
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Balboa Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (96 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.


Rowyn

Tenney

Radian

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The Lindley

Diega

GEMA

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The Wyatt Makers Quarter

Pinnacle on The Park

Concert Residences

Loft2015 Apartments

Monroe

South Park Place

Denizen

2911 Adams

The Nash

Bevel Apartments
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800 Broadway

AZUL North Park

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

Simone Little Italy

Stanza Little Italy

Alexan Gallerie

625 Broadway

The Park

F11 East Village
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AV8

Valentina by Alta

Spire San Diego

Artisan

Entrada

The Warwick

Griffis Mission Valley

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Montecito Point

Tenth&G
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Griffis East Village

Instrata Little Italy

Il Palazzo

13th & Market

The Missions at Rio Vista

Vela Apartment Homes

Market Street Village

Strata

Canopy North Park

Ollie North Park Lofts
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Balboa Park, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balboa Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Park Studio Apartments | $2,430 | $974 | $9,453 |
| Balboa Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $1,011 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,225 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,754 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
| Balboa Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 96 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Balboa Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Top San Diego Apartments in the Balboa Park Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 11-29-2025Take 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!
Alexan Gallerie
Up to 1 Month Free!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires 11-29-2025
Stanza Little Italy
Up to 8 Weeks Free + $2,000 Look & Lease! *Restrictions and minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 11-29-2025
The Wyatt Makers Quarter
Up to 6 weeks free + $1,500 Look and Lease!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires 11-29-2025
West SD Apartments
Up to 10 Weeks Free on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Details.Expires 11-29-2025
Instrata Little Italy
New Special! 6 WEEKS FREE on ANY Unit! PLUS $1,000 off select units when you apply within 24 hours of touring! Visit your future home! *T&C ApplyExpires 11-29-2025
Park Diplomat
Now offering up to one month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 11-29-2025
Felix at The Society
Now Offering Up to 4 Weeks Free! Restrictions apply; contact us for details.Expires 11-29-2025
Tenney
Up to 2 Months Free!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires 11-29-2025
Monroe
Up to 6 Weeks Free Rent! Now Scheduling Onsite Tours! Contact the Leasing Office Today!Expires 11-29-2025
Rowyn
Up to 2 Months Free! *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires 11-29-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Balboa Park, CA
Specials updated: 11-29-2025Here 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.
Artisan
Move-In Special Up to 1 Month Free! Plus Look & Lease for $1,500 Off! *Select Homes. New Move-Ins OnlyExpires 12-31-2025
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 company website for full details.Expires 12-31-2025
Golden Pacific Apartments
*MOVE-IN SPECIAL: Move in today and pay NO RENT until 1/1/2026!*Expires 12-17-2025
Mission Pacific Apartments
*MOVE-IN SPECIAL: up to 2 weeks FREE off your first full month's rent upon immediate move-in. Available today!*Expires 11-30-2025
Vantaggio Little Italy
Winter special applies for 6-month and 12-month leases!!! Get upto $800 off on your first month rent with a 6-month lease. and upto $1600 off on your first month rent with a 12-month lease!!! Must move in by 01/01/26, contact us for details.* *Please note that in the event you break your lease term, you will be charged the regular monthly rate as well as the full amount for your first month.Expires 01-01-2026
Golden Glen Apartments
There are no apartments available at this time.Expires 11-30-2025
Vantaggio Suites Hillcrest
From now till 01/01/26 move in, all new move-ins with 6 months lease receive a half month rent free on the first month rent! From now till 01/01/26 move in, all new move-ins with 12 months lease receive a first month rent free! Limited time offer, the applicants must be approved to stay with us. *This offer applies only for the new move-ins. *This special offer is subject to change/end at any time.Expires 01-01-2026
The Jackson North Park
Security Deposit Specials: $1000 off your security deposit on our 2BR and $500 off for 1BR units!Expires 12-31-2025
Overlook Point Apartments
One month free! Call for more details.Expires 03-31-2026
1055 6th Ave
*Offing 15 days off your rent *Offing $500 off your depositExpires 12-20-2025
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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 $3,826.
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 3,195 square feet unit starting from $2,338 at The Merian.
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 543 sq ft.
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