
Studio Apartments for Rent near Balboa, CA (8 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balboa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Balboa Studio Apartments | $2,179 | $1,628 | $3,318 |
| Balboa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,563 | $1,750 | $8,345 |
| Balboa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,574 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,849 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Balboa and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Balboa, CA is found at Newport Bluffs Apartment Village in the UC Irvine neighborhood and is 549 square feet priced from $2,895. Park Newport has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 513 square feet and currently listed start at $2,445. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Balboa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Bluffs Apartment Village | Residencia - Plan 1 | 549 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Park Newport | Wedge Renovated | 513 Sq Ft | $2,445 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Harbor (E1B-N) | 460 Sq Ft | $2,225 |
Cheapest Available Balboa and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of August 22, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Balboa, CA is the Studio 456 Model starting from $1,628 at Mesa Vista Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood. The second most affordable Balboa Studio is the Balboa (E1A-N) Model at Eight 80 Newport Beach starting at $1,975 in the Upper Newport Bay neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Balboa is currently $2,179. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Balboa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mesa Vista Apartments | Studio 456 | $1,628 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,975 |
| Park Newport | Wedge | $2,445 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Balboa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Balboa with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Balboa is at Mesa Vista Apartments listed at $1,628.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Balboa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Balboa is $2,179.
What is the largest available Studio Balboa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Balboa is a 549 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at Newport Bluffs Apartment Village.
What is the average size for Balboa Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Balboa is currently 427 sq ft.
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