
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Balboa Island Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA from $1,300 (15 Rentals)
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Beach House Apartments

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Balboa Island, Newport Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balboa Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Balboa Island Studio Apartments | $2,408 | $1,889 | $6,900 |
Balboa Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,488 | $2,109 | $9,770 |
Balboa Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,630 | $2,737 | $10,000+ |
Balboa Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,677 | $4,205 | $10,000+ |
Balboa Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Balboa Island Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA.
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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 Eight 80 Newport Beach priced from $2,014. Beach House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Balboa Island apartments for rent in Newport Beach, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Eight 80 Newport Beach | Dune I (E1B-S) | Studio,1BA | $2,014 |
Beach House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
Park Newport | Balboa 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
AVA Newport | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balboa Island, CA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Balboa Island area is the $3.67 price per square foot Plan 6 Model at Baypointe Apartment Homes in the in the Turtle Ridge neighborhood starting from $4,325. The second greatest value Balboa Island apartment is the 292 16th Pl Model at 292 16th Pl, Unit A starting at $3,550 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Balboa Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Balboa Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Baypointe Apartment Homes | Plan 6 | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
292 16th Pl, Unit A | 292 16th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
1606 Westcliff Dr. | 2 Bed 1 3/4 Bath | 2BR,1.75BA | $3.70 |
Newport North Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
Bayside Drive Complex | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $4.77 |
Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Newport Bluffs Apartment Village | Residencia - Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
AVA Newport | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.55 |
Beach House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBalboa Island, Newport Beach, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Newport Beach, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Balboa Island, Newport Beach, CA
Newport Harbor High
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,881.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment is $2,117 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 $2,940 at AVA Newport.
What is the most affordable Balboa Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Balboa Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newport Bluffs Apartment Village and starts from $4,660.
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