The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech St,
San Diego,
CA
92101
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Monthly Rent
$1,650
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Bedrooms
Studio bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
287 - 479 sq ft
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Views
Pricing & Floor Plans
Fees and Policies
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 2023
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78 units/7 stories
About The Helm - Affordable Housing
Welcome to The Helm an affordable community located in San Diego, CA next to little Italy. This apartment community is offering studio apartments for households whose gross earnings are at or below 80% of the area median income. Now Leasing! Section 8 Vouchers Accepted! The Helm. is a Non-Smoking Community The Community offers a place to live, create and thrive in the little Italy area. Also featured are amenities such as: • On-Site Community Manager • Community Room • Lounge • Outdoor terrace • On-site Laundry Facility
The Helm - Affordable Housing is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92101 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Outdoor Terrace
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Clubhouse
Bicycle Storage
Lounge
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Bicycle Storage
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Disposal
Freezer
Stainless Steel Appliances
Indoor Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
- Quartz Countertops
Model Details
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Views
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
Income Restrictions
How To Qualify
An apartment in the Cortez neighborhood allows you to enjoy the vibes of downtown San Diego as well as the open green space of Balboa Park. Interstate 5 fronts the eastern and northern borders, giving you easy access to San Diego Bay and Coronado Island, roughly five miles away. That same Interstate serves as a gateway to nearby Pacific Ocean beaches.
Join your neighbors on the biking and hiking trails of Balboa Park, spend some time at the San Diego Zoo, or catch a film at the Fleet Science Center's IMAX Theater. When you want to feel the sand between your toes, head over to the Pacific Ocean side of Coronado Island to Breakers Beach or the Silver Strand State Beach. Dine at restaurants that line the major roadways of downtown San Diego or in one of the waterfront hotels. Locals love the lively Babcock and Story Bar, found in the historic Hotel del Coronado. Area shopping malls include Seaport Village, the Headquarters at Seaport, and the downtown Westfield Horton Plaza.
Learn more about living in CortezCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Cortez | San Diego, CA | |
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| Studio | $1,970 | $2,026 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,521 | $2,382 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,464 | $2,974 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,612 | $3,868 |
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Courtyard
- Bicycle Storage
- Outdoor Terrace
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
- Quartz Countertops
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Views
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Transportation options available in San Diego include Courthouse Station, located 0.4 mile from The Helm - Affordable Housing. The Helm - Affordable Housing is near San Diego International, located 2.8 miles or 7 minutes away.
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 15.3 mi |
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Drive: | 28 min | 22.4 mi |
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Drive: | 32 min | 26.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
Time and distance from The Helm - Affordable Housing.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Maritime Museum of San Diego
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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The New Children's Museum
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Friendship Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Balboa Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Fleet Science Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.6 mi |
The Helm - Affordable Housing Photos
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Clubhouse
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Clubhouse
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Clubhouse
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Clubhouse
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Lounge
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Lounge
While The Helm - Affordable Housing does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
The Helm - Affordable Housing does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,650 for a studio, you would need to earn about $66,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Helm - Affordable Housing is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,650.
While The Helm - Affordable Housing does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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191 W Beech St
San Diego, CA 92101
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