Pacific Sands
5550 Balboa Arms Dr,
San Diego,
CA
92117
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Monthly Rent
$2,295 - $2,865
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
690 - 1,060 sq ft
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 10price $2,350square feet 690availibility Now
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Unit 35price $2,350square feet 690availibility Jun 7
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Unit 54price $2,431square feet 690availibility Aug 8
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Unit 18price $2,865square feet 925availibility Jun 7
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Unit 10price $2,350square feet 690availibility Now
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Unit 35price $2,350square feet 690availibility Jun 7
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Unit 54price $2,431square feet 690availibility Aug 8
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Unit 18price $2,865square feet 925availibility Jun 7
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Application Fee$38
- Dogs Allowed
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No fees required
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Comments:No weight limit for pets.
- Cats Allowed
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No fees required
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Comments:No weight limit for pets.
- Parking
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Surface Lot--1 Max, Assigned Parking
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Other--
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Covered--
Details
Lease Options
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9, 10, 11, 12
Property Information
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Built in 1970
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95 units/2 stories
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About Pacific Sands
$1,000 OFF when you tour & lease select homes. Apply within 48 hours to receive our limited-time special! At Pacific Sands, experience condo-quality apartment homes in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego. Located steps from the beach and Genesee Plaza and with easy access to UTC, Pacific Beach, and downtown San Diego, you are close to everywhere you want to be.Our spacious, open floor plans have a modern look and high-end finishes. As a resident, you'll enjoy our resort-style pool, outdoor lounge, gas BBQ, and brand-new fitness center.It's easy to see why Pacific Sands is a highly sought-after community. Please find out more, and let us help you find your new home!
Pacific Sands is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92117 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Ceiling Fans and Air Conditioning
- Large Private Patio
- Online Work Order, Payments, and Leasing
- Outdoor Lounge
- Sparkling Swimming Pool
- Stainless Steel Appliances*
- Ceiling Fan
- Reserved Parking
- 24 Hour Laundry Facility
- Maple Cabinetry
- Updated Kitchens - Granite or Quartz Countertops
- * Stainless Steel Appliance - Some Homes
- 24-hour Laundry Center
- Private Patios
- 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom Apartments For Rent
- Air Conditioning*
- Organic Community Fruit Orchard
- Bike Racks
- Outdoor Lounge and BBQ Grill Area
- Vinyl Windows
- Community Organic Fruit Orchard
- Gas BBQ
- Italian Porcelain Tile Floors
- Pet Friendly Community
- Resident App
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Controlled Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Public Transportation
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Gated
- Courtyard
- Grill
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
Disposal
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Window Coverings
- Patio
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Public Transportation
- Lounge
- Gated
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Ceiling Fans and Air Conditioning
- Large Private Patio
- Online Work Order, Payments, and Leasing
- Outdoor Lounge
- Sparkling Swimming Pool
- Stainless Steel Appliances*
- Ceiling Fan
- Reserved Parking
- 24 Hour Laundry Facility
- Maple Cabinetry
- Updated Kitchens - Granite or Quartz Countertops
- * Stainless Steel Appliance - Some Homes
- 24-hour Laundry Center
- Private Patios
- 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom Apartments For Rent
- Air Conditioning*
- Organic Community Fruit Orchard
- Bike Racks
- Outdoor Lounge and BBQ Grill Area
- Vinyl Windows
- Community Organic Fruit Orchard
- Gas BBQ
- Italian Porcelain Tile Floors
- Pet Friendly Community
- Resident App
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Window Coverings
- Patio
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Sitting directly north of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park and adjacent to SeaWorld San Diego, Clairemont is a large neighborhood with much to offer. It is directly east of La Jolla and Pacific Beach, so residents are minutes away from some of San Diego’s best beaches. The neighborhood is home to San Diego Mesa College and the University of California San Diego is only about four miles north, making Clairemont a great option for students.
Clairemont offers some terrific parks, including Tecolote Canyon Natural Park. This vast park covers 903 acres and is a terrific hiking destination. Other great destinations include Marian Bear Memorial Park and nearby Fiesta Island Park. Shopping is plentiful in Clairemont, with the Clairemont Town Square Mall and Genesee Plaza offering a variety of shops and restaurants. Residents enjoy short commutes (under 30 minutes) to San Diego, making Clairemont a favorite location for commuters.
Learn more about living in Clairemont| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
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Transportation options available in San Diego include Clairemont Drive Station, located 4.2 miles from Pacific Sands. Pacific Sands is near San Diego International, located 9.1 miles or 15 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.6 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 6.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 8.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.8 mi | |
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Drive: | 22 min | 16.1 mi |
| Drive: | 25 min | 19.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 15 min | 9.1 mi |
Time and distance from Pacific Sands.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Marian Bear Memorial Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi |
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Rose Canyon Open Space Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 6.2 mi |
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Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center
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Drive: | 10 min | 6.4 mi |
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Old Town San Diego Historic District
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.3 mi |
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Mission Bay Park
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.5 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 4.0 mi |
Property Ratings at Pacific Sands
Joselyn & John are great here! Cute complex, friendly neighbors, very central location. Great place to live in San Diego!
Property Manager at Pacific Sands, Responded To This Review
Thanks for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that Joselyn and John have contributed to making your time here enjoyable and that the community and your wonderful neighbors have added to your positive experience. We're here to continue making this a great place for you to live. If there's anything you need or suggestions you have, please feel free to reach out. Take care, The Pacific Sands Team
Make sure and get everything in writing... they do with a 35 page lease. They tried to go back on a 50% off my first month's deal after I moved, they entered my apartment illegally, tried to apply rent towards a $35 utility bill and charge me a late fee, lost my lease and tried to charge me for month to month. Highly unorganized, there's a revolving door of new managers and their corporate office clearly doesn't care.
Property Manager at Pacific Sands, Responded To This Review
We are happy we were able to address your issues in the past and want to let you know we value as a resident.
Pacific Sands Photos
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Pacific Sands
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2 BR, 2 BA - 925 SF
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2 BR, 2 BA - 925 SF
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Laundry
Models
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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3 Bedrooms
Pacific Sands has one to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,295/mo. to $2,865/mo.
You can take a virtual tour of Pacific Sands on Apartments.com.
Pacific Sands is in Clairemont in the city of San Diego. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.5 mile of the property. Five parks are within 7.5 miles, including Marian Bear Memorial Park, Rose Canyon Open Space Park, and Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center.
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5550 Balboa Arms Dr
San Diego, CA 92117