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Broadway Towers
1150 E StSan Diego, CA 92101
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Balboa Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (85 Rentals)
Apartments in the Balboa Park area of San Diego with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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$2,690 - $17,557Special Offer
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The Torrey
1200 Front StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,405 - $5,028
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Rowyn
3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,423 - $4,159Special Offer
2 Months Free UP TO 8 WEEKS FREE! PLUS ASK HOW TO RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $1000 OFF! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.
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Bowen Apartments
3280 Barnett AveSan Diego, CA 92110
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$2,610 - $5,319Special Offer
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Concert Residences
955 11th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,395 - $3,936Special Offer
1 Month Free UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.
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Rivair Apartment Homes
7050 Friars RdSan Diego, CA 92108
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$3,068 - $18,117
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The Lindley
1331 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,456 - $7,045
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Diega
702 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,895 - $3,200Special Offer
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Loft2015 Apartments
2015 Hancock StSan Diego, CA 92110
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$2,493 - $3,615
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GEMA
1471 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Park Summit
555 Upas StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Tenney
2260 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92104
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West
1011 Union StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$3,000 - $5,450Special Offer
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Pacific Ridge
5945 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92110
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$1,995 - $8,400Special Offer
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Pinnacle on The Park
424 15th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,275 - $3,641
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2911 Adams
2911 Adams AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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$2,324 - $4,755
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Monroe
3090 Polk AveSan Diego, CA 92104
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Denizen
3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,186 - $4,874Special Offer
1 Month Free UP TO 4 WEEKS FREE +$500 OFF! RESTRICTIONS APPLY. CALL TODAY
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Bevel Apartments
3250 Barnett AveSan Diego, CA 92110
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$2,606 - $4,227
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AZUL North Park
4499 Ohio StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Arbor Crest on Fourth
4186 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,979 - $10,084
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Radian
675 9th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,213 - $5,632Special Offer
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Winslow
4353 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,384 - $7,418
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Alexan Gallerie
375 Camino De La ReinaSan Diego, CA 92108
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$2,825 - $7,580Special Offer
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Vici Luxury Apartments
550 W Date StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$3,425 - $3,599Special Offer
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The Park
4075 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,769 - $10,492
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AV8 Little Italy
2155 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,562 - $8,582
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Valentina by Alta
1919 Pacific HwySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,210 - $8,400Special Offer
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Spire San Diego
1443 Island AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,682 - $5,408
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Eighteen Ten State St
1810 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Artisan
1601 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,260 - $2,815
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The Warwick
606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,632 - $5,124
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Metro Mission Valley
5080 Camino Del ArroyoSan Diego, CA 92108
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$2,474 - $4,975Special Offer
2 Months Free 8 WEEKS FREE upfront on ALL new leases for 12+ months! Tour Today! *T&Cs apply
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Instrata Little Italy
1980 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,916 - $3,206Special Offer
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Il Palazzo Apartments
2040 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,650 - $3,307Special Offer
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AVA Balboa Park
3288 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$1,799 - $2,528Special Offer
Discounts $1000 Off !! Call Office For Details
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Market Street Village
699 14th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,335 - $3,359Special Offer
1 Month Free Save up to 1 MONTH off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Minimum 12 month lease term required.
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13th & Market
1330-1350 Market StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,429 - $10,578
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The Missions at Rio Vista
2242-2282 Gill Village WaySan Diego, CA 92108
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800 Broadway
800 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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Entrada
453 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,171 - $3,917Special Offer
Specials One month FREE on select move-in ready homes! Conditions apply, call for details.
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Griffis East Village
688 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,411 - $6,399
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Stanza Little Italy
310 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,158 - $4,014Special Offer
Specials 1 Month FREE! Plus ask how to receive an additional $1,000 off! Restrictions apply.
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Idea1 Apartments
899 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,500 - $4,487
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The Wyatt Makers Quarter
1509 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,221 - $4,499
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625 Broadway
625 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,451 - $6,181
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Treehouse
2525 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,046 - $4,195Special Offer
1 Month Free Final Units Available! Move in special and *free rent! *On selected units
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Canopy North Park
3943 Oregon StSan Diego, CA 92104
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$2,800 - $3,624Special Offer
Specials We are now offering 1 month off with a 13-month lease on select units! Deposit starting at $1000.00 OAC *Specials are available to
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Ollie North Park Lofts
4333 Illinois StSan Diego, CA 92104
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$2,878 - $5,695
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Cielo
915 W Grape StSan Diego, CA 92101
Balboa Park - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balboa Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Balboa Park Studio Apartments | $2,479 | $900 | $6,276 |
| Balboa Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,182 | $1,577 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,533 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,835 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Top San Diego Apartments in the Balboa Park Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 04-14-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Balboa Park, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
AVA Balboa Park
* Get 1 month free parking and storage! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 04-14-2026
Loft2015 Apartments
1 Month Free with Move in by February 1, 2026. We will be hosting an open house this Saturday, 1/10/2026 and will be offering a $1000.00 Look & lease incentive! Hurry in, this offer is available on this day only!Expires 04-14-2026
3167 Market
Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent + $1500 Look & Lease!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires 04-14-2026
Rivair Apartment Homes
UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.Expires 04-14-2026
City View
Up to $1,000 off Select Units until 4/30! *Base Rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 04-14-2026
The Society Felix
Now Offering Up to 4 Weeks Free! Restrictions Apply; Contact Us for Details.Expires 04-14-2026
Idea1 Apartments
1 Month FREE! Plus ask how to receive an additional $1,000 off! Restrictions apply.Expires 04-14-2026
GEMA
Up to 2 Weeks Free Base Rent Look & Lease Special! *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 04-14-2026
13th & Market
Save up to 1 MONTH off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 04-14-2026
The Missions at Rio Vista
Up to 1 Month Free off Base Rent!* *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 04-14-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Balboa Park, CA
Specials updated: 04-14-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Balboa Park, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Park View Hillcrest
Six Weeks Free - applies to all units! Call for more details!!Expires 04-30-2026
Artisan
Move-In Special Receive Up to 2 Months Free! Look & Lease for Up to $2,000 Off! First Parking Spot Free! - No Monthly Fee *Select Homes. New Move-InsExpires 04-30-2026
Strauss on Fifth
One Month Free! Select Homes Only. Must start lease within 10 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Please view property website for full details.Expires 04-30-2026
Island Village Apartments
?? Holiday Move-In Special We are currently offering a Holiday Special for qualified applicants! Please contact our leasing office for full details. Rate and special expire 2-9-2026 ??? Limited-time offer!Expires 04-30-2026
Vici Luxury Apartments
Special available when you lease on select floorplansExpires 04-30-2026
The Jackson North Park
One month free rent with all signed 13 month leases!!Expires 04-30-2026
Pacific Ridge
We are pleased to announce that our 2026 Summer Waitlist is now open, available for move-ins May thru September. Connect with our leasing consultants to discover everything that awaits you – and be sure to inquire about our Look & Lease promotion, available for a limited time only. Secure your place today!Expires 04-30-2026
Asano on Ivy
Up to 2 Months FREE! - $2000 LOOK & LEASE **Restrictions applyExpires 04-30-2026
The Marquis
Call or email now to schedule your personal tour today! DUE TO THE SAN DIEGO HOUSING CRISIS WE ARE EXPERIENCING A HIGH VOLUME OF CALLS. FOR FASTER RESPONSE TIMES PLEASE EMAIL US!Expires 04-30-2026
Griffis Mission Valley
Up to six weeks FREE on select homes! Call for details.Expires 04-14-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Balboa Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Balboa Park?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Balboa Park is at Trolley Court listed at $974.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Balboa Park Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Balboa Park is $3,623.
What is the largest Rent Specials Balboa Park Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Balboa Park is a 2,166 square feet unit starting from $2,299 at Artisan.
What is the average size for Balboa Park Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Balboa Park is currently at 526 sq ft.
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