on the Saturday December 6th from 9am to 4pm, for those who would like to tour our community! Receive $1,000.00 off your first full month’s rent for qualifying applicants. We are also offering to pay parking for 6 months! Come tour our beautiful community!.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Great Value3.8

      The The Helm - Affordable Housing Apartments are 35.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Cortez area, and 30.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Cortez Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,650$2,565-$915-35.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of San Diego

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,650$2,380-$730-30.7%

      Methodology: On 12/06/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 83 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Helm - Affordable Housing (Cortez), and 5636 other apartment communities in San Diego using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 12/06/2025

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    Nearby Schools

    Roosevelt International Middle

    San Diego Unified
    3366 Park Boulevard
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (761 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
    5/10

    Washington Elementary

    San Diego Unified
    1789 State Street
    Public School - Grades K-5 (257 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
    3/10

    San Diego High School

    San Diego Unified
    1405 Park Boulevard
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2105 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    5/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Helm - Affordable Housing.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Timken Museum of Art

    1500 El Prado
    2 minute drive / 0.97 miles away

    Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

    1875 El Prado
    3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Mervyn's

    120 Horton Plaza
    1 minute drive / 0.46 miles away

    Goodwill

    939 16th St
    2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

    Walgreens

    301 University Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    California Western School of Law

    225 Cedar St
    1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

    Thomas Jefferson School of Law

    701 B St, Suite 110
    1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away

    San Diego City College

    1313 Park Boulevard
    1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

    Groceries

    Ralphs

    101 G St
    1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

    Whole Foods

    7th & Market
    1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

    Vons

    450 W University Ave
    4 minute drive / 2.07 miles away

    Hospitals

    Naval Medical Center San Diego

    34800 Bob Wilson Drive
    3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

    Sharp Coronado Hospital And Healthcare Center

    250 Prospect Place
    5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

    Scripps Mercy Hospital

    4077 5th Ave
    4 minute drive / 2.16 miles away

    Military Bases

    San Diego Naval Medical Center

    2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

    San Diego Marine Corps Recruit Depot

    5 minute drive / 2.51 miles away

    North Island Naval Air Station

    5 minute drive / 2.79 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    San Diego Zoo

    2920 Zoo Dr.
    3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

    Old Town State Historic Park

    4002 Wallace St.
    6 minute drive / 3.26 miles away

    Ocean Beach

    1950 Abbott St.
    12 minute drive / 5.71 miles away

    The Helm - Affordable Housing has 5 parks within 11.2 miles, including San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Historic Park, Ocean Beach, Belmont Park, and La Jolla Shores.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Sammy's Woodfired Pizza

    770 Fourth Avenue
    1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

    Waterfront Bar and Grill

    2044 Kettner Blvd.
    2 minute drive / 0.71 miles away

    Red Pearl Kitchen

    440 J St., Suite 108
    2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Horton

    324 Broadway
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    Market & 15th

    665-671 15th St
    2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

    The Headquarters at Seaport

    789 W Harbor Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

    The Helm - Affordable Housing has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

    Transit Stations

    5th Avenue-Orange Line

    551 C St
    1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

    5th Avenue-Blue Line

    551 C St
    1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

    Civic Center-Orange Line

    245 C St
    1 minute drive / 0.27 miles away

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    San Diego Studio Apartments $2,380$974$5,577
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    San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,541$855$10,000+
    San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,645$930$10,000+
    San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,154$850$10,000+
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