
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Balboa Island Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA from $1,395 (31 Rentals)
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Park Newport

1124 W Balboa Blvd

Newport Bluffs Apartment Village

1801 Bedford Ln

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214 20th St

Seaview Plaza

404 E Balboa Blvd

The Moana

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Westview Apartments

1142 Rutland Rd

Bayshore Apartments

Westcliff

1069 Buckingham Ln

1503 Clay St

Fairway at Big Canyon
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1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane

Lightsand

221 Pearl Ave

420 Narcissus Ave

AVA Newport

Eastside Haven at 17th

336 Cabrillo St
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478 Seaward Rd, Unit 478

283 Knox St

Bayside Drive Complex
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Island Studio Apartments | $2,303 | $1,936 | $3,080 |
| Balboa Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $2,163 | $8,410 |
| Balboa Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,784 | $2,963 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,012 | $3,695 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 31 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 $1,936. Park Newport has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,424. Here are the most affordable Balboa Island apartments for rent in Newport Beach, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | Studio,1BA | $1,936 |
| Park Newport | Wedge | Studio,1BA | $2,424 |
| Newport Bluffs Apartment Village | Loggia - Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,460 |
| Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,565 |
| 1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane | 2 Bed 11/2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $3,995 |
| Eastside Haven at 17th | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $4,050 |
| Promontory Point Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 1BR,1BA | $4,055 |
| Fairway at Big Canyon | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4,899 |
| Villas Fashion Island | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $5,090 |
| Colony at Fashion Island | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $5,830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balboa Island, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Balboa Island area is the $3.27 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Fairway at Big Canyon in the in the Spyglass Hill neighborhood starting from $4,899. The second greatest value Balboa Island apartment is the Plan 4 Model at Colony at Fashion Island starting at $5,885 with a $4.31 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway at Big Canyon | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Colony at Fashion Island | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $4.31 |
| The Waterfront | B3-VR - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.73 |
| 1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane | 2 Bed 11/2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.59 |
| Eastside Haven at 17th | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Promontory Point Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Park Newport | Newport 2 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $5.27 |
| Newport Bluffs Apartment Village | Loggia - Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.05 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Dune I (E1B-S) | Studio ,1BA | $5.17 |
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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 $1,911.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Balboa Island Apartment is $2,325 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 $3,123 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 Newport Bluffs Apartment Village and starts from $5,045.
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