Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Balboa Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (61 Rentals)

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Versa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Versa

2355 Via AltaSan Diego, CA 92108
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Santa Fe Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Manor

3835 Swift AveSan Diego, CA 92104
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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CCBA Senior Garden
1 Bedroom Apartments

CCBA Senior Garden

438 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Indiana Palms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Indiana Palms

3621 Indiana StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Aldea at Hamilton
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aldea at Hamilton

3962 Hamilton StSan Diego, CA 92104
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563 22nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

563 22nd St

563 22nd StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Stella Vista
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stella Vista

6675 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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630 W Washington St
1 Bedroom Apartments

630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Town Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Town Pines

3013 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Lions Gate
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lions Gate

1231 25th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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4502 40th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4502 40th St

4502 40th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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La Maison
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Maison

1818 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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4077 Goldfinch St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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3070 Landis St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3070 Landis St

3070 Landis StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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De Anza
1 Bedroom Apartments

De Anza

2430-2444 30th StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Casa De Lago
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Lago

4145 Iowa StSan Diego, CA 92104
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4576-4580 32nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4576-4580 32nd St

4576-4580 32nd StSan Diego, CA 92116
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3829 Georgia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3829 Georgia St

3829 Georgia StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4424 Mississippi St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4424 Mississippi St

4424 Mississippi StSan Diego, CA 92116
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2401-2415 G St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

2401-2415 G St.

2401 G StSan Diego, CA 92102
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3770 42nd Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

3770 42nd Street

3770 42nd StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4322 Van Dyke Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4322 Van Dyke Ave

4322 Van Dyke AveSan Diego, CA 92105

Balboa Park - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in San Diego by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg. See how it ranks!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Balboa Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Balboa Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Balboa Park is under $1,635.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Balboa Park?

The cheapest apartment in Balboa Park is 3770 42nd Street which is listed at $1,599, while the average apartment in Balboa Park costs $5,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Balboa Park?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 29 regular apartments in Balboa Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Balboa Park?

Cheap apartments in Balboa Park have an average cost of $857 which is $4,143 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Balboa Park.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.