Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Balboa Island Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA from $1,300 (14 Rentals)

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Seaview Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seaview Plaza

2800 Pacific View DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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404 E Balboa Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

404 E Balboa Blvd

404 E Balboa BlvdNewport Beach, CA 92661
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The Moana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Moana

711 Lido Park DrNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Bedford Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bedford Apartments

1731 Bedford LnNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Rutland Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rutland Apartments

1170 Rutland RdNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Westview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

737-741 Amigos WayNewport Beach, CA 92660
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1142 Rutland Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1142 Rutland Rd

1142 Rutland RdNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Bayshore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayshore Apartments

2888 Bayshore DrNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Balboa Island, Newport Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Balboa Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Balboa Island area of Newport Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at AVA Newport priced from $1,940. Eight 80 Newport Beach has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,973. Here are the most affordable Balboa Island apartments for rent in Newport Beach, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
AVA NewportS1Studio,1BA$1,940
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio,1BA$1,973
Park NewportWedgeStudio,1BA$2,485
Baywood Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,675
Newport Bluffs Apartment VillageResidencia - Plan 1Studio,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balboa Island, CA

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Balboa Island area is the $4.02 price per square foot Plan 5 Model at Colony at Fashion Island in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $6,210. The second greatest value Balboa Island apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Fairway at Big Canyon starting at $4,869 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Balboa Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Colony at Fashion IslandPlan 52BR,2BA$4.02
Fairway at Big Canyon2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.25
1214 Rutland Rd, Unit 11214 Rutland Rd2BR,2BA$3.50
Baywood Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.19
Promontory Point Apartment HomesPlan 41BR,1BA$4.86
1601-1801 E 15th Street2x12BR,1BA$4.51
1401 W Balboa Blvd, Unit A1401 W Balboa Blvd2BR,1BA$4.92
Newport Bluffs Apartment VillageResidencia - Plan 1Studio ,1BA$4.91
Park NewportWedgeStudio ,1BA$4.84
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio ,1BA$4.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Balboa Island, Newport Beach, CA

Ranked #34

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Balboa Island Neighborhood in Newport Beach, CA

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Balboa Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Balboa Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Balboa Island is at AVA Newport listed at $1,940.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment is $2,263 at Eight 80 Newport Beach.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Balboa Island is starting from $2,856 at Eight 80 Newport Beach.

What is the most affordable Balboa Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Balboa Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Baywood Apartment Homes and starts from $3,570.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.