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675 9th Ave,
San Diego, CA 92101
1-3 Beds $2,900 - $10,000
Vela Apartment Homes
655 6th Ave,
San Diego,
CA
92101
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
620 - 1,016 sq ft
Vela Apartment Homes
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About Vela Apartment Homes
Enjoy the best of city living with a central location, easy access to premier bars and restaurants, modern finishes, in-unit laundry, and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Indulge in modern living with in-home laundry, stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, custom cabinetry, stunning floor-to-ceiling windows, and breathtaking city views in select homes. Experience the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, renowned for its diverse shops, restaurants, and bars. Enjoy easy access to the San Diego Marina, Petco Park, and Seaport Village shopping. You can have it all at Vela San Diego.
Vela Apartment Homes is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92101 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Green Building
- Large Closets
- Hardwood Style Flooring
- Package Lockers
- Custom Cabinetry
- Patio/Balcony
- Night Patrol
- Floor-to-ceiling Windows
- View
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
Business Center
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- On-Site Retail
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Gated
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- High Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Balcony
- Patio
Location
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The Marina District in San Diego reflects its name, as it houses marinas, waterfront parks, and related museums. San Diego’s Marina District is home to Embarcadero Marina Park, the San Diego Convention Center, and the USS Midway Museum. This maritime museum displays restored planes and exhibits along this historic aircraft carrier. Residents enjoy visiting Seaport Village, a waterside shopping center filled with retailers, restaurants, and entertainment options overlooking the San Diego Bay. This family-friendly community also offers kid-friendly fun like the New Children’s Museum and Childrens Park. Upscale apartments and condos are available for rent in this bayfront neighborhood, some even offering views of the water. Residents enjoy easy access to Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
Vela Apartment Homes is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. It is also near San Diego City College and Calif. Western School of Law.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
780 Students
Nearby
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
1,818 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-6
467 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
257 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
761 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
398 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,105 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
170 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-3
110 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in San Diego include 5Th Avenue, located 0.3 mile from Vela Apartment Homes. Vela Apartment Homes is near San Diego International, located 3.7 miles or 8 minutes away.
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 21 min | 15.9 mi |
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Drive: | 30 min | 23.1 mi |
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Drive: | 33 min | 26.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
Time and distance from Vela Apartment Homes.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
Vela Apartment Homes has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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The New Children's Museum
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Maritime Museum of San Diego
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Friendship Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Balboa Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Fleet Science Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
Vela Apartment Homes has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including The New Children's Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and Balboa Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.8 mi |
Vela Apartment Homes has 3 hospitals within 3.8 miles, the nearest is NMC San Diego which is 1.9 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.2 mi |
Vela Apartment Homes is 6.2 miles and a 15 minute drive from North Island Naval Air Station.
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655 6th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101